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Ovid L. Jackson
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| Member of the Canadian Parliament for Bruce—Grey—Owen Sound |
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| In office October 25, 1993 – June 28, 2004 |
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| Preceded by | Gus Mitges |
| Succeeded by | Larry Miller |
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| Born | February 3, 1939 New Amsterdam, Berbice, Guyana |
| Political party | Liberal |
| Committees | Chair, Standing Committee on Transport and Government Operations (2001-2002) Chair, Standing Committee on Transport |
| Portfolio | Parliamentary Secretary to the President of the Treasury Board (1996-1998) |
Ovid L. Jackson is a Canadian politician who has dedicated his life to public service. He was born on February 3, 1939, in New Amsterdam, Guyana. Mr. Jackson moved to Canada and became a respected teacher and mayor. He later served as a Member of Parliament for the Liberal Party. He represented the areas of Bruce—Grey and Bruce—Grey—Owen Sound in the House of Commons. His time in Parliament lasted from 1994 to 2004.
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A Life of Public Service
From Teacher to Mayor
Ovid L. Jackson started his career as a school teacher. He taught at West Hill Secondary School in Owen Sound, Ontario. After his time as a teacher, he decided to enter local politics. He was elected as the mayor of Owen Sound. Mr. Jackson served as mayor for 10 years. This experience helped him understand the needs of his community. It also prepared him for a bigger role in Canadian government.
Serving in Parliament
In 1993, Ovid L. Jackson was elected to the House of Commons. This is where Canada's federal laws are made. He became a Member of Parliament (MP) for the Liberal Party. He represented the riding, or electoral district, of Bruce—Grey. Later, the riding changed to Bruce—Grey—Owen Sound. He served in Parliament from 1994 until 2004. In the 2004 election, he lost his seat to Larry Miller, a candidate from the Conservative Party.
Special Awards and Recognition
Ovid L. Jackson has received important honours for his work. In 2010, he was given the Order of Ontario. This is the highest award a person can receive from the province of Ontario. He earned this honour for his contributions to politics. He was also recognized for his strong leadership in the community.
More recently, in 2024, Mr. Jackson received another significant award. The Ontario Black History Society gave him a Lifetime Achievement Award. This award was presented during their 36th annual Black History Month Kick-Off Brunch. It celebrated his many years of dedication and service.
