Marci Ien

Marci Ien, born on July twenty-ninth, nineteen sixty-nine, is a prominent Canadian politician and former broadcaster known for her impactful contributions to journalism and public service. As a member of the Liberal Party, she represented Toronto Centre in the House of Commons from two thousand to two thousand twenty-five, where she served as the minister for women and gender equality and youth from two thousand twenty-one to two thousand twenty-five.

Before her political career, Ien made a name for herself in the broadcasting industry. She was a well-respected broadcast journalist for CTV, where she co-hosted the popular daytime talk show The Social from two thousand seventeen until two thousand twenty. Her earlier roles included being a reporter for CTV News and co-anchoring the CTV morning program Canada AM, showcasing her versatility and dedication to journalism.

Marci's journey in the media began in her childhood when she regularly appeared on the Christian children's show Circle Square, laying the foundation for her future in broadcasting. Her commitment to community leadership and advocacy for women's rights has made her a significant figure in Canadian politics.