Mitzie Hunter

Mitzie Hunter, born in nineteen seventy-one, is a prominent Canadian politician known for her impactful role in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. Representing Scarborough—Guildwood, she served as a member of provincial parliament from two thousand thirteen to two thousand twenty-three. Her tenure was marked by significant contributions to her community and the province.

A dedicated member of the Ontario Liberal Party, Hunter held the position of provincial cabinet minister from two thousand fourteen to two thousand eighteen. Her leadership skills were further recognized when she was appointed deputy leader of the party from two thousand twenty-two until her resignation in two thousand twenty-three.

On May tenth, two thousand twenty-three, Hunter made the decision to resign from the Ontario legislature to pursue a candidacy for mayor of Toronto in the by-election later that year. Although she placed sixth with two point nine percent of the vote, her commitment to public service remains unwavering.

Currently, Mitzie Hunter serves as the President and CEO of the Canadian Women's Foundation, where she continues to advocate for women's rights and empowerment across Canada.