Candidates

Adèle Hébert

Candidate for: National Women’s Liberal Commission > Finance Chair

Adele Hébert, born May 21, 1956 in Sherbrooke, Quebec, moved to Montreal in pursuit of her career. Is now retired, and shares time between Montreal and the Eastern Townships.

A lifelong Liberal, having been active with the Liberal Party of Canada since 1986, in multiple capacities, including member of the Board of Westmount-Ville-Marie with Madame Lucienne Robillard and later Marc Garneau. Member of the Policy Committee under Senator Serge Joyal, member of the Women’s Commission in Quebec, and one-term President of the newly created riding association, Ville-Marie-Le Sud-Ouest-Ile-des-Soeurs. Member of the Board of the Judy LaMarsh Fund under Senator Marian Maloney. And currently Member of the National Women’s Commission as National Finance Chair.

Represented Canada at the Canada-France symposium in Paris with Senator Joyal and other members of the Policy Committee.

Graduated from Bishop’s University with a Bachelor of Arts, Major in Finance and a Minor in Economics. Completed all of the Canadian Securities Institute (CSI) of Canada licenses to become a financial advisor for several financial institutions. A career that spanned 39 years navigating many different market ups and downs, providing guidance to investors through changing economic climates.

Other centres of interest include conservation of the environment, through participation with the Lake Brome Land Foundation and Appalachian Corridor. Appreciation of the arts, through participation with Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, and the Lac Brome Museum.

An animal lover, avid reader who also loves to swim, Adele is also active in the community in Montreal with the University Women’s Club of Montreal.

Alicia Natividad

Candidate for: National Women’s Liberal Commission > National Chair

Alicia is a Liberal since she moved from Athens, Greece to Canada in 1970. She is the first Filipina-Canadian lawyer to be admitted to the Law Society of Ontario and the first Filipina-Canadian lawyer to practice law in Canada.

Alicia’s Liberal roots in Canada started with actively supporting Marlene Catterall, former Liberal member of Ottawa-West Nepean.
She then joined the Ottawa-Vanier Federal Liberal Association and was the President of the Ottawa-Vanier Federal Liberal Women’s Club from 2006-2013.

She then joined the executive of the Ontario Women’s Liberal Commission that represented all federal and provincial Liberal women’s clubs until 2016 when the Liberal Party of Canada changed its Constitution that mandated the political affiliation of women’s clubs to only one party. Alicia was awarded the Donna Dale Award in 2017 from the Ontario Women’s Liberal Commission for her contribution to the advancement of women in politics.

When the National Women’s Liberal Commission (NWLCO”) was established on November 4, 2017, Alicia was acclaimed as its first Chair. She continued as its Chair until 2021 when she was also acclaimed as the National Chair of the National Commission at its 2021 AGM.

As National Chair of NWLC, Alicia led the executive to pursue its mandate to engage, educate, train, and support women who want to run for the Liberal Party, to increase communication, and to be visible and accountable to Liberal women. Alicia oversaw grass roots engagement during the 2021 election for Liberal women candidates, webinars on campaign issues, a celebration of Liberal women parliamentarians, mentorship for Liberal women, a successful fundraising for the Judy La Marsh Fund, and a celebration of Liberal women on International Women’s Day. She found ways to increase communication with Liberal women through webinars, e-newsletters, facebook, and Twitter. She engaged Liberal women to be part of NWLC and the Liberal Party.

Alicia works collaboratively with her executive, the Chairs of the Young Liberals of Canada, the Seniors Liberal Commission, the Indigenous Peoples Commission, the Section Commissions, and Liberal women’s clubs.

Alicia is honoured to run for a second term as Chair of the National Women’s Liberal Commission.

Amita Chahal

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > Women’s Representative of the Young Liberals

Angelica Voutsinas

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > Women’s Representative of the Young Liberals

Angelica Voutsinas (she/her) is entering her final year at McGill University, studying Political Science and Gender, Sexuality and Feminist Studies.

This past year, Angelica had the pleasure of serving as the President of Liberal McGill, where she mobilized a large general membership to participate in LPC and YLC initiatives. She fostered an open and inclusive environment that treated gender issues with importance. Alongside her hardworking team, Angelica was proud to submit a policy resolution calling for increased accessibility to abortion care across Canada.

Angelica has been an active and dedicated member of the YLC since she was 14 years old. She has volunteered on numerous campaigns across the country during the 2015, 2019, and 2021 general elections, was a founding member of the Toronto–Danforth Federal Young Liberals, and has been an active member of the Toronto–Danforth EDA.

Angelica recognizes that young women and gender diverse folks from across the country play such a vital role in our party. They are strong organizers, hard workers, and contribute brilliant policy ideas. Her experience in Liberal McGill, and as an active campus and community organizer, has given her the opportunity to mentor numerous young women, connect them with opportunities, and advocate for their needs. If elected, she hopes to continue this important work as your next Women’s Representative to the Young Liberals.

Avigail Rucker

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Organization Chair

My name is Avigail Rucker and I am running for the position of National Organization Chair. I’ve been an active Young Liberal since 2019 and have worked on campaigns on all three levels of government. I’m proudest of my work as President (Federal) of the University of Toronto Young Liberals. After our club went inactive during the pandemic, I successfully reformed the club. This would not have been possible without my amazing members and provincial counterpart. In just four months, we’ve gone from eight to over thirty members. And we’re still growing.

I have talked to Young Liberals across the country and I’ve heard the same thing; it shouldn’t be this hard to start a club. My experience receiving an AGM notice, getting reimbursed for events and even getting answers to questions was difficult. Restoring our movement to pre-pandemic levels begins with resolving these issues. As your National Organization Chair, I would apply my experiences to make sure our clubs receive the best support possible. The development of riding and high school clubs has been the one bright spot post-pandemic and they need to be better included within our organization. I would develop a “How To” handbook for young liberals looking to start their own clubs. We also need to formally recognize the achievements of outstanding clubs and members with annual awards. I look forward to discussing these issues in Ottawa

Borna Najafi

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > Policy Chair

Borna Najafi is a third year student at Queen’s University studying Politics, Philosophy and Economics. After immigrating to Canada in 2017 from Iran, Borna got deeply involved in politics and has worked with notable ministers such as Hon. Anita Anand in 2020 and most recently with Hon. Lawrence MacAuley. As a dedicated member of the Liberal Party Borna has held positions on local riding associations, as well as in executive positions on the Queen’s University Liberal Association. Borna firmly believes that youth involvement in the political process is critical to ensuring that our policies reflect the needs and aspirations of our next generation. If elected as Policy Chair, Borna looks forward to working with Young Liberals across Canada to bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the table.

Brandon Russell

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Communications Chair

I am excited to run for the position of National Communications Chair of the Young Liberals of Canada. With my successful track record in developing effective communication strategies, and driving fundraising efforts, I am a results-driven professional committed to ensuring all Young Liberals can succeed.

Having been involved in political activities since I was 13, I feel I am uniquely qualified to help other Young Liberals thrive! I ran as a candidate for Ottawa City Council in Somerset Ward, where I shared a number of issues passionate to young Ottawans. Since June 2022, I have been serving as the Vice-Chair of the Ottawa-Vanier Federal Liberal Association, a position I was elected to by Liberal members in the riding.

I possess a unique set of skills that make me the ideal candidate for the National Communications Chair. I am adept in crisis management, public policy development, staff management, public relations, media relations, and diplomacy. I pride myself on my strong communication, leadership, teamwork, intuition, and quick thinking abilities, which I believe will be invaluable in my role as the National Communications Chair of the Young Liberals of Canada. I look forward to meeting all of you in Ottawa from May 4th-6th.

Brianne La Pierre

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Communications Chair

Brianne (she/her) is a fourth-year student at the University of British Columbia, studying Political Science and Commerce. She has been involved with the Liberal Party of Canada since 2020 and currently serves as the Membership Chair for the British Columbia section of the Young Liberals of Canada (YLC), Finance Chair for the University of British Columbia YLC, and the Communications Chair for the Vancouver Quadra Federal Liberal Association. Additionally, she had the honour of taking part in the 2022 Summer Leadership Program (SLP), working in the office of the Honourable Joyce Murray. In those roles, Brianne works to strengthen political participation, foster community, and facilitate equal opportunities. Brianne hopes to serve as the Communications Chair for the National Young Liberals to ensure the youth perspective is encouraged and heard in the government.

Christina Monroe

Candidate for: National Board of Directors > Party Secretary

A lifelong Liberal Christina has been volunteering for the party long before she was able to join as a member.

Christina grew up and went to school in Winnipeg. One of her earliest political memories is knocking on doors in elementary school with her MP for the 1984 election. Learning the importance of dedicated volunteers, in ensuring good people were elected, to lead the way to a better Canada. Her motto is: teamwork is everything.

Christina moved to Yellowknife in 1999 and fell in love with the north. She lives with her husband David, and their two cats. She is an avid reader, gardener and loves formula one racing.

She joined the NWT PTB board in 2008 and has served in various roles since. Christina is the go to Liberal person for data and social media in Northwest Territories. Reaching out and befriending Liberals to stay connected and listen to the concerns of other Liberals and Canadians. Christina volunteers daily on management of Liberal social media pages and helps many Non-Governmental Organizations, local businesses, candidates, MLAs and MPs with best practices and online engagement. Christina worked on the 2015, 2019 and 2021 elections in the NWT on the logistical challenges of a large remote riding with 33 communities, many without reliable internet, road access and the inability to ever meet our volunteers face to face.

Christina is an active community volunteer. She teaches workshops, mentors women candidates and their teams on effective data collection, GOTV and social media strategies.

The Liberal Party has an amazing network of liberals coast to coast to coast who value the connections and support for each other in the digital age. As National Policy Secretary, Christina is committed to moving our party forward with tools and training to have more supported volunteers on the ground.

D Lynn Geary

Candidate for: Indigenous Peoples’ Commission > Indigenous Women's Representative to the National Women's Liberal Commission

Lynn Geary for Indigenous Peoples Commission, Indigenous Women’s Representative to the National Women’s Liberal Commission.

Born and raised at a fly in fishing and hunting lodge in NW Ontario in Treaty 3 territory, and currently semi retired on Vancouver Island, Lynn has been a long time Liberal, and active member of her Metis community. Lynn studied Business at CC and LU in Thunder Bay, ON and went on to own and operate Red Lake Airways and Dogskin Lake Lodge and Outposts from a base in Red Lake, ON.

An accomplished businesswoman in the Aviation & Tourism industries, Lynn studied Real Estate and Appraisals at UBC after semi retiring to Vancouver Island, and worked as an Appraiser with BC Assessment. Working for the Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement further inspired Lynn to dedicate her time advocating for Indigenous women.

Lynn brings extensive volunteer and board experience to the position, having served three terms as IPC VC Women and two prior terms with IPCBC. Also involved in mainstream and Indigenous politics, Lynn has assisted in numerous political campaigns. Lynn’s priority is encouraging Indigenous people of all ages to engage in mainstream politics, particularly women and youth. The IPC is an excellent tool to invite participation in the political process, and Lynn looks forward to representing Indigenous women within the LPC for another term.

Currently, Lynn spends her time volunteering in the community, serving as Board member on various boards, Consulting and providing Elder Services to Industry, governments and others.

Daniyal Khaleghi

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Vice-Chair, English

Hello my YLC friends, I’m Daniyal Khaleghi, your independent candidate for Vice-chair English position from Richmond Hill ON. I’m studying political science and business marketing in York University; doing real estate, working and volunteering with Hon.MP Leah Taylor and her office; have experiences for volunteering with Hon.MP Collins’s EDA and York region Liberal MPs caucus; I’m current senator at model senate, Leader of Loyal Liberal Council, president of liberal party in Thornhill and president of OYL in York region .The main reason I’ve decided to running in in YLC election is I’m thinking about bring some new methods and ways for YLC which can help our party for recruiting and encourage more young people to join our party, I’m not like others who they just can say we are going to make good connections and campaigns for party which all YLC members can do this. I shared all my plans and ideas for YLC in my Instagram (_daniyalkhaleghi_) and I invite you to read them. Unfortunately for YLC election my friends created two teams ; Honestly isn’t a good idea to create team in election, there is only one team in our party and it’s Team R.H Justin Trudeau! So it’s my great honor I announce myself as team R.H Justin Trudeau in YLC election. I respect and proud all my friends in both sides; However I suggest my YLC friends to choose individual candidates too, especially in Vice-chair position to make sure other candidates in YLC board work perfectly and honestly after the YLC election. Again it’s my great pleasure to being your candidate in YLC and I’m always available to make contact and talk with all my YLC friends to use all your great ideas for YLC. So let’s get in touch together my YLC friends!

David Zhu

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Membership Chair

David Zhu joined Liberal politics in 2021 during MP Yvan Baker’s Federal Election campaign, since then he has worked on multiple election campaigns across the municipal, provincial and federal levels of government. He is currently serving as Director-at-Large for the Etobicoke Centre Federal Liberal Riding Association, and he has previously served as a member of MP Omar Alghabra’s constituency youth council. David is currently President of the University of Toronto Mississauga Young Liberals and was responsible for rebuilding the club from having only 3 members to being one of the most active and well-organized Young Liberal clubs in Ontario with more than 15 contributing executives. Since becoming President of UTMYL David has been involved with the revitalization of several young liberal clubs across the GTA region, he is committed to rebuilding the organization on a grassroots level and ensuring the continued activeness of the clubs that currently exist

Dr. Oluremi Adewale

Candidate for: National Women’s Liberal Commission > Organization Chair

Dr. Oluremi (Remi) Adewale is a Canadian-trained registered nurse currently working as a Mental Health Nurse Consultant with a major municipality in Canada. Her influence on mental and physical health has impacted thousands of lives both locally and internationally.

Remi applies her Education to mentor skilled immigrants and students. Remi has volunteered for specific enterprises, supports strategic health promotion initiatives and fosters partnerships with organizations.

Remi is driven by passion and dedication to inspire and empower people and to improve the lives and well-being of communities. In 2018, this passion gave birth to the registration of a Canadian NFP and charitable organization called Women Focus Canada Inc.

Élisabeth d’Amours

Candidate for: National Board of Directors > Vice-President (French)

Élisabeth is a lifelong liberal from Quebec and a hardworking and committed volunteer, campaign organizer and donor, who is passionate about our party’s mission and values.

In Ottawa, she has worked at the Liberal Party of Canada helping our party organize, grow, fundraise and win elections, and has now been working in several Minister’s Offices over the past years, helping shape government policy and deliver on our party’s mission for Canadians. Through her past role at the party, she worked directly with the National Board and acquired in depth knowledge of our party’s operations, as well as our Constitution and by-laws.

Élisabeth is currently a member of the LPC (Quebec) Board of Directors and has held Board positions on a riding association and commission. She volunteered and worked on multiple campaigns, as a Campaign Manager, Volunteer Coordinator and Field Organizer, in addition to having worked directly at LPC HQ during a national campaign.

Élisabeth is running to make a meaningful contribution to our party’s leadership. She is committed to working with the Board towards our re-election and getting more Liberals elected, which begins with ensuring that our volunteers have the necessary resources, training and tools. As a francophone, she is dedicated to promoting French within the party and guaranteeing that French-speaking members have a strong voice in shaping our party’s direction. Élisabeth is also determined to work towards increasing the representation of women, as volunteers, in EDAs, Commissions, Boards or as candidates, to ensure their voices are better heard at all levels of decision-making.

In her time working in Ottawa and as a volunteer, Élisabeth acquired strong leadership skills and has experienced first-hand the importance of grassroots politics, and she is eager for the chance to earn your support so she can bring that experience to the board.

Elise Bartlett

Candidate for: National Board of Directors > Party Secretary

My name is Elise Bartlett. I am an immigration lawyer and I dedicate part of my career to supporting organizations that help women in situations of domestic violence with precarious migration status and refugees. I will soon be a mother of four children and my husband and I have been a strong couple for almost 24 years.

Involvement in our Party:

Young Liberal
I have been a Liberal who has been involved in our party for 20 years now. First as a young Liberal in my riding, as Vice-President East of the Young Liberals of Canada (Quebec), as President of the Laval University Club in Quebec City. I also participated in the mobilization of youth during leadership races of our Party.

Legal and Constitutional Adviser
After the election of our Leader, Justin Trudeau at the head of our movement and under the presidency of Anna Gainey I was able to serve our party as legal and constitutional advisor (French). It was at that time that we proceeded to develop and draft the Constitution and bylaws governing the Party we know today. This project, which engaged members from coast to coast to coast, was adopted at our 2016 national convention and has made the Liberal Party of Canada more open and accessible.

Vice-President (French)
Since 2018, I have served as Vice President under President Suzanne Cowan. As such, I have made it my mission to be present on the ground, to support candidates and campaigns, especially in the most difficult constituencies. I participate in days of action, go door to door and have the volunteers of our Party at the heart of my mission.

With my background as a lawyer and my knowledge of our Party, I ask for your trust to continue serving our movement as Party secretary.

Elliott Grondin

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Communications Chair

Coming from a family that has been involved with the Liberal Party of Canada for almost a century, political discussions quickly became a part of my life, shaping my character, defining my vision of Canada, and laying the foundations for my decidedly progressive ideology.

Therefore, it is in 2015, in my native Eastern Townships, that I took my first steps in the political arena with Team Trudeau. Hence, I quickly understood the importance of involvement in politics, and after 6 years of volunteering with our party, I became Membership Chair of the YLCQ, and then Communications Chair of the YLC, position I am seeking re-election for.

Let’s face it, Communications will be essential in the coming years, as it will be the main way to reconnect with the young people of Canada. I know what’s in front of us, we have to reach out to them, to address the issues that matter to them, to make sure that our friends, our brothers, and our sisters go out and vote Liberal. To do so, we must be creative, and we shall challenge the status quo. My long experience with the party, my longstanding roots in our movement, my relations with key actors from coast to coast to coast, my understanding of rural and urban Canada, and my bilingualism make me believe that I can be the right person. As former Communications Chair, I know what makes a good Communications Chair. I know what it takes.

Always guided by my liberal values that I hold so dearly, I am now looking towards the country we want to build together for tomorrow, the society we want to be and the one we must embody. I will continue to advocate for the LGBTQ2+ community, linguistic rights and the environment within the National Executive.

Fred French

Candidate for: Senior Liberals’ Commission > SLC Policy Chair

Hardam Mangat

Candidate for: National Board of Directors > Vice-President (English)

My name is Hardam Mangat and I am pleased to introduce myself as a candidate for National Vice President (English) for the Liberal Party of Canada. With a deep commitment to public service and a passion for empowering volunteers, I have been involved in numerous campaigns, working closely with elected officials and grassroots to bring about positive change.

Currently, I am in my second term as Vice Chair of the Liberal Party of Canada (Ontario). I have also previously served as President of the Brampton West Federal Liberal Association and Peel Region Chair for the Liberal Party of Canada (Ontario).

Through my experience and dedication, I am confident that I can help lead our party towards a more just and equitable future. I have continuously supported fundraising efforts across the country and have an understanding of the importance of empowering local associations and volunteers to be election ready.

I am excited about the opportunity to connect with delegates, hear their concerns, and work together to build a brighter tomorrow for all.

Over the years being involved with the Liberal Party of Canada, I have built a vast network of colleagues, friends and acquaintances. I look forward to earning your support and thank you for considering my candidacy.

Heather Rempel

Candidate for: National Women’s Liberal Commission > Recording Officer

I joined the Liberal Party of Canada and the Alberta Liberal Party in April 1993. I was also a member of the Ontario Liberal Party from 2009-10. Since then, I have been active at all levels, including the EDA, PTB, Commission and Club levels.

My previous work has included:

Immediate Past Chair, Alberta Women’s Liberal Commission
Current Vice Chair – Edmonton Mill Woods Federal Liberals
Director, Ottawa Centre Federal Liberals & Ottawa Centre Provincial Liberals
Various positions with the Alberta Young Liberals and Alberta Women’s Liberal Commission
Other positions within the Federal EDA and LPCA levels
All Positions on the Edmonton Mill Woods & Ellerslie Provincial Liberals

I have been a member of Beta Sigma Phi, an international women’s organization, since 1991. I have held all executive positions and committee chairs at the chapter level and have been the Corresponding Secretary at the Edmonton Area Council level and Recording Secretary for the Ottawa Area Council level. I was also the secretary and/or treasurer for the United Nations Association of Canada (Edmonton Branch).

In my work life, I have been employed with FedEx Express since March 2004. I am currently a Data Systems agent, and I have also been a Station Customer Service Rep at both the Edmonton and Ottawa stations. The work is challenging and stimulating, and I work with a great team.

Women bring a different perspective to the table, which is always needed.

I look forward to working with the NWLC executive over the next term to encourage more women get involved with politics at all levels.

Hilary Williamson

Candidate for: Senior Liberals’ Commission > Co-Chair (English)

Hilary is a computer scientist, who retired from Bell-Northern Research in 1988 as Director, Design Interpretive. In the 1970’s and 80s, she managed software development and ergonomics departments, building a variety of early email and network applications. One of a handful of women in BNR management at that time, Hilary mentored and promoted other capable women.

While raising her sons, she volunteered with children with learning disabilities, chaired school committees, and reviewed children’s educational software. She played harp weekly to Long Term Care residents for a decade, and continues to perform in a harp ensemble. She has run a popular book review site since 2000, and even found time to earn a black belt in Kyokushin Karate.

A dedicated Liberal Party volunteer, Hilary has been an active member of the Board of the Pontiac (Quebec) EDA. With a keen interest in policy, she co-Chaired an SLC national healthcare working group, resulting in the prioritization of its Resolution, “reclaiming and Sustaining Canada’s Healthcare”, at Halifax.

Hilary’s volunteer commitment continued as SLC Communications Chair (2019-2021) and SLC Chair (2021-2023). She focused her SLC work on ensuring that the Commission’s policy development reflects the interests and concerns of older Canadians, promoted through the engagement and appointment of Senior Representatives on EDAs across the country.

As a first step in 2021, she led an ad-hoc committee of Senior Liberals in developing a report on who seniors really are in the 2020s – this has been well received. Overall, Hilary and her Board have increased the visibility of Senior Liberals’ issues in both national policy and platform. She plans to continue to build on the success of those initiatives.

On a personal note, Hilary is mother to two adult sons. She lives with her husband, Serge Fournier, in beautiful Val-des-Monts, Quebec.

Iain Munro

Candidate for: Senior Liberals’ Commission > Governance Chair

First elected to the Senior Liberals’ Commission at the Ottawa LPC Biennial in January 2012, I since served the Commission in several roles, first as Ontario Regional Chair and presently as its Secretary.

I was raised in Hamilton and officer training in the Canadian Navy paid my university education at McMaster, while giving me the wonderful opportunity to experience Canada from sea to sea. Cruising with on a naval frigate through Arctic waters remains one of the most stunning experiences in my life.

At the Canadian Pavilion at Expo 1967 in Montreal, I edited a multilingual newsletter for international hosts and hostesses. During graduate studies in Ottawa, I was swept up by “Trudeaumania” and have remained a committed Liberal ever since. After initially teaching in Ontario high schools, I joined Queen’s University in 1973 as a professor until my retirement in 2009. Throughout my career, my deep commitment to human rights and to Canada’s multicultural society has informed my lifelong work as teacher, administrator, writer and community servant. My wish to continue with the Senior Liberals’ Commission as its Governance Chair is a natural reflection of my life experience. Good governance is essential in guaranteeing fairness, equality and democratic procedure.

Jaroslav Giesbrecht

Candidate for: Indigenous Peoples’ Commission > Vice-Chair (Communications)

Jaro Giesbrecht’s core Liberal values also include the promotion of social equality, progressive policies, environmental protection, economic growth, international cooperation and especially Reconciliation. He has passionately shared these values on all his social media platforms daily. Nobody fights harder, last year his platforms contributed to over 25 million Impressions/views not only in Canada but globally.

Jaro is a proud Metis and strong Liberal supporter with a deep understanding of the struggles and resilience of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. His mother is a survivor of residential schools, and her story of strength and perseverance has inspired him to dedicate his life to creating positive change for Indigenous communities.

Jaro’s passion for advocacy and community-building runs deep in his blood. His fourth-great-grandfather, Francois Desjarlais, signed Treaty 6, and his family (7th Grandfather Joseph Frobisher) played a pivotal role in the establishment of the fur trade in Canada. Jaro has inherited their spirit of innovation and determination, and he uses it to fight for justice and equality for all Indigenous Peoples.

Jaro’s passion is to amplify Indigenous voices, to create a more inclusive and equitable society, and to ensure that the legacy of residential schools is never forgotten. He believes that true reconciliation can only happen when Indigenous Peoples are empowered to lead and when their voices and experiences are heard and valued.

Jaro’s story is one of resilience, hope, and perseverance. He has faced adversity and continues to overcome it. He uses his experiences to inspire others to do the same. He is a beacon of hope for Indigenous Peoples across Canada, and his dedication to creating positive change is an inspiration to us all.

Javin Ames-Sinclair

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > Policy Chair

Javin Ames-Sinclair joined the Liberal Party of Canada at the age of 13! He recently served as YLC-S Chair from 2017-2022. A Psychology and Justice Graduate of the University of Regina, Javin has committed himself to uplifting and advocating for youth voices and policy. He is proud to be Indigenous from Treaty 4 territory and embraces his unique identity to work to ensure the Liberal party reflects youth and QTBIPOC voices within both organizational structure and platform.

Jean-Valmond LeBlanc

Candidate for: Senior Liberals’ Commission > Co-Chair (French)

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Jean-Valmond LeBlanc. I was born on Thursday, December 28, 1950, in the small Acadian village of Saint-Antoine, New Brunswick. This is the native village of Louis J. Robichaud, the first Acadian to win an election as Premier in a Liberal government. I am 72 years old.

I have been volunteering for the Liberal Party since 1978, both at the provincial and federal levels. I hold a Bachelor of Arts (1974) and a Master of Business Administration (1976) from the Université de Moncton. I have worked primarily in the life insurance industry as a trainer. I also worked in the federal public service for 11 years as a trainer.

At the federal level, I am currently the Interim Co-Chair (French) of the Liberal Party of Canada’s Senior Liberals’ Commission (SLC). I also serve as the Secretary of the New Brunswick SLC Section and as the Financial Agent for the Moncton–Riverview–Dieppe Federal Liberal Association.

At the provincial level, I am the Regional Director for the Moncton–Riverview–Dieppe area. In this capacity, I sit on the Board of Directors of the New Brunswick Liberal Association (NBLA). I am responsible for the support and development of seven provincial riding associations. I also hold the position of Treasurer for the Moncton East Provincial Liberal Association.

I am a member of the Notre-Dame-de-la-Paix Golden Age Club. I also belong to the Beauséjour Curling Club.

I am running for the position of Co-Chair (French) of the Senior Liberals’ Commission because I care about the interests and concerns of Canadian seniors, especially Francophone seniors in our great country. I will work hard for them and to support and advance the cause of all seniors.

Jesse McCormick

Candidate for: Indigenous Peoples’ Commission > Co-Chair (male)

Jesse is committed to achieving environmental protection and reconciliation through Indigenous economic development. He has served as the Director of Policy and Indigenous Relations for the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and the Director of Rights Implementation for the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada. In those roles, he contributed to the establishment of Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas, the reform of Canada’s environmental assessment processes and the passage of federal legislation to implement the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. He ran as the Liberal Party of Canada candidate in Lambton-Kent-Middlesex in 2019 and in Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo in 2021. He has volunteered for multiple EDAs, the LPCBC Board of Directors and the executive of the Indigenous Peoples’ Commission. He has also contributed to the success of the Liberal Party of Canada as a speaker, fundraiser, door knocker and sign crew enthusiast. Jesse has experience at the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights as a Senior Indigenous Fellow and as a law clerk at the Federal Court of Canada. He holds degrees from the University of Guelph, the University of Ottawa and the Harvard Law School.

As a proud citizen of Canada, the Anishinabek Nation and the Oneida Nation (Wolf Clan), Jesse is committed to the achievement of reconciliation through the implementation of rights, treaties and responsibilities.

Jordan Derochie

Candidate for: Indigenous Peoples’ Commission > Indigenous Youth Representative to the Young Liberals of Canada

Kate Young

Candidate for: Senior Liberals’ Commission > SLC Communications Chair

Former Member of Parliament Kate Young is seeking the position of Communications Chair on the Senior Liberals’ Commission. Kate has been working in this capacity since September 2023 and has thoroughly enjoyed the experience and hopes to continue her work on the Commission.

Kate was the Liberal Member of Parliament for London West from 2015 to 2021. The Prime Minister named Kate Parliamentary Secretary to Transportation Minister Marc Garneau in 2015 and later changed her portfolio to Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Science. Kate was a member of the Liberal Seniors Caucus and advocated strongly for the government to name a Minister of Seniors.

In 2021 Kate decided not to seek re-election but wanted to continue her work with the Liberal Party of Canada on issues facing Canadian Seniors. She was asked to Chair a working group on Aging in Place in 2022 and subsequently accepted the role of Communications Chair with the Senior Liberal Commission.

Kate has a long history working in media and public relations. She is best remembered for her work as a television news anchor for CFPL-TV for almost 20 years. In 2007, Kate was inducted into the London City Press Club Newsmakers’ Hall of Fame for her service to the community and Kate also received the Distinguished Alumni Award from Fanshawe College.

Kate has two adult children, and two grandchildren and lives in London with her husband Brian Meehan.

Kyle Risby

Candidate for: Indigenous Peoples’ Commission > Vice-Chair (Communications)

My name is Kyle Risby, and I was born and raised in Whitehorse, Yukon with mixed ancestry. I am Tahltan, African American, and European. I grew up running around the mountains and enjoying Yukon’s land. My educational and work experiences have all been centered around justice. After working for several years as an Indigenous Court Worker for the Council of Yukon First Nations, I was appointed as Yukon’s National Action Committee Rep for Access to Justice from 2016 to 2018.

I am going into my final year at the University of Victoria in the new Indigenous Law program. Growing up in the North, I’ve been able to see the great work of Liberal Governments, and have learned from former MP Larry Bagnell that by using your voice, and standing up for your passions, Northerners can make a difference.

My communications experience has been primarily with Tahltan Nation, and supporting the Nation’s communications departments, facilitating meetings and creating internal and external content. My time working for my Nation has been a privilege. More recently, I started working with Tahltan Nation on the Tahltan Stewardship Initiative, where I work with the Lands, Culture and Heritage, Fisheries, Wildlife, and Communications departments to write articles and create content. My role also involves facilitating engagements, meetings, events and building communication strategies for the Tahltan Stewardship Initiative. My experience with the Liberal Party of Canada has primarily been door knocking in the Yukon. Having learned the importance of relations and advocacy, I hope to positively contribute to electoral readiness and supporting Indigenous Candidates as The Communications Chair for the IPC.

Laurent Ruffo-Caracchini

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Vice-Chair, French

A Franco-Ontarian of Quebec origin, Laurent completed a bachelor’s degree in economics at Western University in London, Ontario, and is currently studying law at McGill. Passionate about politics (particularly high speed!) and linguistic matters, he plans to keep representing the interests of Canadians from francophone communities in this context and within the YLC.

A volunteer since 2015, having served his riding association and campus club in many capacities, he is running for a second term as the National Vice-Chair, French for the Young Liberals! Parlatemi anche in Italiano!

Layla Sharif

Candidate for: National Women’s Liberal Commission > National Vice Chair

I am a highly active and committed Liberal, supporting and serving in a number of positions. While serving as the Vice Chair for both NWLC and NWLCO, I undertook many tasks, such as creating a mailing list, newsletter and maintained the Facebook page that reached many members to inform and update about NWLC and NWLCO activities and accomplishments.

It is my passion to contribute ideas, plan and execute any activities for the Clubs and Commissions. I am looking forward to developing a sense of community and connections between Commissions, Clubs and the NWLC. I want to be able to work closely with them to encourage, fundraise, support, and develop future leaders and candidates in the Liberal Party. I want to ensure that your interests and matters will be effectively addressed while working along side the NWLC executives.

I have a strong desire to help others, which has been demonstrated through my professional and volunteer work. Encouraging women everywhere, of all ages, from diverse backgrounds, to join the Liberal Party.

I am an active member of my community and a supporter of a vast array of community-based organizations. I am a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, Recipient of 10 years Volunteer Service Pin with Toronto Police Services-43 Division and 20 years of
Services at House of Commons Award.

Developing a longstanding commitment to public service, travelling, working and studying in various countries of the world and speaking different languages, I believe my experiences and expertise would be an invaluable asset to the Commission in the role of Vice-Chair of NWLC.

I look forward to working with you all.

Liam Olsen

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Chair

Liam believes that it takes both vision and experience to build a movement. He knows that when Young Liberals dream big and work hard, we have the power to make a difference for our party, our country, and the planet.

Since signing up as a Liberal Party member at the age of 12, he’s volunteered ever since for Liberal candidates, and his passion for youth activism in the Liberal Party of Canada has only grown. In 2016, Liam joined his local youth council and was elected as Youth Director to his local EDA in 2018 and has since volunteered on multiple campaigns in BC, Quebec, and Ontario.

Liam’s passion for Liberal Campus Clubs began during his time at McGill, where he served as his campus’ VP Policy, then VP Operations, before becoming Club President prior to the 2021 election. His most recent Young Liberal position was as Vice-Chair French to a provincial executive. Liam has worked for three Liberal Members of Parliament, and currently works as a Regional Advisor to Minister Steven Guilbeault.

Liam’s Granny has a saying: “There are three ways to make a difference in people’s lives: the classroom, the hospital, or the government”. A proud son of immigrants, Liam knows the value of all three. He is a Liberal because he believes that policies like Universal Healthcare, Multiculturalism, Official Bilingualism, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, Carbon Pricing, and Young Liberal Policies like the legalization of cannabis and gay marriage, are what make Canada great.

Liam knows that the Young Liberals must be a pragmatic movement that empowers youth and drives the Liberal Party to win elections and advance progress. He believes that when Liberals are empowered to deliver change for all Canadians, we are at our best.

Liam’s record shows he can best represent Young Liberals from all across Canada and rejuvenate youth activism at all levels of our party. He hopes he can count on your support on May 6! Sign Up to Vote for #TeamOlsen now!

Logan Kliewer

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Finance Chair

Logan Kliewer is running for Finance Chair of the Young Liberals of Canada and believes strongly that more YLC funds need to reach campus clubs to ensure to support their work.

Logan is also a math and science geek, and he even started his High School’s Science Club!

Within a year of joining the YLC, Logan became one of the youngest ever chairs of the YLC (Manitoba). Since then, he has committed himself to strengthening the YLC within Manitoba post-covid, holding events for the first time in two years.

But what he is most passionate about are Young Liberal Clubs. Within his first year as Chair of the Young Liberals of Canada (Manitoba), Logan re-registered all campus clubs, and started new clubs that are now active chapters of the YLC.

To find out more about his platform, please visit liamolsen.ca

Madison Lalonde

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Vice-Chair, English

Hi! My name is Madison and I am running as YLC’s Vice Chair (English).

I am currently completing my Undergraduate Degree in Political Science and Community, Public Affairs and Policy Studies at Concordia University in Montreal. I have been an active volunteer for almost ten years now, volunteering with the Hon. Marc Miller’s 2015 and 2019 campaigns, and MP Brenda Shanahan’s 2021 campaign when she won by a mere 12 votes. My volunteering during campaigns showed me how important Young Liberals are to the Party and to winning elections, and just how impactful door knocking, phone calling, and general community outreach can be in building a connection with your community. If elected, I will continue this work to ensure that Young Liberals take an important seat at the table during elections and between them.

In 2021, I was elected as Vice Chair (English) for the Young Liberals of Canada (Quebec), working with and representing English-speaking Young Liberals and campus clubs across the province. I am currently serving as Section Chair of the Young Liberals of Canada (Quebec), now working in collaboration with my team and Young Liberals across the province in revamping the Young Liberals coming out of the pandemic.

The Liberal Party of Canada is something that I hold near and dear to me. Our party will be faced with great adversity in the coming years, and we need a strong team to push more progressive ideals and deliver real change in Canada. If elected, I will continue my work representing the English-speaking community that I am proud to be a part of and to improve collaboration between Young Liberals and campus clubs from across the country.

Marc Lavigne

Candidate for: National Board of Directors > Vice-President (French)

Marc Lavigne is president of Sagittaire International since 2004 and works in the agribusiness sector with a focus on North Africa. In addition to his work abroad, he is active in politics since 1986.

Marc has held various positions within the Liberal Party of Canada’s Ottawa office: Deputy National Director from 2006 to 2007, Director of Organization from 2000 to 2003, Coordinator of the Standing Committees and Training from 1998 to 2000, and Field Worker from 1997 to 1998. He also served as a member of the Standing Committee on Organization from 2003 to 2005 and as president of the Liberal Party of Canada, Quebec from 2009 to 2010.

Over the years, he has acquired extensive international political experience by collaborating with the National Democratic Institute and CANADEM as a trainer and as an elections observer. He was mayor of the municipality of Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu from 2015 to 2021 after serving as a municipal councillor from 2011 to 2015.

He sits on various boards of directors, including the Groupements forestiers Québec, where he is a director since 2022, and the Groupement forestier Arthabaska-Drummond where he is vice-president since 2022 and also served as administrator from 2021 to 2022. Since 2021, he is involved in the non-profit organization for organic market gardening Semer le Présent where he holds the role of treasurer.

Graduate of Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières with a bachelor’s degree in Social Communication, Marc lived abroad for several years, notably in France and Mali where he specialized in developing international cooperation. His spouse Sophie and his two children Zoé and Eliot live in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu. You may contact him at marc@marclavigne.ca

Melike Ceylan-Leamen

Candidate for: National Women’s Liberal Commission > Policy Chair

Melike Ceylan-Leamen holds a BSc from University of Alberta, and a Masters degree from York University in Neuroscience. She is a proud mother of two and is a passionate activist for women, children, and progressive causes. In her 23-year career in IT, she has been a strong advocate for women in technology and a mentor for young professionals through organizations like NPower and as a member of the Women for Stem Council, Ontario Tech University. Over the last decade, Melike has also been very active with the Epilepsy community and sits on the Board of Epilepsy Durham Region. Her primary goal is to help develop new programs and innovations, such as the seizure alert app, MirrorHR, the 2019 Microsoft Hackathon Global Grand Prize winner, that Melike and her son Aydin participated in the creation and testing of, and fundraising to support community clients, especially children and families. Melike also collaborates with community leaders to support the most vulnerable through involvement in grass root organizations like CareMongers where she was co-captain organizing various drives and fundraising activities in Brooklin, Ontario. She is a dedicated volunteer, and you will always find her helping out at youth events, food drives, and fundraising events, all in support of various local organizations.

Melike has been a proud and active volunteer with the Whitby Liberal EDA since 2014. She has been involved in the policy resolution development process and has volunteered on each of the last 3 successful election campaigns in her riding in Whitby, Ontario. Melike is also the Policy chair for the Durham Region Women’s Federal Liberal Commission.

Michelle Robinson

Candidate for: Indigenous Peoples’ Commission > Vice-Chair (Operations)

Michelle Robinson (she/her) is a Sahtu Dene born and living in Moh’kins’tsis. She is a board of director for Calgary Forest Lawn, held many board positions including past chair president of Calgary Forest Lawn, past president of Calgary East, and past chair of the Indigenous Peoples’ Commission in Alberta.

In the community, Michelle is a facilitator for Mending Broken Hearts: Healing Unresolved Grief through the White Bison Wellbriety Training Institute, a volunteer on the Calgary Police Service Indigenous Justice Circle, the volunteer Indigenous liaison for 12 Community Safety Initiative that runs the only open to the public Indigenous book club, Chapters and Chat since 2016. She is one of the cochairs of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls & Two Spirit Calgary committee, a co-founder of VOICES, a group advocating for the Two Spirit, and queer people of colour in Calgary, a cofounder of Sovereign Spirits, an Indigenous non profit for Two Spirit, Indigiqueer and LGBTQ2IA+, was the 1st First Nation to run for city council of Calgary and ran as the candidate for the Alberta Liberal Party for Calgary East April 16, 2019.

Michelle also has a podcast called Native Calgarian since August 2018 where is has done many teachings on Indigenous issues, keynote speeches, is a proud mother, wife and has treaty with the littlest, four legged canine

Mike Morrison

Candidate for: National Board of Directors > Policy Secretary

Mira Ahmad

Candidate for: National Board of Directors > President

Volunteering has been my passion, and driving force of my Liberal journey. Each step has convinced me that people power our party, and that every supporter should be meaningfully heard, valued, and empowered.

My journey began at 16, when I walked into my local MP’s office and offered to help. Francis Scarpaleggia challenged me to get involved – so I started organizing. I founded campus clubs, led commissions, and served as President of the Young Liberals of Canada (Quebec), helping to mobilize an historic youth turnout that powered our party’s best result in Quebec in a generation.

I spent 2015 on the frontlines of Team Trudeau, managing Frank Baylis’ successful nomination, then serving as Campaign Manager in the hotly-contested riding of Outremont. Facing then-Leader of the Opposition Thomas Mulcair, we increased our vote share by 18%, laying the groundwork to win-back the riding three years later.

Following victory in 2015, I was elected YLC National President. I dedicated my efforts to opening the YLC – developing and implementing a new charter, expanding campus club presence, and growing our base by 15,000 registered Liberals.

I’ve brought this passion for local and grassroots organizing to my now-seven years on the National Board, including twice-elected party Vice-President.

I’ve worked closely with EDAs, commissions, and thousands of Liberals across Canada – reinforcing my conviction that we need to improve the volunteer experience, bring new people into our party, and give everyone a stake in our success.

If elected President, I’m committed to ensuring volunteers are at the centre of our party – by empowering riding associations and commissions to make decisions that reflect their communities; reinvigorating our policy process to facilitate open, thoughtful debate; and creating meaningful opportunities for volunteers to grow within our party.

This is the path to long-term strength. I hope to earn your support.

Molly Wilkins

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Membership Chair

My name is Molly Wilkins and I am so excited to be running as the Membership Chair for the Young Liberals of Canada. I have been a volunteer for the Liberal Party of Canada since 2019, where I first started in my home riding of London West. From there I joined the McMaster Young Liberals, at McMaster University— first becoming finance office and then President. In 2021, I was acclaimed as the Women’s Representative on the YLC, and have been an active volunteer and staff member in both the Federal and Provincial elections. I am so excited to be running for membership chair, as getting more young people involved in politics is crucial to our success as a party, and as a country.

I know the hard work and determination that is needed to rebuild the Young Liberals of Canada. Youth engagement in politics is crucial for a robust democracy. In the role of Membership Chair of the Young Liberals of Canada I will work towards helping more young people find their home within the Liberal Party!

Myah Tomasi

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Chair

Myah Tomasi believes our party is strongest when Young Liberals thrive. Myah’s vision for the YLC is simple, yet important: open, ambition, and people centered. If elected to serve as National Chair, Myah would be only the second woman to do so in the history of the YLC.

Born and raised in Chilliwack British Columbia, Myah is a proud West-Coaster. She first joined the Liberal Party on her 14th birthday and obsessively watched all the 2015 debates in her middle school library while proudly wearing Liberal red. In 2019 she joined the Chilliwack-Hope Federal Liberal Association as Youth Chair, and is still part of the EDA.

In the spring of 2021, Myah joined the University of Ottawa Young Liberals (UOYL) as Communications Director, and in 2022 was elected President to the UOYL – one of Canada’s most active Young Liberal campus clubs. Within the UOYL, she doubled membership, held countless events, and helped foster a supportive environment where everyone was welcomed with open arms.

In the winter of 2022, Myah was acclaimed as Section Chair of the Young Liberals of Canada (Ontario), a role she currently occupies. Serving Canada’s largest and most active province, Myah has supported Young Liberals in starting up campus and riding clubs, held various panels and networking sessions, and facilitated volunteers to help MPs reach their nomination targets. As a member of the national YLC board, Myah advocates for more equal funding for all provinces and territories, additional national events, and calls for the YLC to be more inclusive with communications, policies, and advocacy work.

In the summer of 2022, Myah was honoured to mentor a group of Young Liberals from across Canada participating in the Young Liberals Academy. She helped these Young Liberals find volunteer experience in the Vancouver area, learn how to become pro door knockers and phone bankers, and facilitate connections with other YLs.

Myah strongly believes in fostering a community where all Young Liberals feel welcome from coast, to coast, to coast. Together, Myah knows the YLC can rebuild to become the strongest youth movement in Canada. Let’s show the world what it is to be a Young Liberal!

Nadine Bernard

Candidate for: Indigenous Peoples’ Commission > Co-Chair (female)

Nathaniel Sukhdeo

Candidate for: Indigenous Peoples’ Commission > Vice-Chair (Policy)

Olivia Batten

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Vice-Chair, English

My name is Olivia Batten, and I’m running for Vice-Chair English of the Young Liberals of Canada.

Over the past year, I’ve led the Queen’s University Liberal Association — one of the most active young liberal campus clubs in the country. As President, I grew our club’s membership, cultivated a positive community, and empowered young progressives to get involved in politics and make a difference.

As a proud Atlantic Canadian, I’ve been an avid campaign volunteer back home on the East Coast and in ridings across Canada. I also have experience working for Liberal caucus members in their constituencies and on Parliament Hill.

It’s no secret that young liberals have a history of being the ones who come up with the next big policy idea that pushes our party forward. I’m ready to help young liberals continue to shape the future of Canada. As Vice-Chair, I’ll work hard to make sure that every young liberal has a voice in our party.

I’m eager to get to work to deliver more resources to clubs and strengthen young liberal communities across Canada. I hope I can count on your support!

Patrick Quinn

Candidate for: Senior Liberals’ Commission > Recording Officer

My journey as a Liberal volunteer began over 20 years ago when I returned to Quebec. I am currently the Chairperson of the Lac St. Louis EDA. Before that, I was the Vice Chair of the Lac St. Louis EDA and a Regional President on the PLCQ executive board. I have worked on several election campaigns and the leadership campaign for Stéphane Dion. Having spent most of my working career in Quebec, I am bilingual.

I have senior leadership experience, working for a global organization in the private sector. A native of Montreal, I have interacted with government, academia, and business communities and served on several non-profit boards in the public sector. I currently serve on four boards: Chairperson for the Lac St. Louis EDA, the treasurer for a community environmental board, and the lead independent member for two other non-profit boards.

I hold a Master of Science (MSc.) Renewable Resources Environment, a Diploma in Environmental Science from McGill University, a Master of Business (MBA), and Economics degrees from Concordia University.

Since retiring in 2009, I have become more involved in the Party, and looking forward to actively participating with the Senior Liberal Commission as SLC Recording Officer.

Rabiya Azeez

Candidate for: National Women’s Liberal Commission > Fundraising and Judy La Marsh Fund Chair

Rabiya Azeez or Rabi, as widely known, is the owner of Rabi’s Group – Caledonia, Ontario, and currently the Chair of JLM Fundraising for NWLCO. Raised and educated in India & Globally, she is a successful entrepreneur, politician, educational consultant, and homemaker. Blending with traditions in many foreign countries, Rabi has successfully carried out her jobs, her family, and all her relationships within communities. She is known for her lifelong volunteer work in Canada – advocating for the vulnerable, township building, innovative entrepreneurship, and as a freelance writer.

Rabi is currently seeking the NWLC Executive position of Fundraising Chair – Judy La Marsh Fund. Her volumes of experience, skills, education, and personal attributes make her an ideal candidate for this role. Her eagerness to serve the public, her leadership roles in various organizations- both public and private, and her political knowledge of the Liberal Party platform add value required for this position. Besides being a Staunch supporter of the Liberal Party of Canada, she is actively involved as an Election campaign volunteer, Fundraiser, and MC for zoom meetings & party events. Ongoing active involvement with NWLC(O) and also its fundraising chair since 2021, She has been instrumental in reviving fundraising efforts, implementing new measures, networking, and brainstorming within various groups. She is the recipient of the 2nd Annual NWLC(O) Volunteer Appreciation Award, last December.

Rabi’s knowledge and experiences with Elections Canada from the Municipal level to the Federal level and several civic volunteering at CRA, OPP, Municipality and County councils, Local hospitals, schools, and clubs is a mark of her expertise in diverse fields. Her involvement with other organizations including social, recreational, political, cultural, and community organizations makes her the ideal candidate for fundraising efforts. She is also a lifelong learner, strong, positive with high ethics and mutual respect for everyone around.

Rahul Walia

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Finance Chair

A proud Manitoban Liberal, Rahul has extensive volunteer experience with the Liberal Party of Canada in canvassing, fundraising and phone banking. In May 2022, Rahul was a part of the Summer Leadership Program (SLP) where he began working for the office of MP Terry Duguid, where he continues to serve as Mr. Duguid’s Constituency Assistant.

From 2021-2022, Rahul was the youngest elected Board Member for the Indo-Canada Ottawa Business Chamber. In this role, he organized and advertised many professional events such as fundraisers, galas and networking socials, to promote multiculturalism within the Ottawa community.

In addition, Rahul is completing his Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management with a Minor in French at Carleton University. During his time at Carleton he Co-Founded an organization that invests in equity seeking entrepreneurs and social value enterprises, Propel Impact Ottawa. Rahul was also on the Executive Committee for the Carleton University Young Liberals. He will be returning to Carleton in the fall to complete a Master of Political Management.

Rahul’s extensive experience, unwavering dedication, and passion for making a difference in his community and beyond make him the perfect candidate for Finance Chair of the Young Liberals of Canada.

Raj Gill

Candidate for: Young Liberals of Canada > National Organization Chair

Raj is currently the National Policy Chair for the Young Liberals of Canada (YLC) and previously served as the Policy Chair for YLC(Ontario). His journey with the Liberal Party started in 2018 when he moved to Winnipeg from India at the age of 14. He has since been an active volunteer and supporter of the party. Currently an undergraduate student at Carleton University, he is passionate about law, history and economics. Raj works at the House of Commons for the Liberal MP George Chahal. In his past time, he enjoys reading, barbecuing and gardening. Guided by the power of grassroots politics and the importance of supporting volunteers, he is committed to making YLC an effective and accessible organization. To help organize better, he is committed to restarting all defunct campuses and riding Young Liberal clubs.

Reina Sinclair

Candidate for: Indigenous Peoples’ Commission > Vice-Chair (Membership & Organization)

Reina was born, and currently resides in, Regina, SK and brings a wealth of Liberal volunteer and campaign experience to the National Executive.

A lifelong Liberal, Reina has volunteered in several local LPC campaigns including candidate’s Della Anaquod, Louis Browne and Jordan Ames-Sinclair in the last Federal Election.

Reina’s campaign experience includes as a Federal candidate in 1993 and a Provincial Sask Liberal candidate in 1999 and 2016. Reina has served as Indigenous delegate for numerous LPC conventions since the LPC Aboriginal Peoples
Commission came into existence in 1991.

A proud Mother of 3 boys, and Nana to 5, Reina is currently attending the First Nations University of Canada full time pursuing a Political Science Degree while employed with the Metis Nation – Saskatchewan as the Director of Intergovernmental affairs.

The political involvement of her twin grandsons inspires Reina to again step forward and return to seek another term on the National Indigenous Peoples Commission – this time as Vice Chair Membership & Organization. Reina has previously served the IPC in two Executive positions including as IPC SK Regional President. She served on the LPC Council of Presidents Executive and as EDA President for Regina Qu’Appelle. Reina is currently the standing President of the Regina-Qu’Appelle Federal Liberal Association.

Reina makes it a priority to encourage her own grandchildren, and all young people, to actively participate in politics at all levels, Indigenous, municipal, provincial, and federal, as an important civic responsibility.

Robbie Schuett

Candidate for: National Board of Directors > Vice-President (English)

Growing up, politics was what we talked about at the dinner table. My sister was the first female President of the YLC and my father ran for nomination. I remember meeting Prime Minister Chretien with my sister when I was in elementary school. I remember asking my junior high teachers to sign up to support my dad.

My early involvement in Liberal politics encouraged me to discover other parts of the country and instilled in me a desire to learn French.
Alors, quand j’avais 25 ans je suis déménagé au Québec pour apprendre le français. J’étais un anglophone unilingue quand je suis arrivé mais quand je suis parti après 7 ans, j’avais complété mon baccalauréat en droit à l’université Laval en français.

After my legal studies in Quebec, I moved to BC where I completed my Common Law degree at the University of Victoria.

In more than 20 years with the Party, I have held roles such as President of the University of Calgary Liberal Student Association, campaign manager, and Chair of the LPC(A) from 2013 to 2020. During my time on the NBOD my peers selected me to sit on the National Management Committee. I have held roles with the Green Light Committee, the Laurier Club, and the E-day Regulatory and Compliance Committee.

As a western Liberal, I have learned to disagree agreeably, which has allowed me to work well with my NBOD colleagues in the past. My previous experience as an organizer has shown me how to win and what needs to be done.

I am a business owner, husband, father of three beautiful young children, and active community member.

I am hard working and passionate.

I love my family, I love my community, and I love my country.

I would love to be your next VP (English).

Sachit Mehra

Candidate for: National Board of Directors > President

Sachit is a community leader, restaurant owner, father, and proud lifelong Liberal from Winnipeg.

He’s had a ground-up view of our Party: whether as a volunteer, President of the Young Liberals (Manitoba),President of LPC (Manitoba), Election Readiness Co-Chair (Manitoba), or on our National Board as Chair of the Federal Liberal Agency of Canada – responsible for ensuring we’re in a strong position to win campaigns. For him though, nothing ever beats knocking on doors. Sachit has the experience we need in a Party President.

Sachit wants to be the President who answers your calls and takes action, with innovative new ideas and tools. He’s ready on day-one to work with you to win the next election.

As a small business owner, he knows organizations need to stay competitive while staying true to who they are. He knows the importance of listening to your team and community, rather than telling them. He believes that when our organizers are given the tools and support you need, Liberals win.

He wants to embrace and champion equity, diversity and a belief in the goodness of one another. He’s focused on making sure we are a big tent party that can recruit and maintain volunteers and candidates.

The path to winning the next election will take thinking bigger and working harder. Our Party needs the resources to support our teams on the ground. We need a strong Party that can win the trust of more Canadians. That means better communications, more investments now in staff and volunteers, and a Party that recognizes the hard work of volunteers and donors.

Sachit has a real plan and the proven leadership we need to win the next election. With support from volunteers all over the country, Sachit hopes to earn your support. Visit sachitmehra.ca for more information.

Tom Hamilton-Piercy

Candidate for: National Board of Directors > Party Secretary

Tom has been an active volunteer with the party since 2015.

A Montreal native, he’s worked tirelessly to support the Liberal Party, doing everything from knocking on doors to acting as a financial agent for Liberal Members of Parliament and Federal Liberal Associations. Tom has been deeply involved in helping build a stronger and more inclusive Liberal party, and he currently serves as the Vice-President, English for the Liberal Party of Canada (Quebec).

Beyond his work with the Liberal Party, Tom also serves as the President of the Pierrefonds Community Project (PCP), which helps underprivileged children with various programs including tutoring and integration into Canada.

Tom is an investment banker and Chartered Financial Analyst with more than twenty years of experience in the finance industry.

He is married to his lovely wife, Melanie, a social worker, and has a cat named Buddy who is 18 years old! He also has an identical twin brother, Gregg.