Elliot Goodell Ugalde. Picture by way of official Elliot Goodell Ugalde web site.
The Ontario New Democratic Get together (NDP) has nominated Elliot Goodell Ugalde as their candidate in Kingston and the Islands within the upcoming provincial election.
“I am honoured to be chosen as the candidate for Kingston and The Islands,” Ugalde stated. “I have worked hard with and for my community, and believe I have what it takes to represent my riding at Queen’s Park. With Marit Stiles’ leadership and vision, I am ready to be the strong voice that Ontarians deserve to have, advocating for them and defending them.”
In accordance with a launch from the social gathering, Ugalde is a PhD pupil in Worldwide Political Economic system at Queen’s College, and his advocacy for housing and social justice extends past academia. He has labored in coverage analysis and neighborhood work, from supporting dependancy restoration to advocating for Indigenous justice, and has been a tireless advocate for renters’ rights in Ontario, the provincial social gathering famous.
“Elliot represents a new generation of leadership,” stated Marit Stiles, chief of the Ontario NDP, in a press release.
“He brings fresh ideas and a strong commitment to advocating for Kingston and The Islands, which we need at Queen’s Park. He is dedicated to fighting for affordable housing, improved healthcare services, and worker’s rights. I am certain that with Elliot on our team, we‘ll be forming a caring government that Ontarians deserve.”
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is predicted to name the election tomorrow, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, after assembly with the Governor Common right now. The seat of Kingston and the Islands is presently held by MPP Ted Hsu, who was elected within the 2022 provincial election and has indicated he’ll run once more if an election is known as.
Kingstonist will present additional protection of candidates for the provincial election within the KFL&A area because the election attracts nearer — whether it is referred to as later this week.
