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Five Indo-Canadians Make Mark as

Ontario’s Progressive Conservatives Win

OUR BUREAU
Ontario
ntario’s Progressive Conser-
vatives, led by Premier Doug
OFord, secured a historic third
consecutive majority in the 2025 pro-
vincial election, marking a signifi-
cant political milestone. This victory
makes Ford the first Ontario leader
since 1959 to achieve three straight
majority mandates, cementing his
place in the province’s political his-
tory.
The election also highlighted the
growing influence of Indo-Canadians
in Ontario politics, as five Indo-Ca-
nadian candidates were elected un-
der the Progressive Conservative
banner. This achievement reflects
the increasing diversity within Ca-
nadian politics and the Progressive
Conservative Party’s ability to appeal
to a broad demographic base. The
names and ridings of these newly tecting Ontario’s economy. Speaking made history,” Ford declared. “The tario politics, reflecting Canada’s
elected representatives have yet to at his election night headquarters in people have spoken. They’re ready multicultural ethos. As these repre-
be officially announced. Toronto, Ford emphasized the his- to stand up for Canada”. sentatives take their seats at Queen’s
Ford’s campaign focused heavily toric nature of the win and reiterated The success of Indo-Canadian Park, their contributions are expect-
on economic resilience, particularly his commitment to safeguarding On- candidates further signals a shift to- ed to shape Ontario’s policies in
in combating U.S. tariffs and pro- tario’s interests. “Together, we have ward greater representation in On- meaningful ways.

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