January 14th, 2025
January 14th, 2025
SIOUX LOOKOUT — New Democrats in Kiiwetinoong came together to nominate Sol Mamakwa to be the Ontario NDP candidate for the next provincial election.
Mamakwa has represented Kiiwetinoong since 2018 and currently serves as the Deputy Leader of the Ontario NDP.
“It is an honour to represent Kiiwetinoong at Queen’s Park,” said Mamakwa. “Together, we have made history: from standing up with northerners and First Nations across the province to deliver better access to government services, safety, health care, seniors care, and more, to holding the Province accountable for their harmful and unfair policies, to being able to speak our languages in the legislature. It’s time we had a government that is on your side. I am proud to stand with Marit Stiles and the Ontario NDP to build the future that our community and our province deserves.”
“Sol is one of the most important voices we have at Queen’s Park,” said Marit Stiles, Ontario NDP leader. “He has worked tirelessly to bring people together both in the legislature and out in the community to fight for change that will impact generations. Thanks to his commitment Indigenous languages were finally allowed to be spoken in the House along with English and French. Sol made history as the first person to ever speak Anishininiimowin in the chambers. From being the voice of those who have been overlooked for generations because of colonial atrocities to bringing the province to the table to deliver essential services for his community, Sol’s work and leadership has been exemplary. I am proud to have Sol on my team as we work to build a better, and brighter future for our province.”
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