As citizens we have the right and Obligation to vote. It is a right because of the democratic values of Canadian society, but also, it is an obligation as chosen candidates make important decisions that have huge impacts in our lives. I must say however, that I have not exercised my right/obligation but once in my life... and let’s just say, ever since I turned 18, I have had many opportunities to do so... In any case, I did vote in the last national elections and although my candidate did not win, I feel proud of doing what every other citizen should do.

Most people know who the Prime Minister and the Major are, but do we know who our local MPP is? I did not, but I thought it would be fun to find out. Although I was hoping my MPP would be a hot young successful guy, to my delightful surprise, I found out that my MPP is a woman!! What kind of close (or perverted) mind do I have? Yes! She is a woman!!! How refreshing!! Her name is Cheri DiNovo, and if you live in the High Park area, she is your MPP too. But my question is: what exactly does an MPP do?

Well, if you go to the Ontario’s Legislative Assembly website you will fin d out that an MPP

“As a representative of his or her riding, an MPP meets with constituents, deals with the provincial government to solve problems, helps constituents find services that are available to assist them in different ways, and attends and supports community events. An MPP may be able to help with and present a petition to the Legislature concerning a specific problem or issue in the riding. An MPP has one or more locally-staffed offices to help constituents”...

Ha! Who knew!?!?!? Well, I invite you to check your local MPP and see what he or she has done for you and the rest of the constituents... oh, and don’t forget to let me know if you find a cute one!!