Laurie Hazzard chosen to be the NDP candidate in Huron—Bruce

HURON COUNTY—New Democrats in Huron—Bruce have selected former nurse, educator and school administrator Laurie Hazzard to be their NDP candidate in the 2022 provincial election.

Quotes

John Vanthof, Ontario NDP Deputy Leader

“Laurie has years of experience working in healthcare and education, these are the services families rely on across Huron and Bruce counties. Instead of Doug Ford’s big cuts and bad decisions, imagine having someone like Laurie who sticks up for families. We need more people like her at Queen’s Park. We’re excited to have her on board, and we know she can deliver results for the families of Huron-Bruce.”

Laurie Hazzard, NDP candidate for Huron—Bruce

“I am thrilled to be running to represent my community and fight for a better Ontario. Life is getting harder for families here in Huron and Bruce counties, housing costs are rising, so are the costs of everyday items like groceries and gas. We need to make sure families are able to build their best lives here. I know with Andrea Horwath and the Ontario NDP team, we can make life better by investing in the things that make life easier for families in Huron—Bruce.”

Biography

• Hazzard’s experience in both the health care and education fields provide her with a unique insight into the needs of Ontario families, particularly in rural Ontario.
• Hazzard created the first online public secondary school in Ontario, helped develop an eLearning strategy for the province, and spent 14 years developing digital learning tools for Ontario public schools.
• Hazzard is an avid volunteer in the Bayfield community, working with Home4Good Shopping Buddies program, the Blue Bayfield environmental group, the Bayfield Ukulele Society, and other great local organizations.
• Hazzard was born in Southwestern Ontario and lives with her partner in Bayfield, where she has resided for the past 25 years.