"Kristyn Wong-Tam has the tenacity, drive and leadership to keep our community safe and prosperous. Her proven track record, warmth and empathy make her the kind of leader I am so proud to support. We need Kristyn at Queen's Park."
Andre Morrisseau
Arts and Business Supporter, Indigenous Village resident for more than 37 years
Joseph Y. K. Wong
Founder of Yee Hong Geriatric Centre
For the last 12 years, Kristyn Wong-Tam has represented us well at the city council with her leadership, achievements, and dedication. We need Kristyn at provincial government championing many important issues, including better services for seniors, better health care, affordable housing, and more so that people of all cultural backgrounds can enjoy the highest quality of life with respect and dignity. Please join me in supporting Kristyn Wong-Tam.
Dr. Wendy Cukier
Professor, Entrepreneurship and Strategy, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)
"I never endorse political parties, but I feel compelled to ensure voters know what a rare and effective politician Kristyn Wong-Tam is. From the moment I met her, now a decade ago, I was impressed with her knowledge and insights on a wide range of policy issues - from housing, economic development, community safety, health, and equity - she was thoughtful and well-informed, while others were reciting superficial talking points. Her genuine care and authenticity in dealing with people - regardless of whether they are real estate moguls or unhoused, is impressive. She is not afraid to speak truth to power but she is also pragmatic and innovative in her strategies to support business, economic opportunities, and meaningful employment. After more than 30 years of working on political issues across party lines, she is one of the people with whom I have been most impressed. Please join me in supporting Kristyn Wong-Tam for MPP for Toronto Centre!"
Gilles Marchildon
Former Executive Director of Egale Canada and Past President of the city’s francophone representative group ACFO Toronto.
I know Kristyn will carry on advocating for progressive changes to our city and province with her usual persistence, eloquence and effectiveness. She has always demonstrated a high level of commitment to sound urban management, robust community health, enlightened human rights and a vibrant cultural scene. I have had the honour of voting for Kristyn as my City Councillor and I look forward to doing so as my Member of Provincial Parliament.
Paul Ainslie
"It is my immense honour and privilege to give my support and endorsement to Kristyn Wong-Tam this election. We have a long track record of working together to fight for the issues that matter in this city and for the people who need our support most.
Kristyn and I have worked together to propose many progressive motions at City Hall including promoting diversity and social inclusion by establishing intersectionality awareness Week in the City of Toronto, reinstating the City's LGBTQ2S+ community advisory committee and protecting LGBTQ2S+ small businesses and cultural space.
I know firsthand just how important it is to have progressive voices like Kristyn’s at all levels of government and I know Kristyn will do so much good for her community at Queen’s Park. I am so proud to stand behind my incredible friend and colleague as she takes this exciting next step. I for one am envious of anyone who has the privilege to vote for Kristyn Wong-Tam!"
Loreen and Geoffrey Lalonde
McGill-Granby Village residents
"Kristyn Wong-Tam is a remarkable local representative - smart, hard-working and full of grace. We will miss Kristyn as City Councillor. We know that she will fight for Toronto Centre at Queen’s Park. We are lifelong Liberals, however in this election, we are proud to support Kristyn. She is a proven leader and solved some huge problems for our local residents. The positive impact that she makes will be immense. We need Kristyn at Queen's Park!"
Suze Morrison
"In 2017, Kristyn welcomed me into the first cohort of the Women Win Toronto program - an initiative they helped spearhead to help prepare more women and gender diverse folks to run for public office. Kristyn’s mentorship through that program ultimately prepared me to run my first successful campaign right here in Toronto Centre. Once I was elected, Kristyn became more than a mentor. They became a trusted colleague and friend. Fighting side-by-side as colleagues, I witnessed Kristyn’s courage, collaborative leadership, and love for our community.
Together we fought to save the Foundry. Together we fought for supports for small businesses during COVID-19. Together we fought Doug Ford’s cruel and regressive cuts. I know that Kristyn is exactly who we need to help fix what Ford has broken - from housing to healthcare to education.
It is not often we are given the opportunity to pass a torch to a mentor - and it is truly an honour to be able to do so. It is with the greatest joy and admiration that I wholeheartedly endorse Kristyn Wong-Tam as our next Member of Provincial Parliament for Toronto Centre!"
Gil Penalosa
Founder & Chair, 8 80 Cities
"Kristyn Wong-Tam has been Toronto’s best City Councillor. Now, she’ll serve the city and the province as MPP. Smart, very hard-working, compassionate, prioritizes equity, and always focusing on our most vulnerable. We need her at Queen's Park!"
Palmira Almeida
St. James Town 650 Parliament Street resident & local leader
Kristyn is a committed and hard-working person who has the motivation and focus to get the priorities done, in an assertive manner, while considering every angle of the political and social fabric. Her personal approach and proven determination is unparalled, with courage to face tremendous challenges with grace and empathy. Kristyn was there for us during the most difficult time of our lives and fought for our humanity and dignity to find a safe place to live following the 650 Parliament Street fire.
Mike Layton
"I have had the privilege of working alongside Kristyn for three terms on City Council and let me tell you, they are a force to be reckoned with! I have seen Kristyn advocate for Toronto Centre's most vulnerable, fight for better regulations around short-term rentals, and champion a better shelter system for unhoused Torontonians.
Although they will be missed at City Hall I know Kristyn's voice will be just as impactful at Queen's Park. They have my whole-hearted support!"
Dr Alan Li
Regent Park Family Physician & community champion on antiracism, LGBTQ & HIV/AIDS issues
"We've known Kristyn for almost 30 years and have lived in Toronto Centre for most of that time. She's always been deeply rooted in her commitment to justice and community empowerment. Kristyn has accomplished so much at City Hall from advocating for essential supports for vulnerable seniors to stopping tenant evictions to reversing Doug Ford's 2019 public health budget cuts. We know she'll do even more to stand up for our communities when elected to Queen's Park."
Eric Morse
Cabbagetown resident
After a stellar career as Toronto City Councillor for Ward 13, Kristyn is a welcome breath of fresh air on the provincial political scene. She's sure to bring her strong talents, energy and sense of justice to the interests of change in the at provincial parliament.
Carolyn Egan
President, United Steelworkers Toronto Area Council
"Over 30 years ago, I met a young activist named Kristyn Wong-Tam. They were impressive then and her talents have only expanded and matured over the years. Kristyn is a natural leader, diligent and international in her actions with the ability to work across multiple sectors and party lines. We need Kristyn at Queen's Park now more than ever!"
Keith Wong
HIV/AIDS advocate and Project Manager, PROTECH
"We've known Kristyn for almost 30 years and have lived in Toronto Centre for most of that time. She's always been deeply rooted in her commitment to justice and community empowerment. Kristyn has accomplished so much at City Hall from advocating for essential supports for vulnerable seniors to stopping tenant evictions to reversing Doug Ford's 2019 public health budget cuts. We know she'll do even more to stand up for our communities when elected to Queen's Park."
Franca Lesson
Friends of the Foundry
"With Saving the Foundry, Kristyn was with us every step of the way. In addition to personally participating in protests and community meetings, they activated the political resources we needed to halt demolition quickly and establish the lines of communication that would move us forward into an acceptable plan for the future. Kristyn's in-depth knowledge of politics at every level was a crucial factor in our success. We need Kristyn at Queen's Park!"