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Premier Dalton McGuinty - Ontario

Dalton James Patrick McGuinty was sworn in as Ontario's 24th Premier on October 23, 2003.

First elected to the Ontario legislature in 1990, Mr. McGuinty was re-elected in Ottawa South in 1995, 1999 and 2003. During his years as a backbench MPP, he served as a critic for energy, colleges and universities, native affairs and the environment.

In 1996, Mr. McGuinty was chosen leader of the Ontario Liberal Party. The challenges he faced during his first campaign as leader in 1999 strengthened his resolve to lead his party to victory and serve the people as Premier. Under his leadership, the party made commitments to improve schools and hospitals and provide cleaner air and water without raising taxes. In the October 2, 2003, general election he became Premier with a majority government.

Born on July 19, 1955, and raised in Ottawa's middle-class Alta Vista neighbourhood, Mr. McGuinty credits his parents with teaching him the values and ethics that guide him as Premier. Their commitment to education, family and serving the community was passed on to each of their ten children.

His mother, Elizabeth, is a retired nurse living in Ottawa. Dalton followed her example of compassion for those in need when working as an orderly at the Rideau Veteran's Hospital. His father, Dalton Sr., was a teacher and professor who served as the Ottawa South MPP until he passed away in 1990. Dalton shares his father's deep belief in democracy, integrity and accountability in government.

Before entering politics, Mr. McGuinty practised law in Ottawa. He has a law degree from the University of Ottawa and a science degree from McMaster University in Hamilton.

He met his wife Terri, an elementary school teacher, when they were both still high school students in Ottawa. Married 23 years, they have four children. Carleen, Dalton Jr. and Liam are all working towards university degrees at Ottawa-area universities. Their youngest son, Connor, is completing his final year in high school.

When not working, Dalton enjoys spending time with his family, playing golf and skiing.

 
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