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Mike Schreiner, Leader of the Green Party of Ontario and MPP for Guelph, is the first Green MPP elected to the Ontario Legislature in 2018.

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Nira Dookeran nominated as Ontario Greens candidate in Ottawa South

February 2, 2025

OTTAWA — Nira Dookeran has been nominated as the Ontario Greens’ candidate in Ottawa South.

Dookeran has lived in Ottawa South since 2007, where she taught civics, history, and English as a Second Language at Ridgemont High School.

She’s been actively involved with the Ontario Greens for over ten years with experience managing federal and provincial campaigns. She was the Ontario Greens’ candidate for Ottawa South in the 2022 election, has served on the provincial executive, and is the Communications Officer for the Ottawa South Greens provincial riding association.

“The Ontario Greens are about more than just the environment,” said Dookeran. “We’re fighting for better health care, more affordable homes, and better education for our families and our communities.”

“Nira is an experienced campaigner, tireless advocate, and co-managed one of the largest Green campaigns in Ottawa’s history,” said Ontario Greens’ leader, Mike Schreiner. “I know she’ll be a strong advocate for people in Ottawa South.

Dookeran is also actively involved with the Ottawa Renewable Energy Cooperative, the Ontario Health Coalition, and her church’s Environmental Justice Committee.

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