2020 Ontario Liberal Party leadership endorsements

2020 Ontario Liberal Party leadership election
DateMarch 7, 2020
ConventionInternational Centre, Mississauga, Ontario
Resigning leaderKathleen Wynne
Won bySteven Del Duca
Ballots1
Candidates6
Entrance fee$100,000
($75,000 non-refundable)
Spending limit$900,000

This is a list of notable individuals and entities who provided endorsements to candidates during the 2020 Ontario Liberal Party leadership contest, or had their expression of support reported in the media. Titles or offices held listed are current as of the March 6, 2020 when the leadership convention was called to order. This list only includes individuals who held public elected offices, or individuals/entities of prominence sufficient for their expression of support to be reported by news media.

Endorsements by caucus members

As typical in leadership contests of the two main political parties in Canada and other countries with government based on the Westminster model, the public support of incumbent caucus members were the endorsements most prized by the contestants and most often cited by journalists and pundits. The Ontario Liberal Party was decimated in the 2018 Ontario election, leaving only seven survivors in caucus. Among them, two were candidate themselves, two resigned by the fall of 2019 (their successors were not elected until a week prior to the convention), and both the outgoing leader Kathleen Wynne and interim leader John Fraser remained neutral throughout the contest. This left long time Thunder Bay MPP Michael Gravelle the only caucus endorsement up for grab in the traditional sense. The Del Duca campaign released Gravelle's endorsement a month prior to members voting.

The next most sought after groups were the former MPPs, especially those in office prior to the 2018 election, and the Liberals MPs representing Ontario electoral districts as they were the most likely figures to have on the ground political organization at their disposal. They also played an outsized role in the contest as party granted all former Ontario Liberal MPPs and all current Liberal MPs representing Ontario electoral districts status as voting delegate at the convention.

[a] MPPs MPs[b]
Current Former Current Former
Total available 7 ~160 79 ~270
Michael Coteau 1 (self) 9 5 5[c]
Steven Del Duca 1 34 22 11
Kate Graham 7 1
Brenda Hollingsworth
Mitzie Hunter 1 (self) 2 1 2
Alvin Tedjo 1 [d]

The competition for endorsements were largely among the three leading candidates. The campaigns of Del Duca, Coteau and Graham each released endorsements at regular intervals throughout fall of 2019 and early 2020, and leverage the endorsements at strategic junctures for public and members communication purposes. Hunter was not competitive on this front despite having been a caucus and cabinet colleague with many of the potential endorsers for an extended period like Del Duca and Coteau. The number of endorsements released by the contestants corresponded roughly to the voting results, with Del Duca laying claims to a bit over half of all the released endorsements, and Coteau's tallies being approximately a third of Del Duca's and Graham being approximately a quarter.

The regional distribution of the endorsements also provided early clues of the rival camps pockets of strengths. Del Duca's long list of endorsements from the 905 area reflected his campaign's dominance in that region. The endorsements released also foreshadowed Coteau's strong performance in Eastern Ontario and Scarborough, Graham's firm grip of the area surrounding her London home base, and Hunter's surprise wins in certain electoral districts in the north.

Uniquely, Coteau and Del Duca were each endorsed by a municipal politician that became a Conservative MPPs just a few years later.

Michael Coteau

Coteau claimed the second longest list of endorsements, with nine former MPPs (six of them having served under Peterson's leadership in the 1980s), six current MPs and five former MPs, and more than a dozen municipal elected officials, leveraging the network he built over a long period as a Liberal activist before holding public offices.

Former MPPs

MPs

Former federal parliamentarians

(Plus: Copps listed under former MPPs)

Municipal elected officials

Former municipal elected officials

Other prominent individuals

References for endorsements of Michael Coteau

  1. ^ @coteau (2019-10-23). "Thanks, @Sheila_Copps" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z aa ab ac "Endorsements - Michael Coteau Ontario Liberal Leadership Campaign". michaelcoteau.com. Archived from the original on 2019-11-04. Retrieved 2019-09-13.
  3. ^ @coteau (2019-09-09). "I'm honoured to have the support of former Minister of Agriculture and Huron—Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell, one of our party's strongest and most experienced advocates for rural Ontario" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  4. ^ @coteau (2019-10-24). "This is a great honour. Thank you, Mr Nixon, for your support, wisdom and guidance" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  5. ^ @coteau (2019-06-25). "So delighted to have the support of the Liberal MP for Scarborough North, @Shaun_Chen!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  6. ^ @coteau (2019-06-26). "In other news, I'm thrilled to have the support of my good friend Adam Vaughan as we continue on this journey. Together, we're fighting to make sure every person in #Ontario can reach their full potential" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  7. ^ @coteau (2019-06-27). "I've been good friends with MP @GregFergus since we met when he was President of the @ylc_jlc. Your endorsement means a lot! Thank you" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  8. ^ @coteau (2019-11-16). "Michael has put front & centre the ideas of values, trust & specific measures to improve governance....He has a detailed plan for making change to restore faith in the party as well as provincial politics" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  9. ^ @coteau (2019-08-12). "Honoured to have the support of my good friend, and the former @liberal_party Minister of Transportation & MP for Don Valley East, David Collenette!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.

Steven Del Duca

Del Duca was endorsed by Michael Gravelle, the most senior member of caucus, and essentially the only caucus endorsement up for grab. He was also endorsed by the lion share of the fellow former MPPs who served in the McGuinty-Wynne era, and the lion share of the sitting federal MPs.

MPPs

Former MPPs

(Plus: Dong & Jaczek listed under current MPs, Mauro under current municipal officials)

MPs

Former federal parliamentarians

(Plus: Boudria listed under former MPPs, Mitchell listed under current municipal officials)

Municipal elected officials

Former municipal elected officials

Other notable endorsements

References for endorsements of Steven Del Duca

  1. ^ a b Kaufman, Ian (2020-01-07). "Mauro, Gravelle endorse Del Duca for Liberal leadership". Thunder Bay Newswatch. Thunder bay. Retrieved 2020-01-08.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h i "Friends of Steven Del Duca". Steven Del Duca for Ontario Liberal Leader. Archived from the original on February 1, 2020. Retrieved January 31, 2020.
  3. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Newmarket-Aurora, @ChrisSBallard. Chris was our Minister of the Environment and I'm grateful for his support" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  4. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Markham-Unionville, @Michael_KC_Chan, truly a wonderful champion for Markham and for all of Ontario! Thank you Michael" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  5. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Mississauga East-Cooksville, @DipikaDamerla. Dipika was our Minister for Seniors Affairs and it's great to see her back in action at City Hall in Mississauga" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  6. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Mississauga-Streetsville, @BobDelaneyPeel. Bob was a strong voice, for Streetsville, served as our Chief Government Whip. Bob, thanks for your support" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  7. ^ a b @StevenDelDuca (2019-07-04). "No one person will get be able to get Ontario back on track. It'll take a passionate, dedicated team from all walks of life and every corner of the province" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  8. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-02-14). "Working with Steven at Queen's Park, I got to know him as someone deeply committed to the Liberal cause and invested in doing everything he could to make even the tiniest difference in the lives of the people he represented" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  9. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Barrie, @AnnHoggarth4BI. Ann was a critical voice for Simcoe region and has always stood up for education. Together we'll reverse Ford's disastrous cuts to schools in Barrie and beyond. Thank you Ann" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  10. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Brampton-Springdale, Harinder Malhi. Harinder was our Minister for the Status of Women and is a fierce advocate for Brampton. Thank you for your support, Harinder" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  11. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Mississauga-Brampton South, @AmritMangat_. Amrit represented Peel region extremely well. She's someone you can rely on to fight hard for the things that matter. Thank you Amrit" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  12. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Richmond Hill, @rezamoridi. Reza was our Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities and Research, Innovation and Science. Reza, together we will bring back fairness to PSE in Ontario and make science a priority. Thank you for your support" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  13. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-02-06). "I had the pleasure to see Steven in action for a number of years at Queen's Park and as an MPP and Cabinet minister. At this critical juncture we need to rebuild and position the party to win the next elxn. This will require hard work and unwavering commitment" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  14. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-01-20). ""Steven has shown strength of character. He is a hard worker, dependable & resilient. He understands that a vibrant francophone community is necessary for a strong Ontario. For all those reasons and more I am proud to support Steven!"" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  15. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Glengarry-Prescott-Russell, @GrantCrack. Grant is incredibly hard-working and was a great voice for his community. Thank you Grant" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  16. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Kingston and the Islands, @SophieKiwala. Sophie has been working hard to rebuild @OntLiberal in Kingston, she's someone who understands we need grassroots support and organization to win in 2022. Thank you for your support, Sophie" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  17. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Peterborough, Jeff Leal. Jeff has been an extraordinary voice for rural Ontario and was our Minister of Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs. Jeff, thank you for being there for rural Ontario and thank you for standing with me" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  18. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Northumberland-Quinte West, @LouRinaldiNPS. Lou has been a longtime voice for his own community and all of rural Ontario. Lou, thank you for trusting me with your support" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  19. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Sudbury, Rick Bartolucci, who was Minister of Northern Development and Mines. It was great to be back in Sudbury last week to chat about the Fall Economic Statement and how it failed Northern Ontario. Rick, thank you for your help" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  20. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Every day more Ontarians join our team. Today, I'm pleased to announce the support of my friend @DavidOrazietti, a true voice for Northern Ontario. To date I've received the support of 23 former caucus members," (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  21. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-01-20). "I can say with certainty that Steven is the best choice for leader. His commitment to supporting PLAs and candidates to set them up for success and his comprehensive plan to reverse Doug Ford's cuts will bring ON back to a place we can be proud of once again" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  22. ^ a b @StevenDelDuca (2019-06-27). "I'm delighted to be joined by so many on this mission as we work together to defeat Doug Ford" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  23. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-02-05). ""I've been watching the @OntLiberal leadership race closely for the and I am confident that Steven is the best choice to make sure our party is healthy and competitive in every region of ON ahead of 2022. I encourage you to stand with me and support Steven."" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  24. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Last but not least, it's great to end the day with another friend who's joined the team, Khalil Ramal. Khalil is the 23rd former caucus member to endorse me and I'm very proud to have him on my team. He was an excellent voice for London-Fanshawe, Khalil, thank you!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  25. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-12-06). "It's wonderful to have the support of my friend Liz Sandals!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  26. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-01-23). "Why am I supporting Steven Del Duca? He's smart, hard-working, and passionate about serving Ontario — I have witnessed this first hand. As the next leader of the Ontario Liberals, Steven has a real plan to rebuild the province" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  27. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-08). "Great to have support from @DonnaCansfield! Thank-you for supporting me, my friend" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  28. ^ @DrEricHoskins (2020-02-18). "I am supporting Steven Del Duca for Ontario Liberal leader. Steven is a strong, progressive leader with a proven track record of working hard for Ontarians" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  29. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for York West, @MarioSergioMPP. Mario was our Minister Responsible for Seniors and a staunch advocate for North York. He saw the damage caused by Mike Harris first hand. Together, we will put a stop to Harris-Ford cuts, thank you for your support, Mario" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  30. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-12). "Our former member for Toronto Centre, @G_Smitherman. George was our Deputy Premier and his lengthy service to our party and province has been exemplary" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  31. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-01-11). "In working with Steven in my time as a municipal leader and now as an MP, I have gotten to know him as someone who was thoughtful, hard-working and willing to listen and learn from those around him. I can't think of better qualities to find in a leader than those" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  32. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-25). "Our campaign has been growing day by day. I'm proud to announce my 200th endorser is @HelenaJaczek. It's great to be supported by one of my former colleagues who is now doing important work in Ottawa" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  33. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-01-13). "The next leader of @OntLiberal needs to be willing to do the hard work it takes to rebuild a party from the grass roots. That leader needs to take the feedback from the grass roots - the people of Ontario - and build a vision that will unite and motivate Ontarians" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  34. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-18). "Our team in #Brampton is getting stronger. Thank you for joining our team @rubysahotalib!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  35. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-21). "Great to have the support of my friend @rsangharamesh. Together we'll build the movement to defeat Doug Ford in 2022" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  36. ^ @_DebSchulte (2019-08-21). "Happy to add my support to Steven Del Duca who really delivered for Ontario as Minister of Transportation" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  37. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-12-09). "Thank you @MSidhuLiberal for your support - Our team in Brampton just got stronger!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  38. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-02-03). ""Steven is one of the hardest working Liberals I have ever worked w/. Together, we'll defeat Doug Ford and elect Liberals in Brampton once again! His proven work ethic and dedication to rebuilding the Ontario Liberal Party will ensure success."" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  39. ^ a b @StevenDelDuca (2019-10-31). "Proud to share the support of my friends @LucasBorchenko, @BobbieDaid, @alanhomarkham & MP @gagansikand!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  40. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-02-13). "Steven has always been a tireless advocate for our city of Vaughan, York Region and the province of Ontario. Here in Vaughan, we can attribute Steven's advocacy to the 427 expansion, Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital and the new residential hospice" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  41. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-02-10). "I believe that Steven has the skills and experience that will enable him to hit the ground running immediately following the convention, and I'm very happy to support him enthusiastically" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  42. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-02). "Thrilled to have the support of my friend and re-elected MP for Glengarry—Prescott—Russell, @Francis_Drouin!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  43. ^ @StevenDelDuca (December 23, 2019). "Steven has a plan to make life better for people in all communities across the province like the one I'm proud to serve. As we rebuild our party, Steven is the leader who can get us back on track so we're election-ready in 2022" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  44. ^ a b @StevenDelDuca (2019-10-30). "Glad to count on the support of my friends Sam Bulte, Ahsanul Hafiz, Suman Roy and Nickel Belt's own @MarcSerreMP as I continue my campaign across Ontario" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  45. ^ a b @StevenDelDuca (2019-08-02). "Doug Ford has to go and a modernized, rebuilt OLP will get our province back on track. No one person will be able to do this alone!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  46. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-02-07). "I am delighted to be supporting Steven. I have seen, first-hand, how hard he's worked throughout this campaign. He has the drive and determination needed to rebuild the Party, and I know that his ideas will resonate in every region of ON" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  47. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-12-06). "Excited to have @TimLouisKitCon on our team, thank you!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  48. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-12-07). "Thank you for your support @_BryanMay! Our team in Southwestern Ontario just got stronger. Wonderful to have you onboard" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  49. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-23). "Proud to have the support of my friend @RajSaini4KitCen. Together we'll paint KW red again and elect a progressive provincial government" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  50. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-26). "Great to have @j_maloney on the team - thank you James. We have a lot of work to do in Etobicoke and I can't wait until we've painted Etobicoke Lakeshore, Centre and North red again!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  51. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-12-10). "Great to have @JudySgroMP on the team! Thank you for your support, Judy. Our campaign gets stronger by the day" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  52. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-01-26). "I am happy to support Steven for leader. He is a proven leader and has the experience we need to rebuild the party into one that is ready to defeat Doug Ford in the next election. I am excited to join his team and hope you will too" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  53. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-12-17). "Every day we're adding new supporters to the team - today it's Colleen Beaumier the former MP for Brampton West! It's humbling to have the support of many parliamentarians and former parliamentarians" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  54. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-01-31). ""Steven's commitment to re-connecting with Liberals across the province proves his commitment to listening to the grassroots of our party.. He is the right choice to lead the Ontario Liberal Party and I am proud to stand with him." - @MikeBossio" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  55. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-02-04). ""Steven's progressive bold ideas, his dedication to rebuilding the Ontario Liberal Party and his commitment to reconnecting with Liberals in every corner of the province is exactly what OLP needs to be in the best position to fight Doug Ford in 2022."" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  56. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-01-18). "Steven's commitment to engaging with the grassroots of @OntLiberal will ensure that the programs he puts forward will be in the best interest of all Ontarians and will create a strong, progressive Ontario we can all be proud of. I stand with Steven" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  57. ^ @AllanMRock (2019-09-05). "Steven knows we are in the fight of our lives. I am proud to be his 150th endorser" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  58. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2020-01-15). "Rebuilding a party is no easy feat. It takes grit, courage and a determination to succeed. Steven Del Duca will become a leader who can bring us back to victory. I am proud to lend him my support and look forward to helping him defeat Doug Ford in 2022" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  59. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-25). "Wonderful to have the support of my friend @rorynisan - a strong voice for Burlington. Rory thank you for all your help so far, it's been wonderful to meet people from across the riding with you" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  60. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-12-05). ""Great to have Lisa-Marie Wilson on our team! Lisa, thank you for your support, it's great to have so many strong voices from Barrie on our team."" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  61. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-12-16). ""Je suis heureux d'offrir mon soutien à Steven Del Duca. Je suis convaincu qu'il écoutera les perspectives uniques de la francophonie en Ontario et sera un bon représentant pour tous les habitants de la province. Je suis fier de travailler avec lui pour reconstruire @OntLiberal."" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  62. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-12-13). "Great to have the support of Denis Doyle, Mayor of Frontenac Islands! Yesterday, I unveiled Phase 1 of my plan for urban renewal. We need to give municipalities the tools & resources they need" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  63. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-12-11). "Wonderful to announce the support of Kingston Councillor @WayneHill_YGK! Wayne - thank you. I know together we will paint Kingston and the Islands red again and deliver real support and powers for municipalities" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  64. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-05). "I have always admired his work ethic, drive, passion and dedication to the people of Ontario and to the Ontario Liberal Party and I am proud to support his leadership bid" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  65. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-12-16). ""Steven is going to be a great leader of the Ontario Liberal Party. He has the experience and will get the party back on track so we have the money, the people and the plan ready to win the next Ontario election."" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  66. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-11-28). "Great to have @jontsao on the team! Thanks for your support Jonathan. I know that working together we'll rebuild our party in every corner of Toronto" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  67. ^ @tylerbanham (2019-06-08). "Proud to be part of the #OLPRebuild with my friend @StevenDelDuca. Lots of energy & hope at the #OLP AGM in Mississauga. Over a thousand Grits are working hard to make @fordnation's 1st term, his last term. Looking forward to campaigning for Steven for #OLP Leader! #onpoli" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  68. ^ Steve Paikin (2019-12-09). "The big endorsement, Part 4: Steven Del Duca". TVO Politics.
  69. ^ @StevenDelDuca (2019-12-09). "Great to have Geoff Carpenter on the team! Have a look at who else is fighting with us by visiting http://stevendelduca.ca/endorsements" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  70. ^ Star Editorial Board (21 February 2020). "Steven Del Duca is the best choice for Ontario Liberals". Toronto Star. Retrieved 23 November 2023.

Kate Graham

Graham was backed by seven former MPPs, five of them former cabinet members. Her most prominent backers were her political mentor, former deputy premier Deb Matthews, and the former party leader Lyn MacLeod. She was also endorsed by Ted McMeekin, the leading left-winger in the McGuinty and Wynne ministries.

Former MPPs (7)

MPs (1)

Municipal elected officials

Former municipal elected officials

Other prominent individuals

References for endorsements of Kate Graham

  1. ^ a b Jeffords, Shawn (2019-09-07), "Kate Graham enters Liberal leadership race", National Post
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h Kate Graham Makes First Ontario Liberal Party Leadership Rally stop in Southwestern Ontario, Confirms 20 Local Endorsements, 2019-10-29, archived from the original on October 31, 2019, retrieved October 31, 2019
  3. ^ @KateMarieGraham (2019-11-15). "An honour to announce the endorsement of @shelleycarroll today. I'm humbled and grateful to have the support of a leader I admire so much!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.

Brenda Hollingsworth

Hollingsworth did not release any endorsement.

Mitzie Hunter

Hunter was backed by two former MPPs, her local MP, and two former MPs. The endorsement of future Timmins mayor Michelle Boileau was of unique significance due to the contest's weighted system and the absence of competing network said region.

Former MPPs (2)

MPs

Former federal parliamentarians

Municipal elected officials

Former municipal elected officials

References for endorsements of Mitzie Hunter

  1. ^ @MitzieHunter (2019-12-15). ""The people of Ontario need change and our Provincial Party needs to change. Mitzie Hunter is the clear choice for me."" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  2. ^ @MitzieHunter (2020-01-25). "Phil McNeely, MPP for Ottawa—Orléans (2003–2014) was part of the Liberal caucus when I was first elected in 2013. I am honoured to have his support as I seek the leadership of the @OntLiberal party" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  3. ^ @MitzieHunter (2019-11-22). "Grateful to have the support of my friend the Hon. @JohnMcKayLib, MP for Scarborough–Guildwood, on my bid to become the next leader of the Ontario Liberal Party. #StrongLeaderStrongerFuture" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  4. ^ @MitzieHunter (2019-11-11). "Thank you to the Hon. @JeanAugustine07 for endorsing my bid to become the next leader of the Ontario Liberal Party!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  5. ^ @iamcelinacc (2020-02-05). "Seeing her signature on my daughter's high school diploma as Minister of Education was powerful. We don't always agree, but we will always be sisters. Wishing @MitzieHunter all the best as she runs for #olpldr #onpoli. Vote this weekend" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  6. ^ a b c d e Mitzie Hunter–Endorsements
  7. ^ @MitzieHunter (2019-11-14). "Grateful to have the support of @amgillis27, a former Councilor to the City of Sarnia/ County of Lambton, for my bid to become the next leader of the Ontario Liberal Party" (Tweet) – via Twitter.

Alvin Tedjo

Tedjo was endorsed by Walt Elliot, former MPP for the seat which Tedjo contested in the 2018 election, and conservative senator Hugh Segal, who was not eligible to vote in the contest.

References for endorsements of Alvin Tedjo

  1. ^ @AlvinTedjo (July 28, 2019). "Walt Elliot, fmr MPP for Halton has been a champion for education in Ontario his entire career. Walt is a former ed…" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  2. ^ @AlvinTedjo (October 31, 2019). ""Alvin brings the kind of intellect, lazer focus on society's real social & economic needs, &, above all, political…" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  3. ^ @AlvinTedjo (2019-11-01). ""Alvin's really open, respectful, responsible, and smart, candidate for liberal leadership. If Liberals want to reach out past the Liberal base, somebody like Alvin has my support." – @MarcLaferriere, Brant Councillor" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  4. ^ https://www.facebook.com/TeamTedjo/photos/a.579352105936631/579943179210857/?type=3&theater
  5. ^ @AlvinTedjo (2019-11-11). ""Progressive voters are ready for a govt that is focused on policies that protect our envt, support education & health, & work towards building an inclusive province. I believe @AlvinTedjo 's vision will provide the leadership we need at this crucial time."– @JanetGasparini" (Tweet) – via Twitter.

Notes

  1. ^ Endorsements from municipal elected officials and some other prominent individuals are listed below. They were not tallied as the diversity in types of offices and in sizes of electorate make a simple count of limited value.
  2. ^ Former MPs unlike the other three categories were not automatic delegates, but as an easily distinguishable group was often cited by press.
  3. ^ Endorsement from a MP representing an electoral district in Quebec was not included in the tally.
  4. ^ Endorsement from Conservative senator Hugh Segal was excluded.
  5. ^ a b later elected as a Progressive Conservative MPP
  6. ^ Passed away two weeks prior to convention
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