Kathleen Wynne

Kathleen Wynne is the 25th premier of Ontario and a former member of provincial parliament known for her political career.

Political Figure

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Kathleen Wynne, a Canadian politician, held the position of the 25th Premier of Ontario between 2013 and 2018, making her the first woman to hold this role. During her tenure, she implemented significant education reforms, introduced a cap-and-trade system to lower carbon emissions, increased funding for mental health services, and invested in public infrastructure projects. Prior to her time as Premier, Wynne served as both Minister of Education and Minister of Transportation. She is also known for her active presence on social media, particularly Facebook, where she has amassed a large following. Additionally, Wynne was a member of the provincial parliament from 2003 to 2022.