January 26, OTTAWA — Yesterday, Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for Kitchener Centre, Laura Mae Lindo announced her decision to resign her seat in the Ontario legislature as of June, 2023. The MPP’s reason for her resignation is one that too many women across all sectors face. It reminds us that our legislative houses are also places where women and diverse people face systemic barriers. “For centuries, we’ve been governed by institutions that were designed by men,” states Chi Nguyen, Executive Director of Equal Voice. “It is time for systemic change that breaks down the barriers for these capable, talented…
