Dalton McGuinty

Politician and 24th Premier of Ontario

Dalton McGuinty - Politician and 24th Premier of Ontario
Born

July 19th, 1955
69 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Canada

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Served as the 24th Premier of Ontario from 2003 to 2013. Initiated a significant expansion of public education in Ontario, increasing funding and reducing class sizes. Implemented policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to environmental policy reforms. Led the Liberal Party to three consecutive elections, holding a majority government for two terms.

Served as Premier of Ontario from 2003 to 2013

Increased funding for public education

Implemented environmental policy reforms

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