We brought a whole new generation of young people into politics, so I’m pleased about that,” the 28-year-old said.“I send congratulations to Mr. Parsa and wish him well.”Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill MPP-elect Michael Parsa coasted to an easy victory in the new created riding, capturing 56 per cent of the vote.With the song Eye of the Tiger playing in the background, the PC candidate greeted dozens of cheering supporters at Aurora’s Aw Shucks restaurant.Saying he immigrated from Iran at about the age of seven, Parsa said he is thrilled to have won the voters’ support.“Never in my wildest dreams did I think a young immigrant to Canada would one day have the opportunity to run for office and be elected,” he said.“You have given every young immigrant that is in this room a chance to say ,‘I can do it, I can make it.’ Canada will allow every single one of us to live the dream.”While many of his supporters throughout the night cheered as TV results showed the Liberals and Premier Kathleen Wynne floundering, Parsa urged his supporters to praise candidates from other parties for running.He also stressed he represents all residents of the riding, saying he will work hard to win over voters who didn’t cast their ballot for him.“Now the journey begins. Member, Standing Committee on Estimates. Statement from Ontario PC Leader Patrick Brown Celebrating the Birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. The party said, ‘Stay out of these debates’,” he said.At the time, Parsa’s team had said he wouldn’t participate in the all-candidates’ meeting due to a scheduling conflict. We brought a whole new generation of young people into politics, so I’m pleased about that,” the 28-year-old said.“I send congratulations to Mr. Parsa and wish him well.” A former Liberal MPP who served as a cabinet minister under premier Kathleen Wynne says he is supporting several federal Liberal candidates in the Toronto area but will vote for the Conservative candidate in his home riding of Richmond Hill.Reza Moridi held the provincial seat of Richmond Hill from 2011 until 2018 when he was defeated by PC candidate Daisy Wai. Investing in young people is key to ensuring Canada’s prosperity!
Skip to main content Main navigation . Author of the article: Brian Lilley. Aquí nos gustaría mostrarte una descripción, pero el sitio web que estás mirando no lo permite. Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill MPP-elect Michael Parsa coasted to an easy victory in the new created riding, capturing 56 per cent of the vote.With the song Eye of the Tiger playing in the background, the PC candidate greeted dozens of cheering supporters at Aurora’s Aw Shucks restaurant.Saying he immigrated from Iran at about the age of seven, Parsa said he is thrilled to have won the voters’ support.“Never in my wildest dreams did I think a young immigrant to Canada would one day have the opportunity to run for office and be elected,” he said.“You have given every young immigrant that is in this room a chance to say ,‘I can do it, I can make it.’ Canada will allow every single one of us to live the dream.”While many of his supporters throughout the night cheered as TV results showed the Liberals and Premier Kathleen Wynne floundering, Parsa urged his supporters to praise candidates from other parties for running.He also stressed he represents all residents of the riding, saying he will work hard to win over voters who didn’t cast their ballot for him.“Now the journey begins. Connecting with Richmond Hill. STAY CONNECTED WITH THE Richmond Hill PC RIDING ASSOCIATION. “This is a great night for us and we’re going to celebrate for a while.”Murray believes Parsa may be in line for a cabinet post.When asked if Parsa will be a visible MPP, given the fact he didn’t participate in the riding’s only public all-candidates’ meeting, Murray said direction not to take part came from the party.“That was more a party thing than Michael. If you need help or are seeking information on provincial matters, please don't hesitate to call the office at 905-884-8080.