Legislative Assistant

Ontario NDP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,921 - 86,681; Full time

Job summary

Ontario NDP is seeking a Legislative Assistant to support MPP Guy Bourgouin in Mushkegowuk-James Bay, at Queen’s Park in Toronto. The role spans case work, constituent outreach, research, and policy tracking, with duties in PR, administration and advisory tasks.

This full-time 32-hour position is temporary until May 2027, offering leave-coverage duties. Salary is around CAD 78,801.66 per year; deadline to apply is July 24, 2026.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the NDP and labour movement and of Ontario government and public affairs.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Equity and Diversity frameworks and considerations in the role.
• Excellent communication and writing skills in English (and French preferred).
• Proficiency in speaking and writing in English and French.
• Social media and editing skills are assets.
• Ability to work with the public and stakeholders.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and under pressure.
• Experience in the Labour movement or NDP campaigns would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Public Relations: Contact constituents and public; handle inquiries and case work; liaise with senior government personnel and media.
• Administration: Administering the Member's office at Queen’s Park and handling correspondence.
• Advisory/Research: Track legislation; stay informed on NDP policy; conduct specialized research; assist at hearings as needed.

Skills

NDP knowledge

Equity & Diversity

Civic/policy knowledge

Communication skills

Bilingual English/French

Social media skills

Public engagement

Ability to work under pressure

Research ability

Labour movement experience

Job description

Job: Legislative Assistant

Status: Full-time (32 hours/week), Temporary (until May 2027)

Department/Location: MPP Guy Bourgouin, Mushkegowuk-James Bay (Queen’s Park)

Salary: $78,801.66 per year

Application Deadline: July 24, 2026

Vacancy Status: Leave Coverage

Objectives: To assist the MPP with their political and legislative duties

Responsible to the Member for:

Public Relations

• Contacting Constituents and general public, by telephone, writing and in person.
• Dealing with enquiries and solving problems (case work) which come directly to Queen's Park, or which have to be referred from the constituency office for follow up.
• Contacting senior government personnel, professional people, officials from outside organizations, local government, the media, etc.

Administration

• Administering Member's office at Queen's Park and correspondence emanating from that office

Advisory/Research Duties

• Keeping track of legislation and proceedings of legislature
• Keeping informed of NDP policy and the Caucus' position on topics of current interest, and concern.
• Performing specialized research
• Making enquiries and collecting information in connection with Member's legislative responsibilities and particular community interest and problems.
• Deputizing as required for Member at appeal hearings (WSIB, EI, etc.), at meetings which he or she is unable to attend (take notes or participate).

Qualifications

• Knowledge appropriate to the position of the NDP and/or Canadian Labour movement and of the Ontario Government and public affairs
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Equity and Diversity frameworks and considerations and as it applies to the duties of the position
• Demonstrated knowledge, familiarity and understanding of the riding and MPPs critic portfolio
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Proficiency in speaking and writing in English and French
• Social Media and editing skills is an asset
• Ability to work with the public and stakeholders
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to do general research.
• Experience in the Labour movement or NDP organization and election campaigns would be an asset.

The NDP Caucus is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.