The Honourable Patty Hajdu, MP

Minister of Indigenous Services

Represents the riding of Thunder Bay—Superior North

The Honourable Patty Hajdu was first elected as the Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Superior North in 2015. She has previously served as Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, as Minister of Health, as Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, and as Minister of Status of Women.

Minister Hajdu is a strong advocate for women’s rights, youth employment, and affordable housing. During her time in Cabinet, she has led important initiatives, including the launch of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, the establishment of a National Strategy to End Gender-based Violence, the establishment of pay equity legislation for federal workers, and the creation of legislation to protect them from harassment and violence in the workplace. She also played an important role in Canada’s efforts throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and, most recently, helped reach a historic agreement-in-principle for the compensation of Indigenous children harmed by inequities in the child welfare system.

Before entering politics, Minister Hajdu was the Executive Director of Shelter House Thunder Bay and a co-author of the Thunder Bay Drug Strategy. She also previously worked in public health and focused on drug policy, youth development, and homelessness.

Minister Hajdu is a compassionate advocate for Thunder Bay—Superior North and all of Canada, believing that a more inclusive country benefits everyone. As Member of Parliament, she remains firmly focused on ensuring every Canadian has a fair shot at success.

Minister Hajdu is a graduate of Lakehead University and earned a Master’s degree in Public Administration from the University of Victoria.