Jessica Bell MPP, University–Rosedale

Government of Ontario

News & Events

December 8, 2025

Here's what you need to know about the Auditor General's report

  On December 2nd 2025 the Auditor General released her annual report investigating government departments and provincially- regulated sectors and agencies. Her report was damning. This is what yo... More
December 1, 2025

The corruption is clear: My take on the SDF hearings

Today, I questioned Ministry staff about the controversial Skills Development Fund. The fund is supposed to be a $2.5 billion program that gives funding to companies, unions, and non-profits to pr... More
November 29, 2025

November 29 - Update

Dear neighbour, On Monday, November 24, Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles filed an ethics complaint with the Integrity Commissioner asking for a formal investigation into Labour Minister David Picc... More
November 28, 2025

"Is Ontario Still a Democracy?": A Panel Discussion

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November 28, 2025

Why are the Conservatives not moving ahead with important condo consumer protection rules?

No first-time homeowner wants the horror of turning the key to their front door for the first time and discovering they have bought a condominium that is far more expensive to maintain, smaller, an... More
November 21, 2025

November 21, 2025 - Update

Dear Neighbour, While it’s been a hard week in the legislature, with the passage of bills that hurt renters and our public school system, I’m going to start with some good news.  On Thursday, No... More
November 21, 2025

Public Sign-On Letter - Restore and Sustain Funding for Heydon Park Secondary School

SIGN-ON HERE Dear Minister Calandra, Director La Touche, and Supervisor Gupta,  We are writing to you to demand restored and sustained funding for Heydon Park Secondary School located in the ri... More
November 20, 2025

Bill 60 Townhall follow up – Resources and Next Steps - 2025 November 17

Thank you very much for attending our Bill 60 townhall on November 18 or for signing our petition on Bill 60. You can watch the recording of the townhall here.   A special thank you goes to our exc... More
November 18, 2025

Fix Ontario’s flawed Freedom of Information laws.

Freedom-of-information (FOI) laws give people the right to obtain records from public institutions, especially the government. That’s our information. These laws exist in every jurisdiction in Can... More
November 12, 2025

OPINION: A troubling pattern is emerging.

Dear neighbour, We are witnessing the terrifying rise of fascism in the United States, where President Trump defies Congressional votes, ignores court rulings, and directs law enforcement against ... More
November 10, 2025

Bill 60 Townhall - November 17

If you missed the townhall, don’t worry! You can catch up and watch the recording here.   Join our Bill 60 Townhall on Monday, November 17, from 7:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. This bill threatens our comm... More
November 8, 2025

Voices of Change: 2025 University-Rosedale speech competition

I’m excited to spotlight our 2025 Voices of Change Speech Competition, for University-Rosedale students in TDSB and TCDSB English-language schools in Grades 5, 6, 7, and 8. This competition invite... More
November 6, 2025

Fall Economic Statement: Why it matters and what you should know

Last Thursday morning, myself, NDP Leader Marit Stiles and MPP Chris Glover (Spadina-Fort York) visited the Fort York Food Bank on College St.  The Fort York Food Bank is now one of the busiest fo... More
October 31, 2025

We grilled the government on its failing opioid strategy. Here’s what we learned.

On Monday I attended a hearing to ask the government staff tough questions about the Conservative Governments failing opioid strategies. These hearings are part of the Auditor General and the Onta... More
October 28, 2025

Seniors Townhall - Nov 14

  When: Friday November 14 at 12PM Where: Trinity-St. Paul’s United Church (427 Bloor St W) Many older adults want to stay in their homes and communities as they age. Join our Seniors Townhall... More
October 25, 2025

October 24, 2025 - Update

Dear neighbour, We returned to the legislature this week, and the top issue was the Conservative government’s use of the controversial Skills Development Fund. The $2.5 billion skills training pr... More
October 23, 2025

Financial report shows Conservatives have Ontario on a grim path of cuts to health and education

Today, the Financial Accountability Office of Ontario released a bombshell report that gave us a grim snapshot of Ontario’s future. The report confirms that the Ford government’s 2025 budget does n... More
October 7, 2025

Rally to Ban AGIs!

  On Thursday October 16 at 12 PM,  join me, MPP Catherine McKenney, Alex Venuto from Ontario Renters for Fair Housing, and tenant advocates at 20 Prince Arthur Ave to demand a ban on Above Guidel... More
October 6, 2025

October 6, 2025 - Update

Dear neighbour, Last week, Ontario’s Auditor General Shelley Spence released four major reports — on Skills Development, Climate, Childcare, and Housing. I attended the media briefing and was str... More
October 2, 2025

Has the Auditor General just uncovered Ford's next Greenbelt scandal?

Ontario’s Auditor General, Shelley Spence, has a vital job in holding the public service to account. Her office investigates government departments, agencies and organizations to see if they’re ef... More
October 2, 2025

Join our End of Year Party 2025!

You’re invited to our End of Year Party! Please click here to RSVP 6:00pm-8:00pm, Wednesday December 17th Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Ave, Toronto, ON M5S 2M7 Food and non-alcohol drinks will be... More
October 2, 2025

September 26 Update

Dear neighbour, There are many things I treasure about our public school system, from seeing kids make lifelong friends, to marveling at our children learning to read, write, and play sport. At t... More
September 22, 2025

Presenting our 2025 Seniors Guide

University—Rosedale is home to many seniors who help make our community strong, vibrant, and full of life. As your MPP, I’ve had the chance to meet many of you at community events, tenant meetings... More
September 17, 2025

Healthcare Privatization in Ontario: How to Spot It and Advocate for Your Rights

We are seeing a rise in private-for-profit clinics that push extra charges on patients and pursue profit over patient care. It is a violation of the Ontario’s Commitment to the Future of Medicare A... More
September 5, 2025

September 5, 2025 - Update

Dear neighbour,  A group promoting mass deportations and anti-immigrant hate is planning a rally at Christie Pits Park on Saturday, September 13. This kind of event is dangerous. It targets peopl... More
September 5, 2025

Will new affordability, density rules fix one of the world's most expensive housing markets?

In August, the new Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Robert Flack, approved changes to encourage the construction of more apartments and condos near transit stations, and require new devel... More
August 25, 2025

Join our Healthcare Virtual Townhall - September 17

  When: Wednesday September 17 at 7PM Where: Zoom (RSVP for Link) RSVP for the link here. Ontario’s healthcare system is designed to provide service based on need, not on the ability to pa... More
August 20, 2025

Recap: Renters Social

This week, people from across our city came together at our Renter Social to share and strategize.  It was wonderful to be joined by activists and stakeholders from the Federation of Metro Tenants... More
August 18, 2025

U.S. companies shouldn’t get $140m Ontario contracts during a trade war

I was shocked to recently learn that a U.S. company received a $140m public contract earlier in 2025, to build part of the Peter Giligan Mississauga Hospital and Shah Family Hospital for Women and... More
August 18, 2025

August 18, 2025 - Update

Dear neighbour, This morning, I travelled to Pearson Airport to walk with striking Air Canada flight attendants on the picket line. The mood was energizing and raucous. We are in for a fight. Fli... More