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Patty Hajdu

Minister of Jobs and Families

Liberal

ConstituencyThunder Bay—Superior NorthProvinceONTitleMP
Pension Eligible

Top Donors

Political contributions received

DateDonorAmount
2025-04-04Patty Hajdu$5000.00

Government Contracts

Contracts awarded to entities linked to this member, as identified through disclosed holdings and lobbying activity

OrganizationContractsTotal Value
University of Victoria4$2,895,747.72
March of Dimes Canada25$478,904.59
PAL2$150,284.48
Canadore College1$20,010.38
Canadian Association of University Teachers1$15,000.00

Lobbying Activity

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Recent Mentions

Updated 2026-07-12

Recent news, social media, and press mentions

press release2026-07-12

Solving Canada's housing crisis means cutting costs, reducing red tape, and building faster

Patty Hajdu advocated for solutions to Canada's housing crisis by cutting costs, reducing red tape, and accelerating construction, noting Thunder Bay's endorsement of these municipal efforts.

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news2026-07-03

VIDEO: Hajdu: Canada has shown resilience over the past year

Minister Patty Hajdu celebrated Canada Day, highlighting the nation's resilience over the past year and emphasizing the importance of building Canada strong for future challenges.

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press release2026-07-06

Patty Hajdu orders probe into allegations of unpaid work in Canadian airline sector

Federal Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu announced a probe into allegations of unpaid work in the Canadian airline sector, particularly targeting 'Drivers Inc.' style exploitation, with the investigation expected to conclude by December.

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news2026-07-12

Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu highlights increase in Support for youth employment and skills training

At a news conference at the University of Ottawa, Patty Hajdu highlighted the creation of 175,000 youth employment and skills-training opportunities, part of a $635 million investment from Budget 2025.

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news2026-06-13

Patty Hajdu announces $26.1 million for Northern Ontario economic development

Minister Patty Hajdu, responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, announced $26.1 million in funding to support local businesses and workers. The initiative aims to strengthen economic resilience and sovereignty in the region amid external pressures.

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other2026-06-14

Patty Hajdu emphasizes economic safeguards amid US tariff concerns

Patty Hajdu reiterated Canada's stance on protecting its economy and sovereignty in the face of potential US tariffs. She underscored the importance of national unity and the government's proactive measures to defend Canadian interests.

other2026-06-14

Patty Hajdu speaks at Jobs Minister press conference on youth employment

Minister Patty Hajdu delivered a statement at a press conference highlighting federal efforts to support youth employment and skills training. The event included remarks from Liberal MPs and featured testimonials from young Canadians who benefited from the programs.

news2026-05-22

Patty Hajdu met with union leaders and Confederation College officials to discuss skilled trades.

A Thunder Bay news report says Hajdu met with union leaders and Confederation College officials to discuss skilled trades. The item focuses on workforce training and local education partnerships.

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news2026-05-25

A local report said Hajdu highlighted skilled trades in a spring fiscal update.

The report says Hajdu emphasized skilled trades in connection with the spring fiscal update. It notes that apprentices across Canada will receive greater financial security, though the excerpt does not include full policy details.

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news2026-05-31

Conservatives questioned Patty Hajdu at a committee meeting on jobs and families.

A live video result shows Conservatives questioning Hajdu at a committee on jobs and families. The available result does not provide the full context of the exchange, only that the committee hearing involved her.

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news2026-05-31

A video claimed Patty Hajdu doubled down on contested claims about ending an airline strike.

The video result alleges Hajdu repeated false claims to justify ending an airline strike. Because the available snippet is a commentary-style headline, the underlying facts are not fully verifiable from the result alone.

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news2026-04-30

Patty Hajdu discusses a $5.9-billion skilled workers strategy on CTV News.

CTV News published an interview with Minister Patty Hajdu about the government's goal to recruit, train, and hire 100,000 new skilled trades workers. The segment frames the plan as part of a broader skilled workers strategy and focuses on jobs and family policy.

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other2026-02-26

House committee debate references Patty Hajdu in discussion of seniors' benefits and processing issues.

House of Commons committee evidence shows members discussing a request for Patty Hajdu to appear regarding concerns about Cúram software, old age security claims, and cost overruns. In the same meeting, Hajdu responded to questions about affordability measures and the government's focus on helping families.

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news2026-04-13

Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu highlights the creation of 175,000 youth employment and skills‑training opportunities.

Speaking at the University of Ottawa, Hajdu announced 175,000 new youth employment and skills‑training placements across Canada, including internships and wage subsidies.

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news2024-07-08

Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu faces pressure to resolve allegations of unpaid work in the airline sector.

National Observer reports that Hajdu’s department is seeking further information from air carriers and unions as it investigates claims of unpaid labour practices.

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news2026-05-05

Minister Patty Hajdu comments on medical assistance in dying and related legislative issues.

In a recent press event on Parliament Hill, Hajdu and other ministers spoke about the federal stance on MAID expansion and associated policy concerns.

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news2026-04-26

Federal Jobs and Families Minister Patty Hajdu discusses the federal government’s ongoing investments to address youth unemployment.

In a recent CTV News segment, Minister Patty Hajdu outlines how new federal programs are creating opportunities for young Canadians entering the workforce.

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news2026-04-29

Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu urges students to pursue careers in the skilled trades.

In a Global News segment, Hajdu emphasizes that thousands of skilled‑trade jobs will open in the coming years, describing them as essential for Canada’s economic growth.

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youtube2026-04-15

Minister Patty Hajdu comments on Liberal caucus mood and party unity during weekly meeting on Parliament Hill.

Prime Minister Mark Carney and ministers, including Patty Hajdu, spoke to reporters after the Liberal caucus meeting. Hajdu, as Minister of Jobs and Families, addressed the positive atmosphere in the caucus alongside newly elected MPs. She also mentioned the Finnish population in Thunder Bay.

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news2026-04-18

Patty Hajdu states Canadians are united in response to looming US tariffs.

Thunder Bay-Superior North MP Patty Hajdu expressed pride in Canadians' responses to economic threats from the US. She emphasized that Canada will continue to protect its economy and sovereignty amid the tariff war. Hajdu noted that no Canadian wanted this situation.

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Public Disclosures

Financial and ethics disclosures filed with the registry

Gifts

Gift (Act) Received 2025/03/05

Nature

A quilted Star Blanket, a gold coloured shovel with stand and a hard hat.

Source

Chief Sherry Ackabee and Council members

Circumstances

Blanket received during a meeting with Chief and Council before the groundbreaking ceremony and a shovel and hard hat for the groundbreaking ceremony at the Grassy Narrows First Nation, Ontario.

Gift (Act) Received 2025/09/24

Nature

Two tickets to the 42nd Induction Dinner & Ceremonies of the Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame, Thunder Bay, Ontario

Source

Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame

Circumstances

I provided greetings as Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay-Superior North

Gift (Code) Received 2025/09/24

Nature

Two tickets to the 42nd Induction Dinner & Ceremonies of the Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame, Thunder Bay, Ontario

Source

Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame

Circumstances

I provided greetings as Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay-Superior North

Liabilities

Mortgage jointly held with spouse with Copperfin Credit Union

Co-signor of a mortgage with Royal Bank of Canada

Recusal

In the exercise of my official duties as Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, I recused myself on January 22, 2024 from participating in any discussion or decision regarding the nomination process of Stephen Wojciechowski to be a judge of the Superior Court of Justice in Ontario in order to avoid any appearance of preferential treatment or any opportunity to further the private interest of my friend.

Spouse's/Common-Law Partner's activities

Vice-Chair of the Thunder Bay–Superior North electoral district association of the Liberal Party of Canada

Vice Chair of the Thunder Bay - Superior North electoral district association of the Ontario Liberal Party

Board Member, the Floral Beach Campers Association

Summary Statement

Obligation to provide a confidential report has been met and all initial reporting and compliance measures have been taken to comply with the Conflict of Interest Act.

Contact Information

Constituency Office Address

3-705 Red River road Thunder Bay, Ontario P7B 1J3

Email

patty.hajdu@parl.gc.ca

Website

http://pattyhajdu.libparl.ca

Phone

807-766-2090

Fax

807-766-2094