Patty Hajdu
Minister of Jobs and Families
Liberal
Top Donors
Political contributions received
| Date | Donor | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-04 | Patty Hajdu | $5000.00 |
Government Contracts
Contracts awarded to entities linked to this member, as identified through disclosed holdings and lobbying activity
| Organization | Contracts | Total Value |
|---|---|---|
| March of Dimes Canada | 17 | $312,516.81 |
| PAL | 2 | $150,284.48 |
| University of Victoria | 3 | $75,537.50 |
| Canadian Association of University Teachers | 1 | $15,000.00 |
Lobbying Activity
Organizations that have lobbied this member, sorted by frequency
Recent Mentions
Updated 2026-05-17Recent news, social media, and press mentions
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.
View source →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.
View source →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.
View source →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.
View source →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.
View source →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.
View source →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.
View source →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.
View source →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.
View source →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
3-705 Red River road Thunder Bay, Ontario P7B 1J3