Minister Mendicino is a proud resident of Toronto and a
passionate advocate for his community. During his first term, he
championed local investments in public transit and in affordable
housing and supported youth-driven programs aimed at creating
more employment opportunities and safe spaces.

Before entering politics, Minister Mendicino served as a federal
prosecutor for nearly 10 years, helping to fight against organized
crime and bring terrorists—including members of the “Toronto
18”—to justice. He also worked at the Law Society of Ontario, was
elected President of the Association of Justice Counsel and taught
trial advocacy as an Adjunct Professor at Osgoode Hall Law
School.

The son of an immigrant family, Minister Mendicino has a long
track record of community activism in Eglinton—Lawrence. He has
sat on numerous boards, volunteering at John Wanless Public
School, COSTI Immigrant Services, Toronto Symphony Volunteer
Committee, North Toronto Soccer Club, and Heart & Stroke
Canada.

Minister Mendicino lives in Toronto with his wife and children.