Erin Horvath chosen to be the NDP candidate in Parry Sound-Muskoka

HUNTSVILLE — New Democrats in Parry Sound-Muskoka have nominated social entrepreneur and community development innovator Erin Horvath as their Ontario NDP candidate again for the 2022 provincial election. Horvath currently works with communities to create social enterprises — like The Hub Muskoka, an award-winning co-working centre in Huntsville — and to co-create innovative educational programs, address social and economic issues through strength-based community planning, and to work to address climate change and other environmental issues through various national level initiatives.

Quotes

NDP Deputy Leader John Vanthof
“New Democrats are lucky to have Erin running with us again. She brings a lot to the team, having extensive experience working collaboratively with groups ranging from communities and non-profits to First Nations and industry. These talents will make Erin a superb advocate for Parry Sound-Muskoka families — and an important part of an NDP government that’s focused on helping seniors stay in their homes for longer, building a stronger health care system, and protecting our air and water.”

Erin Horvath, NDP candidate for Parry Sound-Muskoka
“While the pandemic has shone a spotlight on the cracks in our health care, education and social services, it has also shown the strengths of community and what is possible when people come together. I’m running for the New Democrats again because I know they share my enthusiasm for supporting small and medium sized businesses, public ownership of healthcare, power, and other shared essential services, investment in schools, and for tackling the climate crisis from a place of deep recognition of Indigenous sovereignty. I am proud to be a part of a party that is committed to diversity in its candidates and feel this speaks volumes to the aspiration of ensuring all people's voices are heard and respected.”

Biography

• Horvath is a seasoned social entrepreneur and community development champion
• Horvath's enterprises include The Hub Muskoka, an award-winning co-working centre in Huntsville
• Horvath is completing her PhD with a focus on ethics and social entrepreneurship
• In her free time, Horvath loves spending time at her home in Huntsville with her teenage sons, family and friends enjoying nature, gardening, teaching dance, making music, and writing