Heavenly Father, we thank you for Jessica Bell. We thank you for her passion toward issues of equity and social justice. We ask you to bless her as she stands up for those who find it difficult to have a voice in these issues. Please give great favour to Jessica as she serves the people of University—Rosedale and all Ontarians in her parliamentary roles. In Jesus’ name, we ask that you would show her your great lovingkindness and that you would continue to draw her toward your purposes for her. Amen.
Jessica Bell was elected June 7, 2018, to represent the constituents of University—Rosedale. She is the founding executive director of TTCriders, fighting to improve Toronto transit. She’s been a lecturer at Ryerson University, director of the California Food & Justice Coalition and an advocate for environmental justice. She’s received several leadership awards, including the Toronto Community Foundation’s Vital People Award. Jessica lives in University—Rosedale with her partner and two children.