Dear Lord, thank you for MPP Jim McDonell and his many years of service to the people of his riding and to the people of Ontario. As a seasoned businessman and politician, I pray that You would grant him increased wisdom and deeper knowledge of You and Your plans for Ontario. Grant him courage, strength and hope in You. May your abundant blessing be upon him and his entire family, in Jesus’ name, amen.
Jim McDonell was born and raised on a dairy farm in Glengarry County. After graduating in Mechanical Engineering from Queen’s University, he worked with Bell Canada for 32 years in planning, engineering and supervisory roles. Jim has been actively involved in the community for over 27 years, dedicating his time to the Williamstown Fair, the Char-Lan Minor Soccer and Minor Hockey Associations, the Glengarry Kinsmen Club, and the Glengarry Border Hockey League. Jim and his wife Margie live in South Glengarry Township where they raised their family of three.