History
The OYL was known as the Ontario New Liberals until the mid 1980s.
OYL (and its predecessor) has proven to be a training ground for budding politicians and political organizers. Many elected officials played a prominent role in the party’s youth wing. They include:
- Michael Ignatieff, Former federal leader
- Dwight Duncan, current provincial minister
- Rob Oliphant, Former federal MP
- Bonnie Crombie, Former federal MP
- Ruby Dhalla, Former federal MP
Read more about this topic: Ontario Young Liberals
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