Dr. Ruby Dhalla

Dr. Dhalla is the Member of Parliament for Brampton-Springdale riding in Canada's Parliament. As a community activist, doctor, and entrepreneur she is one of the leading progressive voices in parliament and works in Parliament on behalf of those that struggle to be heard. Dr. Dhalla made history in 2004 as the first South Asian Woman to be elected to federal parliament in the western. Today, she is one of the youngest women in Canadian Parliament.

Born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and graduating with her Doctor of Chiropractic in 1999 in Toronto, Dr. Dhalla has had the opportunity of listening, learning, connecting and working with people from various socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Her journey and experiences have served as her own inspiration in advocating for women, fighting for youth and promoting Canada's role in the international arena.

Her passionate vision for Canada and its future combined with her goal to empower women, youth and seniors has given strength, hope and inspiration to many.