When Jagmeet Singh, a criminal defence lawyer and motivational speaker, was elected as the leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP) in 2017, he became the first person of color to lead a major federal political party in Canada. Since then, he has made waves in Canadian politics with his progressive policies and charismatic personality.

Singh was born in Scarborough, Ontario to immigrant parents from India. He studied at York University and then went on to get a law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School. After working as a lawyer, he decided to pursue politics and was elected as a member of the Ontario legislature in 2011. He quickly gained attention for his fierce advocacy for social justice and human rights. In 2017, he made the bold decision to run for the leadership of the NDP, and against all odds, he won with an overwhelming majority.

Since becoming the leader of the NDP, Jagmeet Singh has been a fearless advocate for progressive causes. He has consistently spoken out against racism, discrimination, and inequality, and has proposed bold plans to combat these issues. He has also been a strong voice for environmental protection and Indigenous rights. His progressive stance has drawn in a younger generation of voters, making the NDP a serious contender in Canadian politics.

In addition to his political career, Singh has also gained a strong following