Michael Coteau
- Born
- Huddersfield, England
- Education
- Degree in history and political science, Carleton University
- Career
- Taught English in South Korea; Toronto District School Board Trustee; executive director and chief executive officer of a national adult literacy firm; community organizer with the United Way; small business owner
- Political Experience
- MP for Don Valley East (2021-2025); MPP for Don Valley East (2011-2021); Minister of Citizenship and Immigration; Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport; Minister Responsible for the 2015 Pan and Parapan American Games; Minister of Children and Youth Services; Minister of Community and Social Services
- Notable
- Came to Canada in 1976; grew up in social housing; ran in the 2020 Ontario Liberal Party leadership election, finishing second
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Business & Financial Interests
Before entering federal politics, Michael Coteau was a Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) in Ontario from 2011 to 2021. During his time as an MPP, he held several cabinet positions, including Minister of Children and Youth Services and Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport. Prior to his career in provincial politics, Coteau served as a school board trustee for the Toronto District School Board. He also worked as the CEO of a national literacy charity. His financial disclosures as an MP list employment income from the Province of Ontario from his time as an MPP.
Key Relationships & Connections
As a former cabinet minister in the Ontario government, Coteau was a senior member of the administration under former Premier Kathleen Wynne. In 2020, he ran for the leadership of the Ontario Liberal Party, a contest that was ultimately won by Steven Del Duca. In federal politics, he is a member of the Liberal caucus under Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Public Controversies
While serving as an Ontario cabinet minister, Coteau's living expenses reportedly faced media scrutiny. In 2016, reports questioned his claiming of a housing allowance that was available to MPPs whose primary residence was more than 50 kilometres from the legislature at Queen's Park. Coteau, who represented a Toronto riding, reportedly claimed the allowance to help cover costs for a condominium in the city. He stated at the time that he had followed all the rules as they were written.
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Michael Coteau won with 25,281 votes (60.4%)
Total votes cast: 41,868
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