Teresa Armstrong, MPP

About Teresa Armstrong, MPP

Teresa Armstrong, MPP, is a government representative serving the London-Fanshawe community. Located in the Argyle neighbourhood on Clarke Rd, her office provides advocacy and information for local residents. As the first Portuguese woman elected to the Ontario Legislature, she has served as the Member of Provincial Parliament for London-Fanshawe since 2011, winning re-election in 2014, 2018, and 2022. The office provides assistance and information regarding various provincial matters, including Work safety and WSIB. While the staff are not trained to represent workers at hearings, they can review claim files and offer recommendations to help constituents find appropriate representation. Additionally, the office provides guidance on the Residential Tenancies Act for landlords and tenants, covering topics such as maintenance, repairs, rent increases, and tenancy agreements. Teresa Armstrong describes herself as a dedicated community advocate who puts people first. Her background includes experience as an insurance broker and extensive community involvement, including roles with the Argyle Resource Centre, the East London Lioness Club, the LUSO Centre, and the East London Optimist Club. In the legislature, she serves as the NDP Critic for Childcare and Critic for Pensions, focusing on issues such as mental health, addiction, home care wait lists, and long-term care home safety.