In this episode, host Palwashah Ali speaks with Ontario MPP Sam Oosterhoff, who made headlines in 2016 when he was elected to the Ontario Legislature for his riding of Niagara West at just 19 years old. Now, after four years of being in government, he is a part of the Ontario Progressive Conservative's majority government and is the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Education, Stephen Lecce. Listen in to hear Palwashah speak with Sam about issues facing youth today, how youth can get involved in politics, and about his role in the Ontario government and the Ministry of Education.
YOUTH, POLITICS, ACTION! is a podcast created by the Youth Political Assembly to help youth across Canada connect with politics and government in a better way. Our podcasts are released every second Saturday - in between episodes, check us out on Instagram @theyouthpoliticalassembly for all the news stories, explanations, opinions, and opportunities you need to stay connected with politics and government.
