Frank de Jong
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Frank de Jong (born October 16, 1955) is a Canadian politician, environmentalist, and elementary school teacher. He joined the Green Party of Ontario in 1987 and became the party's first official leader in 1993 – a position he held until November 14, 2009, when he was succeeded by Mike Schreiner. From 2017 to 2019 he was the leader of the Yukon Green Party.[1] De Jong has also campaigned for federal office as a member of the Green Party of Canada.
Not to be confused with Frenkie de Jong.
In this Dutch name, the surname is de Jong, not Jong.
Quick Facts Leader of the Yukon Green Party, Preceded by ...
Frank de Jong | |
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Leader of the Yukon Green Party | |
In office 2016–2019 | |
Preceded by | Kristina Calhoun |
Succeeded by | Position abolished |
Leader of the Green Party of Ontario | |
In office 1993–2009 | |
Preceded by | Position established |
Succeeded by | Mike Schreiner |
Personal details | |
Born | (1955-10-16) October 16, 1955 (age 68) West Luther Township, Ontario, Canada |
Political party | Green |
Other political affiliations | Ontario Green (1983–2014) Yukon Green (2016–2019) |
Residence(s) | Huntsville, Ontario, Canada |
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Profession | Teacher |
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