John-Paul Danko
Liberal · Hamilton West—Ancaster—Dundas, ON
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Biography
John-Paul Danko is a Canadian politician from the Liberal Party of Canada. He was elected Member of Parliament for Hamilton West—Ancaster—Dundas in the 2025 Canadian federal election. He also was a city council member in Hamilton, Ontario. encyclopedia
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Electoral history
Hamilton West—Ancaster—Dundas
Liberal · 45th ParliamentSince 2025-04-28officialJohn-Paul Danko38,970Erika AlexanderRunner-up · Conservative25,547Difference 13,423 votes. 4 other candidates also ran.
On the official list the riding is Hamilton West--Ancaster--Dundas.
Elections Canada, 45th general election.
Education
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Experience
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In their own words
393 Hansard interventions on file. These are the words said in the House, not a summary. Private conversations are not collected and are not invented.
Mr. Speaker, I will be splitting my time with the member for Madawaska—Restigouche. First, I would like to wish the Westmount Wildcats senior football team a successful season opener. I thank Coach Tom Pain, all the teachers and the coaches for everything they do to provide the…Government Orders — Building Canada Strong Act · 2026-09-24
Where they stand
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A stored score on 11 of 14 topics. Each row names the end of that topic’s axis the stored words reached, and the sentence the score rests on.
Climate
Faster fossil phase-down
The other end of this axis: Slower phase-down, production first
Excerpts repeat support for reducing emissions, clean energy like nuclear and hydro, and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
By maintaining the output-based carbon pricing system for large emitters, continuing to invest in green energy such as nuclear, hydro and renewables, and supporting green housing and public transit, we are helping to ensure a smooth transition to an electric future and reduce Canada's dependence on fossil fuels. This is a balanced approach, one that supports both affordability and environmental sustainability.Source of that line
Defence
Higher spending and more capability
The other end of this axis: Restrain spending and deployments
Supports meeting NATO 2% target years ahead of schedule with historic investment.
I also want to acknowledge our government's commitment to meeting NATO's defence spending target of 2% of GDP years ahead of schedule. This historic investment in our national defence is not only a reaffirmation of our global responsibilities but also a strategic move to bolster our domestic economy. Defence spending will create thousands of high-quality jobs, stimulate innovation in Canadian industries and strengthen our supply chains.Source of that line
Energy
Restrict new oil and gas
The other end of this axis: Expand production and export
Repeats preference for clean next-generation electricity over legacy fossil fuels.
The first is expanding the definition of the energy sector. Conservatives are fixated on legacy fossil fuels, and I think Ontario and Quebec are more interested in clean next-generation electricity, mass timber construction and climate mitigation.Source of that line
Federalism
Ottawa leads
The other end of this axis: Provinces lead
Federal government taking a leadership role in housing and infrastructure investments.
That is what coordinated action looks like to provide more affordable homes, with the federal government taking a leadership role and stepping up to the table with the housing accelerator, agreements, relief for first-time homebuyers and historic investments in housing and housing-enabling infrastructure. It is important that we also be honest about how we arrived at this moment, and it is not just the opposition's talking points about the last 10 years.Source of that line
Fiscal policy
Lower taxes and tighter spending
The other end of this axis: Higher taxes and public spending
Cuts lowest personal income tax rate and delivers tax relief for Canadians.
We are cutting the lowest personal income tax rate to 14.5% in 2025, then cutting it again down to 14% in 2026 and beyond. This is an immediate tax cut for 22 million Canadians. For a typical family, that is up to $840 in annual savings.Source of that line
Foreign affairs
Assertive alliances and sanctions
The other end of this axis: Alliance restraint
Supports retaliatory measures and NATO commitments.
are ongoing, all retaliatory measures are on the table. We are taking steps to stop the dumping of cheap foreign steel, and we are investing in new Canadian markets. I want to assure the workers in Hamilton and across Canada that our government is doing everything possible to fight back, protect jobs and support Canadian steel.Source of that line
Housing
Market supply and deregulation
The other end of this axis: Public supply and demand controls
Supports GST rebate to stimulate new construction and increase housing supply.
This tax cut for first-time homebuyers is essential for young families, and it will help to stimulate new construction, enabling jobs and increasing housing supply. In Hamilton, housing affordability is a daily concern, and this policy will make a real difference for young families.Source of that line
Immigration
Higher permanent intake
The other end of this axis: Lower intake
Criticizes anti-immigrant rhetoric and highlights pride of new immigrants.
I heard it most clearly from new immigrants and immigrant families, newcomers to Canada who are so proud to be part of our great country. My question is this: If the member's parents are still with us, what do they think about her election to Parliament and the amazing contributions she is making?Source of that line
Labour
Stronger unions and standards
The other end of this axis: More flexibility for employers
Repeatedly highlights unionized steelworkers and skilled trades building the country.
Madam Speaker, everyone in Hamilton knows somebody who works in the steel industry. It employs over 10,000 workers directly and another 40,000 people in indirect jobs. The tariffs are an existential threat to steelmaking in Canada, and Hamilton is the heart of steelmaking.Source of that line
Public safety
Enforcement and sentencing
The other end of this axis: Prevention and restraint
Supports bail reform and tougher sentencing for violent crime.
Our government is responding with a serious plan: bail reform to keep violent offenders in jail, tougher sentencing for drug trafficking and gun crime, cracking down on illegal firearms and fentanyl imported from the United States, and strengthening the criminal justice system. We also know that homelessness and addiction are public safety and public health challenges.Source of that line
Trade
Diversify away from one partner
The other end of this axis: Deeper continental integration
Focuses on diversifying global trade and reducing reliance on the United States.
Since the 2025 federal election, our government's top priority has been to strengthen the Canadian economy, diversify global trade, invest in Canada, reduce our reliance on the United States, defend our national sovereignty and stand up for Canadians. The building Canada strong act is a critical part of our government's plan to take action with urgency.Source of that line
3 topics with no stored score
- AgricultureNo position has been scored.
- Financial regulationNo position has been scored.
- HealthNo position has been scored.
Who lines up
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