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Benjamin Abis

NDP candidate for Etobicoke North

Make life more affordable for Etobicoke North residents starting with: - implementing national rent control building 1,500 homes every year in Etobicoke North, expanding Pharmacare, increasing GIS for seniors, $10/day childcare, tax-free off groceries, diapers and monthly bills.

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Benjamin Abis is an experienced public servant, paralegal, and former Senior Executive who’s called Etobicoke North home for 20 years. A retired Correctional Officer, he's fight for lower cost of living, affordable housing, and building healthier and safer communities.

Benjamin Abis has proudly called Etobicoke North home for over 20 years.

A retired public servant, Benjamin worked at the Toronto South Detention Centre (TSDC), starting as services staff before becoming a Correctional Officer. During his time there, he was a strong advocate for rehabilitation programs and championed better wages, benefits, and safer working conditions as a union officer with OPSEU. He is also a former licensed paralegal and legal instructor in Ontario.

Benjamin’s lifelong commitment to community safety and public service earned him recognition from both the Toronto Police Service and Toronto Fire Services for his selfless contributions. Before immigrating to Canada, he practiced law in the Philippines and offered free legal aid to those most in need. He also served as a Senior Executive at a multinational corporation for nearly two decades and previously worked in the Presidential Management Staff under two administrations, overseeing major national government projects.

Deeply rooted in his community, Benjamin has been a long-time volunteer in his local church, supporting youth and student programs. As a parent, he served on school councils, advocating for stronger connections between schools and families. He understands firsthand the challenges working-class families face and believes in the power of strong, accessible public services.

Now, as your NDP candidate for Etobicoke North, Benjamin is fighting for real solutions — lowering the cost of living, protecting and expanding public healthcare, improving our schools, and building safer, more affordable communities for all.