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Two offices working for you

Office Staff

Our Constituency office and our Ottawa office are staffed by some fantastic and capable people who are there to work for you.

Constituency Office

Angela Bonfanti – Special Assistant

Born and raised in Toronto, Angela received her Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from York University.  She joined the office of the Honourable John Godfrey in July of 2004 as a Constituency Assistant and continued her employment with Rob Oliphant as Special Assistant following the 2008 election.  She sits on a number of local community committees focusing on community development and services.  Angela is married to local restaurateur Ross Bonfanti, and together have a son Paolo and a puppy Zeus.


Mazhar Shafiq – Community Outreach Assistant

Born in Lahore, Pakistan, Mazhar obtained his bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the University of Engineering & Technology Lahore.  In 2000, Mazhar immigrated to Canada with his wife and son. He received his post graduate diploma in Quality Assurance, Manufacturing & Management from Sheridan College.  He has served as the Co- Chair of the Thorncliffe Park P.S. Advisory Council and as the Chair of the steering committee of the Thorncliffe Park Tenants’ Association.  Mazhar also serves as a committee member for Toronto East General Hospital and the International Development & Relief Foundation.

 

Paul Nichols – Community Outreach Assistant

Prior to joining Rob's team, Paul served a part-time lecturer at Ryerson University in Toronto.  He previously worked in the fields of urban affairs and community advocacy.  Paul received his master's degree from Ryerson University and his bachelor's degree from Cardiff University in the U.K.  In his spare time, he enjoys reading, writing, traveling and playing rugby.

Ottawa Office

Kathy Kocsis – Special Assistant

Originally from the Niagara region, and a graduate of both Carleton University and Algonquin College, Kathy Kocsis began her Ottawa career in journalism before transitioning to parliamentary work.  She has worked for several Ontario Members of Parliament, including 15 years in the office of the former Member of Parliament of Don Valley West, The Honourable John Godfrey.  Kathy is married, has two teenagers, and a Shih Tzu.

 

Noah Farber – Legislative Assistant

Born in Brampton, Ontario, Noah obtained his Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Western Ontario.  Prior to moving to Ottawa and beginning his work in Mr. Oliphant’s office, Noah worked as the Canadian Director for an international non-profit organization in the Jewish community.  Noah is a passionate sports fan, an avid reader and has a keen interest in international affairs. 

 

 


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Contact

Toronto

146 Laird Dr, Suite 203
Toronto, Ontario
M4G 3V7

roliphant@on.aibn.com

Phone: 416-467-7275
Fax: 416-467-8550

Ottawa

House of Commons
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0A6

oliphr@parl.gc.ca

Phone: 613-992-2855
Fax: 613-995-1635

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