Jaycob Jacques

I care deeply about community, advocacy, and sustainability—and that shows in how I live. Whether it’s through crochet, reading, volunteering, or gardening, I try to stay grounded, creative, and connected to the people around me.

Having grown up in social housing, I understand the importance of affordable housing and strong communities. Raised in a francophone family in Sudbury, Ontario, I’ve seen firsthand how critical accessible French education and services are. That experience shaped my lifelong education to equity.

I was also deeply inspired by the women in my life: my mother, an ICU nurse, and my grandmother, a teacher. They showed me the true value of care work and the importance of supporting our healthcare and education systems.

Finally, I come from a place transformed. Sudbury went from a moonscape of environmental devastation to a world-renowned example of regreening and community-led recovery. That story fuels my belief in environmental justice and resilience.

In Orléans, I’m ready to work for a future where no one is left behind, where we care for one another, and where hope grows green.