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Hon. Jill McKnight, P.C., M.P. - Delta Constituency Office

Hon. Jill McKnight, P.C., M.P. - Delta Constituency Office

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Hon. Jill McKnight, is the Member of Parliament for Delta, British Columbia. She was appointed Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence in May 2025.


Born and raised in Delta, Jill has deep ties to the community. Before entering politics, she owned and operated local businesses including South Coast Casuals, a women’s clothing boutique in Ladner, and was involved with the Ladner Village Market, a popular open-air market that supports local farmers and artisans. These experiences gave her a strong understanding of small business challenges and the importance of community connections.


Jill also served as Executive Director of the Delta Chamber of Commerce, where she worked to support local businesses and build partnerships across the region. She has volunteered extensively and helped raise significant funds for causes such as the Delta Hospital Foundation and the BC Cancer Foundation. Her community efforts have been recognized with awards including Delta’s Volunteer of the Year, the Queen’s Jubilee Award, and the King Charles III Coronation Medal.


As Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, Jill focuses on supporting veterans and strengthening Canada’s defence. She is committed to working closely with partners at all levels to address local and national priorities.

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