Local student joins Queen’s Park – Serves as Page Captain
April 20, 2026
Oakville North-Burlington – April 20, 2026 – Today, Myra Kaushish from Oodenawi Public School in Oakville serves as Page Captain in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario.
Page Myra, who has been serving as a Legislative Page since April 13th, completes her term on April 24th.
During her term of duty, Page Myra is serving as a messenger on the floor of the Legislative Chamber, meeting key parliamentary figures, and learning about Ontario’s parliamentary system of government.
“I am incredibly proud to congratulate Myra Kaushish from Oodenawi Public School on her selection as a Legislative Page at Queen’s Park. This is a remarkable achievement and a testament to her hard work, curiosity, and commitment to civic engagement. During her time at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, Myra is gaining a firsthand understanding of our parliamentary system, meeting key leaders, and playing an important role supporting the daily proceedings of the House. I know she is representing Oakville North–Burlington with great pride, and I wish her every success today in her role as Page Captain.” – Effie J. Triantafilopoulos, MPP for Oakville North—Burlington, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Gaming, and Deputy Speaker.
Page Myra, like all Legislative Pages, earned her spot in the program by submitting an application that included an essay outlining their achievements, involvements and suitability for the program.
Watching admiringly from the Members’ Gallery for the start of the day and throughout Question Period were parents Ms. Gupta and Mr. Kaushish.
“We are so proud of Myra and grateful for the opportunity for her to participate as a Legislative Page. This unique experience will give her a meaningful firsthand look at civic leadership, and strengthen her confidence and sense of responsibility.” – Ms. Priyanka Gupta & Mr. Vivek Kaushish
Before arriving at Queen’s Park for her first day, Page Myra also had to study and learn the faces, names and Riding Names of the 107 MPPs.
About the Page Program:
The Legislative Page Program is open to students in grades 7 and 8 who have an
interest in current affairs, have an academic average of 80% or higher and get along well
with their peers and adults.
Each year approximately 150 young students from across Ontario are selected to participate in Ontario’s Legislative Page Program. This unique educational program for Ontario students provides an opportunity to experience the provincial legislature in action and forge new lifelong friendships with peers from all over the province!
The program is designed for outgoing, high-achieving, community-involved students who have demonstrated responsibility and leadership. Legislative Pages meet key parliamentary and political figures, and learn first-hand about Ontario’s Parliament and the legislative process.
While at Queen’s Park, they are under the direction of the Page Program Coordinator who is a certified Ontario teacher. Pages also receive an honorarium during their term of duty.
Applications for the Legislative Page Program are accepted for two deadlines each year: November 15th and June 15th. Grade 7 students are eligible for both of these deadlines. Grade 8 students may apply for the November 15th deadline only.
For additional information regarding the Legislative Page’s visit the Ontario Legislature website.
Contact:
Katie Robinette, Executive Assistant
Office of Effie J. Triantafilopoulos, MPP (Oakville North—Burlington), Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Tourism, Culture, & Gaming, and Deputy Speaker
Katie.robinette@pc.ola.org