Pledging Affordability Relief, Stronger Communities, and Robust Economic Growth
CC.NEWS Scarborough, November 8, 2026 (By Tom Kim & Jack S. Sun) — Federal Liberal candidate for Scarborough North, James Li (李忻洲), officially launched his election campaign and celebrated the grand opening of his campaign office in Scarborough this morning, drawing enthusiastic support from grassroots community members and senior political figures.
The campaign rally was presided over by Member of Parliament for Don Valley North, Maggie Chi (迟月), and attended by multiple federal cabinet ministers, fellow MPs, and diverse community leaders.
In his keynote address, James Li outlined his campaign priorities, emphasizing immediate cost-of-living relief, economic expansion, quality local job creation, and safer, better-connected neighborhoods. Li stated his commitment to working closely with Prime Minister Mark Carney and the federal Liberal caucus to deliver tangible results for Scarborough North families.
Extensive Public Service and Business Expertise
James Li holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Schulich School of Business at York University. Having served for eight years as an elected school trustee on the Toronto District School Board (TDSB), Li highlighted his proven record of fiscal accountability, educational advocacy, and effective public administration. The federal by-election was called following the resignation of former longtime MP Shaun Chen.
Broad Federal Ministerial and Parliamentary Endorsements
A powerhouse lineup of federal elected officials attended the launch to endorse Li, underscoring the high strategic importance the Liberal Party places on holding Scarborough North. Key speakers included:
- Maggie Chi, Member of Parliament for Don Valley North (Event Host)
- Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety and MP for Scarborough—Guildwood—Rouge Park
- Jean Yip, Member of Parliament for Scarborough—Agincourt
- Salma Zahid, Member of Parliament for Scarborough Centre—Don Valley East
- Michael Coteau, Member of Parliament for Scarborough—Woburn
- Jennifer McKelvie, Member of Parliament for Ajax
- Doly Begum, Member of Parliament for Scarborough Southwest
Speakers commended Li’s deep grassroots roots in Scarborough, his dedication to senior care and youth educational opportunities, and his business acumen in championing investments for local transit and infrastructure.
Campaign Office Opening Gallery
