Own the future

I am running for Ontario Liberal Leader to bring back an affordable life. That means fixing how our institutions build, deliver, and govern.

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About Eric Lombardi

I am a finance and technology entrepreneur turned civic builder, and a leading voice on housing reform, institutional renewal, and economic opportunity for Ontario's next generation.

In 2021 I founded More Neighbours Toronto to confront Ontario's housing crisis head on. This organization has become the driving force in Toronto's housing zoning reform. In 2025 I became chair of Build Toronto, the Toronto chapter of Build Canada, a national movement backed by civic and entrepreneurial leaders focused on growth and stronger institutions. Build Canada has proposed a number of innovative policies, some of which have been adopted by the Federal Government. I have served on Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie’s housing panel, helping shape the party’s housing platform.

Raised in the Greater Toronto Area, I studied nanotechnology engineering at the University of Waterloo. I then built a career in technology and startups, including time in San Francisco, before returning home during the pandemic to be closer to family and the communities that raised me. After returning, I transitioned into finance and consulting, specializing in payments, banking, and the Canadian credit union system.

Today I am working to build an Ontario where people can once again afford a home, pursue a meaningful career, raise a family in security, and trust that public institutions actually work for them.

Values

I want Ontario to be the Place to Grow again, with opportunities for everyone. But since 2000, per-person economic growth has lagged badly behind nearly every peer as a result of managed decline. That has left us paying more in taxes and receiving worse services than we should. Let’s fix that.

Make the dream of homeownership real again

Young families should be able to afford a home before 30.

World-class infrastructure without the waste

Build quickly, affordably, beautifully and continuously.

Invest in our world-leading universities and colleges

Students, academia and research lead to ideas, innovation and jobs.

Education that unlocks our kids’ potential

Back to basics on reading, writing, math, and thinking.

Constructing the north, connecting Canada

Invest in infrastructure to unlock Northern Ontario’s potential.

Beautiful cities and towns with rent you can afford

More homes, lower rents, and places people are proud to live in.

Simpler, fairer taxes for a competitive economy

Reform the system to lower the cost of building a life.

Electricity abundance for an advanced economy

Clean, cheap power fueling industrial and climate leadership.

Healthcare that prioritizes people not paperwork

More doctors, nurses, and beds. Faster care with advanced technology.

Peace, Order, and Good Government

Uphold rule of law and public order with firmness and fairness.

Strong rural communities and shared prosperity

Ontario works when all of it works.

Focus on building expertise and pride in public services

Stop giving favoured treatment to insiders and well-connected businesses.

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Questions about the election

  • Who can vote for the next Ontario Liberal leader?

    Any Ontario Liberal Party member can vote – and membership is free and open to almost anyone.To be eligible, you must:

    Be an Ontario resident
    Be at least 14 years old
    Not be a member of another provincial political party
    Sign up before the membership deadline (which is Sep 7, or Sep 25 for students)

    Newcomers and non-citizens are welcome – temporary residents and non-Canadian citizens can join and vote as well.

  • What is the deadline to sign up to vote in the Ontario Liberal leadership race?

    The final date to join the Ontario Liberal Party and be eligible to vote in the leadership race is Monday September 7, 2026 at 6:00 pm.

    Students have an extended deadline. They can sign-up to vote as a member of a student club if they register before Friday September 25, 2026 at 6:00pm.

  • When is the Ontario Liberal leadership election?

    Voting will take place online between Monday, November 9 and Friday, November 20, 2026.

    Results will be announced on Saturday, November 21, 2026.

  • How do I vote for the next Ontario Liberal Party leader?

    Sign-up to be a member of the Ontario Liberal Party to be eligible to vote for its next leader. It's free and it only takes 1 minute. You can sign up here.

  • How does voting work?

    Voting will be done online through a ranked ballot.

  • Does my vote matter in a leadership race?

    Absolutely. Far less people vote in a leadership race than in general elections, which means each vote carries significantly more influence. Every vote can sway the result when there are few votes. 

  • Where can I find the official rules for the Ontario Liberal leadership election?

    The official rules for the Ontario Liberal leadership election are published on the Ontario Liberal Party website.