John Tory Junior Enters Liberal Race | Toronto News

Toronto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

John Tory Junior, son of Toronto’s former mayor, is launching his first political run for the Liberal nomination in Beaches-East York — a seat opening up as MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith shifts to provincial politics. A pilot and aviation exec, Tory Junior says voters care more about his ability to deliver on education and healthcare than his name recognition. He’s always leaned Liberal, especially after starting his own family, and now wants to champion those values for his three kids. His father, a lifelong advisor, is proud his public service inspired his son to step into the political arena…