Meet MPP Silvia Gualtieri

Silvia Gualtieri is a proud lifelong resident of Mississauga and serves as the MPP for Mississauga East–Cooksville. She is the Parliamentary Assistant to the Solicitor General and a member of the Standing Committee on Justice Policy.

Deeply committed to keeping families safe, Silvia is passionate about strengthening Ontario’s public safety system and supporting the dedicated men and women who protect our province. She is a firm believer in collaboration between law enforcement, community organizations, and government to build stronger, safer communities.

She brings the same dedication and strong work ethic to public service that has guided her throughout her career.

Silvia began her professional journey as an educator with the Dufferin-Peel Separate School Board, teaching students from kindergarten through the elementary grades. She later entered the insurance industry as Executive Assistant at Gualtieri Insurance and Financial Services. To further strengthen her skills in leadership and governance, she earned an MBA, building on her commitment to serve her community with knowledge and integrity.

Her longstanding record of volunteerism and community involvement has earned her deep respect. A recipient of the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal, Silvia has served as president of the Catholic Women’s League, dedicated many hours to projects at Vita Manor for young women in Streetsville, supported the Children’s Choral Society of Mississauga, and helped raise funds for the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts. She was also Honorary Chair of The Gatehouse, worked with the Women’s Shelter Committee in Brampton, and was a member of Zonta International.

A fifth-generation Mississauga resident, Silvia and her beloved late husband, Dr. Angelo Gualtieri, built a life rooted in a deep commitment to their community and family. Together, they raised three daughters and were blessed with two grandsons and two granddaughters. Silvia continues to honour Dr. Gualtieri’s legacy and the values they shared through her unwavering dedication to public service and her commitment to building an even brighter future for Mississauga East-Cooksville.