Jeff Leal | |
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63rd Mayor of Peterborough | |
Assumed office November 15, 2022 | |
Preceded by | Diane Therrien |
Member of the Ontario Provincial Parliament for Peterborough | |
In office October 2, 2003 – June 7, 2018 | |
Preceded by | Gary Stewart |
Succeeded by | Dave Smith |
Member of the Peterborough City Council for Otonabee Ward | |
In office 1985–2003 Serving with Glenn Pagett (1985–1997) Nancy Branscombe (1997–2000) | |
Succeeded by |
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Personal details | |
Born | John Jeffrey Leal December 13, 1954 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada |
Political party | Independent |
Other political affiliations | Ontario Liberal |
Spouse | Karan |
Children | 2 (Braden and Shanae) |
Residence | Peterborough |
Alma mater | |
Occupation | Health and Safety officer |
Portfolio | Chief Government Whip (2011-2013) |
John Jeffrey Leal (born December 13, 1954) is a Canadian politician who serves as the 63rd and current mayor of Peterborough. Previously, he was a member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 2003 to 2018 who represented the riding of Peterborough. He served in the cabinet of Kathleen Wynne. On October 24, 2022 he was elected mayor of Peterborough.