Jenna Sudds prides herself on serving others, championing the interests of her community, and staying focused on local priorities. As the Member of Parliament for Kanata–Carelton, Jenna has supported and championed local job creation, our community’s small businesses, broadband connectivity, and smart investments in infrastructure like electric light rail transit.

Jenna began her career in Kanata in 2001, working as Senior Economist for the federal government for over a decade. She was the founding President of the Kanata North Business Association and founding Executive Director of the CIO Strategy Council. Jenna holds a Master of Economics from Carleton University and a Bachelor of Economics degree from Brock University.

Elected in 2018 as City Councillor for Kanata North, Jenna was an integral part of the work of many City of Ottawa Council committees. In 2020, Jenna took on the additional role of Ottawa Deputy Mayor.

In September of 2021, Jenna Sudds was elected by the voters of Kanata—Carleton to serve as Member of Parliament. As Minister of Families, Children and Social Development of Canada, Jenna has brought the National School Food Program to kids across the country, and advocated for families and young people to have access to the tools they need to succeed. As a Member of Parliament, she has supported advancing women's and worker’s rights, affordable housing, and safe communities.

A mom of three daughters, Jenna is a long-time resident of Kanata.