Monica Henriques grew up in Willowdale, obtained a B.Sc. in Kinesiology at the University of Waterloo, and was an ergonomics consultant in BC and Alberta.

After a significant loss, Monica traveled in India and New Zealand, where she remained for several years at an off-grid yoga retreat community, teaching, leading and managing its operations.

She returned to Toronto with a fresh perspective and, inspired to make a difference, obtained a Masters in Social Work at U of T.

Monica is currently a front-line support worker at a residential supportive housing organization where she sees first hand the importance of mental health, affordable housing, and a healthy environment.

Monica is passionate about the Green Party's strong stance and solutions that support both the planetary and social ecosystems. It’s about taking care of people and the planet.

Monica has a strong history of volunteering, and has volunteered with GreenPAC and Cycle Toronto.