Paul Chiang is the Member of Parliament for Markham—Unionville, first elected in 2021 and has lived in York Region since 1989. Since taking office, he has been a strong advocate for the community, delivering real results that make life better for families, seniors, and all residents.

A lifelong advocate for public safety, Paul dedicated 28 years of service with York Regional Police, where he rose to the rank of Sergeant. His work focused on strengthening relationships between law enforcement and local communities in Markham, ensuring a safer and more inclusive city for everyone.

As Member of Parliament, Paul has delivered tangible improvements to Markham—Unionville. He secured $59 million in federal housing investments into Markham, accelerating the construction of 6,630 new homes to help address the housing crisis. Recognizing the alarming rise in auto thefts, he worked closely with York Regional Police and federal law enforcement to implement measures that resulted in a 31% reduction in auto thefts last year. Paul also fought for the Canada Dental Care Plan, which has already enabled over 15,000 Markham—Unionville residents to access affordable dental care.

With the support of Paul, the federal government implemented a national handgun freeze, preventing the purchase, sale, and transfer of handguns across Canada. His leadership helped establish new criminal offences targeting illegal firearm trafficking and tougher penalties for gun smuggling, strengthening enforcement at our borders. With his support, the government also banned over 1,500 models of assault-style firearms, including those used in some of Canada’s deadliest mass shootings. Paul also championed increased funding for police services, ensuring law enforcement has the resources needed to protect our communities and keep families safe.

Born in Karachi, Pakistan, to Chinese parents, Paul immigrated to Canada in 1976. For over 36 years, he and his wife, Monica, have called York Region home, raising their three children and welcoming six grandchildren. Passionate about giving back, he has volunteered with Catholic Community Services of York Region, the Canadian Cancer Society, and the Missionaries of the Poor in Kingston, Jamaica. His contributions to public service have been recognized with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal (2012) and the Police Exemplary Service Medal (2013).

Fluent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hubei, Hakka, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi, Paul continues to build strong connections with Markham—Unionville’s diverse communities. He remains committed to making Markham—Unionville a safer and more prosperous place for all.