Picture a teenager who decides they want to be prime minister someday. They join the party that best represents their views and start gaining experience in party politics and volunteering in election campaigns. Their network expands and doors start to open.
As quickly as possible, likely not long after finishing college or university, they run for federal or provincial office, win (if they play their cards right) and their political career is launched. Their first “real” job is as a member of parliament (MP), member of provincial parliament (MPP) or member of the legislative assembly (MLA).
Food for thought …
