My name is Aoife McDonald, I'm 27 years old, and I was born and raised in Ottawa.
I hold dual citizenship and I'm a first-generation Canadian. My mother hails from Mountbellew, Co Galway and my father from Portarlington, Co Laois.
I love returning to Ireland every summer to visit family and explore my home away from home. I am heavily involved in Ottawa's vibrant Irish community and enjoy singing, dancing, acting, and art.
I have a Bachelor of Arts Combined Honours in History and Political Science with a Concentration in International Relations and a Minor in French and a Bachelor of Education.
During university, I served on the executive committee of a women's social and empowerment organisation that helps young women transition to university, develop leadership skills and participate in philanthropic activities.
I currently work for the Committees Directorate of the Senate of Canada. I also work part-time at two local pubs, the Aulde Dubliner and Brigid's Well, giving me the opportunity to stay connected in the community.
In the future, I'm interested in becoming a Member of Parliament so I can foster change and continue to help others. I'm very excited to return to Ireland this year as a Rose.
