Judy A. Sgro has been a dedicated public servant for over 30 years, serving as the Liberal MP for Humber River–Black Creek (formerly York West) since 1999. Prior to her federal career, Judy represented her community on the North York City Council (1987-1994) and Toronto City Council (1995-1998), focusing on poverty reduction and crime prevention.

As a Member of Parliament, Judy has championed progressive policies on human rights, equality, and religious freedom. She served as Minister of Citizenship and Immigration from 2003 to 2005, advocating for family reunification and systemic fairness. Judy also led national initiatives as Chair of the Prime Minister’s Task Force on Urban Issues, helping to shape policies on social housing and the gas tax rebate.

In opposition, she critiqued government policies as the Official Opposition Critic for Seniors, Veterans Affairs, the Status of Women, and Industry. Judy's work includes publishing a Pension Reform White Paper and a study on Sexual Harassment in the RCMP.

Judy has held leadership roles in numerous committees and parliamentary groups, such as the Standing Committee on International Trade, the Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, and multiple Parliamentary Friendship Groups. In 2017 and 2018, she was recognized as the Best Mentor by Maclean’s Parliamentarians of the Year awards. Judy’s Private Member’s Bill, C-284, establishing a national eye care strategy gained unanimous support and received royal assent in November 2024.