MPP Daiene Vernile, Kitchener Centre

We pray today for our Member of Parliament Daiene Vemile. Father God we pray for her as she serves the people of Ontario. Help her Lord as she works with the constituents in her riding in Kitchener. Give her wisdom and compassion while she serves and directs her attention to help meet their needs and concerns today. Father I pray she would surround herself with wise counsel, turn her ear to wisdom from You, and apply her heart to understanding and truth.  Father in Heaven you said to pray for those leaders in authority, because all authority has been established by You, to accomplish Your purposes. I pray she hears your voice today. Lord come along side her and bless her, let her know and feel Your presence and peace in her life. We remember her family, husband and three children, and support staff - keep them all in your loving care. We ask all these things in Your mighty name Lord Jesus. Amen

Daiene Vernile is an award winning Kitchener broadcast journalist who covered your issues for three decades on CTV’s Provincewide.

A compassionate listener and insightful interviewer, Daiene (pronounced Diane) investigated many subjects, including social, cultural, educational, economic, healthcare and other concerns.  Now she’s committing herself to directly helping you and advancing local matters at the front line of public service.

For thirty years, Daiene has been an active volunteer and community supporter.  She is a strong advocate on women’s issues, passionate champion for social justice, and hands-on volunteer for poverty reduction – including ten years at the St. John’s Kitchen helping prepare meals.    

Daiene is among Wilfrid Laurier University’s “100 Alumni of Achievement” who inspire lives of leadership and purpose.  She began her career as a Queens Park legislature reporter, expanded her  journalism skills in Texas, and returned home to Ontario, spearheading one of Canada’s longest running public affairs programs.   

With husband John, she spent three decades in Kitchener and welcomed firstborn Andrew while refurbishing a century old home in the downtown.  The household grew to include Curtis and Claire in the Forest Hill neighbourhood.  Today, with the family grown, Daiene is re-dedicating her energy to helping people across the community through this form of public service.