Aris Babikian Acclaimed as Ontario PC Party Candidate for Scarborough-Agincourt
December 19, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SCARBOROUGH—AGINCOURT – Today, the Ontario PC Party announced that Aris Babikian has been acclaimed as the party’s candidate for Scarborough-Agincourt in the next provincial general election.
Since being elected, Aris Babikian has worked to deliver funding for the Bridletowne Neighbourhood Centre of Community (BNC), supported the expansion of GO Train service with over three hundred additional weekly trips, and advocated for investments in the Scarborough Health Network, including local hospital redevelopment projects. His leadership has also helped to reduce costs for families by cutting the gas tax by 10 cents per litre, scrapping licence plate sticker fees, and expanding One Fare, saving transit users $1,600 annually.
“Aris Babikian is a dedicated representative for Scarborough-Agincourt, and his commitment to improving the lives of the people in his riding is unwavering,” said Doug Ford, Leader of the Ontario PC Party. “From delivering hospital expansions to improving transit and fighting the Liberal carbon tax to reduce costs for families, Aris continues to be a strong voice for his community. I’m proud to have him on our team as we continue working to build a stronger Ontario.”
Aris Babikian and the Ontario PC Party will continue to prioritize the needs of Scarborough-Agincourt by addressing cost-of-living challenges, investing in critical infrastructure, and creating opportunities for families and businesses in the community.
“Representing Scarborough—Agincourt is both an honour and a privilege that inspires me every day.” said Aris Babikian. From advocating for better hospital services to making transit more accessible and affordable, my goal has always been to ensure our community thrives. I am deeply committed to working alongside the residents of Scarborough—Agincourt to build a better, stronger Ontario that we can all be proud of.”
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For media enquiries contact:
Peter Turkington
Director of Communications, Ontario PC Party