Encouraging Job Creation in the Forestry Sector

Investment in homegrown wood products company supports job creation and expansion in Ontario’s forestry sector Our PC government is committed to encouraging job creation in Ontario’s vital forest sector as we work to get the economy back on track. To that end, we’re providing $2 million to Oxford Pallet to expand its operations and introduce […]

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Keeping Workers Safe on the Job

Additional health and safety inspectors will help employers comply with workplace laws and keep workers safe during COVID-19 Nothing is more important than protecting the health and safety of Ontario’s workers. That’s why our PC government is launching a recruitment campaign that will increase the number of frontline health and safety inspectors on the ground […]

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Providing Support for Veterans and their Families

The Soldiers’ Aid Commission Act, 2020 would allow more veterans and their families to apply for financial assistance, regardless of where they served   Our veterans have made tremendous sacrifices to make our province and country a better place. That’s why our PC government is working hard to make sure we are there for them […]

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Pressing the Federal Government on Critical Ontario Priorities

Premier Ford calls on the Federal government for additional health care and infrastructure funding Today, our Leader joined his fellow Premiers in calling on the federal government to support critical priorities for the people of Ontario and all Canadians, including strengthening frontline health care, helping people and businesses get back on their feet, and moving […]

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Supporting Renters and Small Businesses

New legislation would freeze rent for families and tenants in 2021 and extend the temporary ban on evictions for commercial tenants Families and small businesses continue to be financially impacted by COVID-19. That’s why our PC government is introducing the Helping Tenants and Small Businesses Act, 2020, which would freeze residential rent increases in 2021, […]

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Rebuilding the Economy

Fall priorities will focus on job creation, skills training, attracting investment, strengthening communities and health preparedness Our PC government is ready to continue implementing its made-in-Ontario plan for growth, renewal and long-term recovery. This summer, our PC team worked tirelessly to protect individuals, families and businesses during one of the most difficult periods in our […]

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Investing in Hospital Infrastructure

$175 million investment to address critical hospital upgrades, repairs and maintenance will ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients Maintaining hospital infrastructure is one example of how our PC government is ensuring that Ontarians have access to health care services they can depend on, especially during these unprecedented times. To that end, our government […]

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Creating Jobs in the North

New Côté Gold Mine in Northern Ontario will create hundreds of jobs and promote economic growth Bringing jobs to every corner of this province is a top priority for our PC government. Today, we are breaking ground on Ontario’s future with construction beginning on the new Côté Gold Mine in Northern Ontario. During construction, this […]

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Delivering Reliable and Affordable Energy in North Bay

New expansion project will make life more affordable for businesses and families Natural gas is a safe, reliable, and lower-cost heating fuel that will lead to cheaper home heating costs for families and more investment by businesses throughout the province. That’s why our PC government committed to expanding natural gas access to communities across the […]

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Helping Ontario Farmers

New funding will help farmers improve their business operations and bring more safe, high-quality foods to markets Our PC government will always have our farmers’ backs. That’s why, together with the federal government, we are investing more than $7.9 million to strengthen the province’s crucial agri-food sector by helping farmers improve business operations and bring […]

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