Ontario PC Leader Patrick Brown is calling on Energy Minister and Sudbury MPP Glenn Thibeault to attend the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) hearing in Sudbury this evening and justify why he won’t direct the OEB to reject an application from Hydro One for a $141 per year hydro rate hike. “While families and seniors struggle […]
Read more“Today we heard the news that Metrolinx plans to increase fares for GO Transit and the Union Pearson Express this fall. While Metrolinx continues to downplay the increase as ‘modest,’ the Ontario PCs know that hardworking Ontarians cannot afford this fare hike. “This fare increase comes after the Wynne Liberals approved a $112,302 a year […]
Read moreWOODSTOCK – Ernie Hardeman, MPP Oxford, said that a public inquiry will ideally help to explain the depth of the problems that led to the horrifying actions of Elizabeth Wettlaufer, and whether correcting these problems earlier could have prevented any of these deaths. “I have spent weeks listening to the victims’ families and the community […]
Read moreTORONTO – With today’s ticket sales announcement, the Wynne Liberals are yet again patting themselves on the back for cleaning up a mess they created, said Ontario PC MPP Todd Smith. On July 1, 2015 the Wynne Liberals changed regulations to the Ticket Speculation Act allowing ticket resellers to make a profit by gouging music […]
Read more“I congratulate Karin on her nomination as the Ontario PC candidate for Ottawa South. “A lawyer and a former Ottawa city councillor, Karin brings a wealth of experience to our Ontario PC team. Karin is active in community affairs and previously served as President of the Somali Canadian Youth Centre, trustee to the Riverside Hospital […]
Read more“Today at sunset, Ontarians of Muslim faith and Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al Fitr—commemorating the end of Ramadan. “Throughout the holy month of Ramadan, many Muslims fasted from sunrise to sunset and came together for a communal meal to break the fast each day. Families across the province will gather tonight to share […]
Read more“Today we mourn the loss of our fellow Canadians and all victims of despicable terrorist attacks. “Thirty two years ago, 329 innocent lives were lost when a bomb exploded onboard Air India Flight 182. More recently, we have witnessed numerous attacks, both abroad and here in our own country. “We should never give refuge to […]
Read more“Kathleen Wynne and Steven Del Duca got caught red-handed trying to secretly hike drivers licence fees on Canada Day. Now they’re panicked and desperately scrambling to explain why they’re making first-time drivers pay more to earn their freedom and independence. This is nothing more than Wynne Liberal spin. “The regulation is written clear as day. […]
Read more“I congratulate Gillian on her nomination as the Ontario PC candidate for University-Rosedale. “Gillian brings a wealth of experience to our modern, inclusive and pragmatic Ontario PC team. Gillian works as the Chief Marketing Officer with the Toronto Region Board of Trade, where she has built strong relationships with Toronto region’s business community. Gillian also […]
Read moreTORONTO – The Wynne Liberals have quietly snuck in a regulation that will make drivers’ license tests more expensive starting on Canada Day. This adds to the burden of other fee hikes this government has saddled drivers with over the past few years. Everyone writing driving exams, including first-time drivers hoping to get a G1 […]
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