QUEEN’S PARK – On May 1st, the people of Ontario will find yet another increase on their monthly hydro bill, with rates expected to rise $37.56 annually. “Electricity rates in the province are skyrocketing and it’s only getting worse,” said Ontario PC Leader Patrick Brown. “Since November, bills have gone up $186.96 a year […]
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Government should develop revenue-neutral plan subject to rigorous oversight QUEEN’S PARK –Today, the Ontario PC Caucus called on the Liberals to abandon their cap-and-trade bill and begin developing a revenue-neutral plan that is subject to rigorous, independent oversight. Ontario PC Environment and Cap-and-Trade Critic Lisa Thompson sent an open letter to Glen Murray, Minister […]
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Appointment of Jim McDonell as the Chair of the Eastern Ontario PC Caucus The following is a statement from Ontario PC Leader Patrick Brown on the appointment of MPP Jim McDonell (Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry) as the new Chair of the Eastern Ontario PC Caucus: “Throughout his five years as a member of the Ontario PC […]
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QUEEN’S PARK – Today, the Ontario Progressive Conservative Caucus dedicated Question Period to the parents and students who rely on Ontario’s schools for the deaf, blind, and severely learning disabled, with more than a dozen Ontario PC MPPs reading personal stories of children from their ridings. “The galleries were filled today with parents, students, graduates, […]
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Vaisakhi is one of the most important holidays for people of the Sikh faith, as it marks the founding of the Khalsa in 1699 by Guru Gobind Singh. On this day, the followers of Sikhism celebrate the introduction of the Sikh articles of faith known as the ‘5 K’s. Vaisakhi is a colourful festival, […]
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QUEEN’S PARK – In front of a legislature packed with Ontario correctional officers, Leader of the Official Opposition Patrick Brown asked the Premier about the ongoing crisis in corrections. “Today we are joined by hundreds of corrections officers and staff from across the province. They are here to tell you about the growing crisis in […]
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QUEEN’S PARK –Today’s passage of Bill 173, the budget bill, will mean that life will become more unaffordable for Ontarians, Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli said today. Despite receiving recommendations for changes at post-budget Committee hearings, the government introduced no amendments to Bill 173, which received final passage without the support of the Official Opposition. “We’re […]
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I would like to extend my warmest wishes to friends from the Tamil community celebrating Tamil New Year’s Day. Puthandu, also known as Varusha Pirappu, marks the first day of the Tamil New Year. It is a time where families and friends come together to share gifts and pray for blessings. I would also […]
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PC Critic for Economic Development, Employment & Infrastructure Hosts Initial Round Table Meeting; Launches Province-wide Consultations. TORONTO – Yesterday afternoon, Ontario PC Critic for Economic Development, Employment & Infrastructure Monte McNaughton launched the Ontario PC Blue Ribbon Panel on Prompt Payment. “ TORONTO – Yesterday afternoon, Ontario PC Critic for Economic Development, Employment & Infrastructure […]
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QUEEN’S PARK – Following yesterday’s meeting with the Premier to discuss reforms to political fundraising rules, Leader of the Official Opposition Patrick Brown expressed his disappointment that the Liberals continue to refuse his calls for a public inquiry into the Government’s fundraising practices. “I am very disappointed with my meeting yesterday. The meeting was a […]
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