Lunar New Year is celebrated across Ontario and around the world, particularly by members of the vibrant Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and other Asian communities.Whether known as Chinese New Year, Seollal, or Tet, this holiday brings together families and friends in the spirit of celebration and hope for a prosperous new year. This coming year marks […]
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MIDLAND – Patrick Brown, Simcoe North MPP and Leader of the Official Opposition, repeated calls to halt proposed cuts to the Georgian Bay General Hospital at his constituency office this morning. Patrick Brown was joined by a number of doctors from the hospital, including Dr. Donald, the Chief of the hospital’s obstetric unit, and Dr. […]
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“The Ontario PC Party is shocked and saddened to hear the news of the passing of Toronto police officer Constable Darius Garda. Our thoughts go out to his family, friends and colleagues during this very difficult time. Constable Darius Garda suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Earlier this week, the Ontario PC Party commended the […]
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“The job numbers released today show the provincial unemployment rate remained unchanged for the start of 2016, holding at 6.7 per cent.Monthly job numbers are just a snapshot in time – it is more important to analyze the long-term trends and legacies.The long-term trends show that Premier Wynne has gone from first to worst, with […]
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“Last year alone, an estimated 76,000 Ontarians were diagnosed with cancer. This disease is the leading cause of death in Ontario and in Canada, with 2 out of 5 Canadians expected to develop a form of cancer in their lifetime. These are our mothers, fathers, children, and friends. On World Cancer Day we get the […]
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The following is a statement from PC Environment and Cap-and-Trade Critic Lisa Thompson on the Government’s Green Investment Fund initiatives announced today:“Climate change is a serious challenge that requires a credible plan that outlines estimated emissions reductions and the costs to Ontario taxpayers. “We support helping Ontarians make their homes more energy efficient to both […]
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Please see below the open letter from Simcoe North MPP and Leader of the Official Opposition Patrick Brown to Premier Kathleen Wynne regarding the Georgian Bay General Hospital:Dear Premier Wynne,I am writing to you regarding the potential cuts to services at Georgian Bay General Hospital.In December, an operational review of Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) […]
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QUEEN’S PARK – With pre-budget consultations wrapping up in Toronto today, the Ontario PC Party is charging that the Wynne Liberals are anything but open and transparent.Many Ontarians participated in the pre-budget hearings staged over the past two weeks across the province. Media is now reporting the 2016 Ontario Budget will be released in early […]
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The following is a statement from Leader of the Official Opposition Patrick Brown regarding the Government’s announcement of initiatives to help prevent or mitigate the risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among first responders:“The Ontario PC Party applauds the government’s action to help protect the mental health of Ontario’s first responders. These individuals hold a […]
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“Every February, Canadians celebrate Black History Month, recognizing the important contributions made to our country by individuals of African and Caribbean heritage. This important legacy spans hundreds of years and Black Canadians have helped to build and defend our great nation, often overcoming significant adversity. Soldiers such as Richard Pierpoint bravely fought in the War […]
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