Statement from Ontario PC Leader Patrick Brown on the La Presse story of a secret Quebec-Ontario energy deal: “Once again the Wynne Liberals have been caught negotiating in secret when thousands of Ontario jobs are on the line. This secret deal for 8 terawatts (TWh) per year of power – 6% of the power Ontario […]
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QUEEN’S PARK – New analysis shows Kathleen Wynne’s so-called “debt reduction” plan is fiscal fallacy based on “questionable assumptions” and “wishful thinking”, Ontario PC Finance Critic Vic Fedeli said today. Fedeli pointed to a new Fraser Institute report that questions the credibility of the government’s claim it will reduce Ontario’s debt-to-GDP ratio back to pre […]
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Today, Ontario PC Accessibility Critic Bill Walker slammed the Wynne Liberals for trying to block the AODA Alliance from accessing information on the government’s progress to improve the lives of people with disabilities, and also attempting to stick the organization with a hefty legal bill. “It’s deplorable the Wynne Liberals tried to hide information from […]
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“Ontarians are still shaken by the horrific actions of Elizabeth Wettlaufer that resulted in the deaths of eight innocent people. While the trial in the Wettlaufer case concluded over a month ago, with Wettlaufer pleading guilty to 14 different charges, Ontario families remain concerned for their loved ones living in nursing homes. “We were disappointed […]
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“Today I met with members of the Brampton Board of Trade, where I heard serious concerns from local businesses about how the Wynne Liberals continue to create barriers to economic growth and job creation. These are unfortunately concerns echoed by businesses throughout the province. “Ontario needs the right conditions to make us competitive. However, right […]
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“Today at sundown, our Jewish friends and neighbours in Ontario and around the world commemorate the beginning of Tisha B’av—marking an annual day of mourning, fasting, and remembrance of tragic events in the life of the Jewish people. “Historically, Tisha B’av recounts the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem in 586 BC by the […]
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CHATHAM – Today Chatham-Kent-Essex MPP Rick Nicholls slammed Premier Kathleen Wynne for rushing through the community for a photo-op without taking time to meet with hardworking families. “After 14 years of ignoring rural Ontario, the Wynne Liberals are finally pretending to pay attention a year before an election,” said Nicholls. “This visit does nothing to […]
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“Today, we commemorate the bravery and sacrifice of the Canadian Armed Forces in the Korean War (1950-1953). “In the air, on land and sea, Canadians fought to repel the communist invaders. Whether it was at the Battle of Kapyong, on Hill 355, or off the Korean coast, our sailors, soldiers and aviators answered the call […]
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The purchase of Avista by Hydro One is a bad deal for Ontario families, said Ontario PC Energy Critic Todd Smith, pointing to a quote from Avista CEO Scott Morris saying the sale means “we can spread out costs over a larger customer base.” Morris, speaking to US media, was referring to the addition of […]
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QUEEN’S PARK – Kathleen Wynne’s Hydro One debacle is producing even more bad outcomes for Ontario, PC Finance Critic Vic Fedeli said today. Shortly after their announced $6.7 billion purchase of Avista, Hydro One Inc.’s credit outlook almost immediately was changed from stable to negative by Moody’s service. Hydro One Inc.’s credit rating was downgraded […]
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