“Today, Canadians of Jamaican descent, and Jamaicans around the world celebrate Jamaican Diaspora Day—recognizing the many significant achievements of people of Jamaican heritage all over the world. “Canada is the home of one of the largest Jamaican diaspora anywhere in the world, and we are proud that most have chosen to call Ontario home. “Canadians […]
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TORONTO – Today, the Ontario PCs delivered 2,237 letters to the Ontario Energy Board urging them to reject Hydro One’s unfair and unaffordable application for a $141 rate hike. “Ontarians are tired of seeing executives at Hydro One getting massive raises, because for many people life has become unaffordable,” said Ontario PC Leader Patrick Brown. […]
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The following is an open letter from Ontario PC MPP Ernie Hardeman to Minister of Health Eric Hoskins. June 13, 2017 Hon. Eric HoskinsMinister of Health and Long-term CareHepburn Block 10th Flr, 80 Grosvenor St,Toronto, ON M7A 2C4 Dear Minister Hoskins, The people of my riding – and across Ontario – were horrified to learn […]
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The following is an excerpt about the Halton Courthouse from Ontario PC Leader Patrick Brown’s speech today to the Burlington Chamber of Commerce: “Halton Region is one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario. The region needs a government that recognizes this, and ensures the necessary supports and infrastructure. Unfortunately, this Liberal Government has taken […]
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Sarnia – The improved safety of Ontario’s homeowners and excavators is being celebrated today (Wednesday, June 14th) on the 5th anniversary of the passing of the Ontario One Call Act (Bill 8). The bill, introduced by Sarnia-Lambton MPP Bob Bailey and Hamilton East-Stoney Creek NDP MPP Paul Miller, passed on June 14, 2012 and established […]
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“Today, Ontarians of Filipino descent, and proud Filipinos around the world celebrate Philippine Independence Day—commemorating the declaration of the Philippines’ independence on June 12, 1898. “Today, Ontarians of Filipino heritage continue to make significant contributions to our province’s diversity, economy, and culture. The Philippines has been one of Canada’s top source countries for immigration, adding […]
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“I congratulate Gary on his nomination as the Ontario PC candidate for Kingston and the Islands. Gary brings a breadth of experience to our Ontario PC team. He served the citizens of Kingston as Mayor for two terms, and for the past 13 years has been a business owner in the community. I know Gary […]
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“Today, Ontarians of Portuguese descent, and proud Portuguese around the world celebrate Portugal Day—commemorating the death of national hero, poet, adventurer, and author Luis de Camões . “De Camões holds a special place in the hearts of the Portuguese. “Similarly, Canada’s proud Portuguese community holds a special place in our hearts, with a story that […]
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Statement from Economic Development, Employment and Growth Critic Monte McNaughton on May’s job numbers: “Last month’s job numbers show a sizeable increase to Ontario’s unemployment rate, further cementing Ontario as a have-not province. We are no longer the economic freight train every province once envied. “Under Kathleen Wynne, Ontario has become uncompetitive. Her Liberal government […]
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Yesterday, in a radio interview Energy Minister Glenn Thibeault announced that he would not use his powers to stop an unfair and unaffordable rate hike for Hydro One customers. When asked by Andrew Lawton on AM980 if he would issue a ministerial directive to the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) to reject an application for a […]
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