#doug-ford

#doug-ford

The Ford government's decision to require Ontario public servants to return to the office full-time could negatively affect recruitment and retention of skilled staff.

"The upward trend for cycling continues in our city, as it does elsewhere when bike lanes are in place. What's especially impressive is that during the 5-7 p.m. rush hours, there were more bikes than cars, even though only a fraction of the roadway is actually set aside for cyclists."

Ford emphasized that First Nations should not keep approaching the government for financial help, indicating a desire for autonomy in economic development.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced plans to designate the mineral-rich Ring of Fire as a special economic zone, aiming for swift development and consultation with First Nations.

"We are going to enunciate explicitly in each one that the duty to consult is there and it will be upheld to the highest standards," Rickford said.

Jamie Kneen, national program co-lead for MiningWatch Canada, argues it’s undemocratic for the province to exempt mines from oversight, questioning the legitimacy of using tariffs as justification.

Ford emphasized the need for rapid progress on infrastructure projects amid challenges like U.S. tariffs, stating, 'We just want to get projects moving forward as quickly as possible.' He advocated for reducing lengthy environmental assessments and emphasized the importance of constructing essential facilities like 'roads and highways and hospitals and schools and bridges.'