Expropriation is a drastic measure. In acquiring land for public benefit, even when property owners are well compensated, it should be a tool of last resort. When negotiations do break down and governments forge ahead, we expect them to demonstrate their acquisitions are driven by reasonable necessity, and not unreasonable haste. Read More
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is playing Russian roulette with the law of unintended consequences. Read More
The government of Ontario wants to see alcohol in every corner store. Our government says it will give people more choice and more convenience. Read More
In 2020, when Ontario introduced new math curricula for grades one to eight, standardized test scores already had been going downhill for a decade. Last year, just half of Grade 6 pupils were meeting the provincial standard in math. Ontario Conservatives' "back-to-basics" focus on math is helping young people prepare for tech careers and basic household budgeting. Unfortunately, a basic math refresher also seems in order for some of the folks managing our money at Queen's Park. Read More
Premier Doug Ford says he wants all spots in Ontario medical schools to be reserved for students from the province. Read More
Ontario Premier Doug Ford came out swinging Tuesday against the federal carbon tax in a speech to hundreds of grain farmers from across the province who are meeting in London. Read More