QUEEN’S PARK—As MPPs return to the Legislature, the Ontario Liberal Caucus will make demanding more for health care their top legislative priority for the fall session. Ontario’s health care system is in a state of emergency. Over 2.5 million people in Ontario don’t have access to primary care, and ER wait times continue to reach…
MISSISSAUGA, ON – Qasir Dar, a community leader and a grassroots organizer, is the next Ontario Liberal candidate for Mississauga—Erin Mills. “Qasir is a dedicated community leader, who I’ve worked with many times over the years in support of the people of Mississauga—Erin Mills. “His drive, experience and passion for those in Mississauga is unmatched,…
LUCAN BIDDULPH, ON – Cathy Burghardt-Jesson, the third-term Mayor of Lucan Biddulph and three-term Warden of Middlesex County, is the next Ontario Liberal candidate for Lambton—Kent—Middlesex. “Cathy has spent over a decade fighting to deliver more for families in Lambton—Kent—Middlesex, championing their issues and being their strong voice on municipal councils. “I am thrilled to…
TORONTO, ON — Ontario’s Liberals today exposed the latest billion-dollar Doug Ford boondoggle, revealing how the recently released, sweetheart deal for Therme could cost Ontario taxpayers more than $2.1 billion. “The Ontario Place giveaway is Doug Ford’s 407, giving away a public asset for pennies on the dollar. It is the second billion-dollar boondoggle revealed…
MISSISSAUGA, ON – Jill Promoli, a public school trustee and health care advocate, has been officially nominated as the Ontario Liberal candidate for Mississauga—Streetsville. “Jill is a true champion for public education and health care, and is someone who has never quit in her fight to deliver more for families in Mississauga. “I know that…
TORONTO, ON – Sam Nestico, a former Justice of the Peace and Past President of the Association of Justices of Ontario, has been officially nominated as the Ontario Liberal candidate for York Centre. “For years, Sam faithfully served the people of Ontario as a Justice of the Peace, keeping our communities safe and ensuring that…
TORONTO, ON – Vince Gasparro, a non-profit leader and former financial executive, has been officially nominated as the Ontario Liberal candidate for Eglinton—Lawrence. “Vince is exactly the type of person we need on our Ontario Liberal team — a non-profit leader who knows how to get things done and deliver real solutions for the toughest…
NEPEAN, ON – Tyler Watt, a registered nurse and community advocate, has been officially nominated as the Ontario Liberal candidate for Nepean. “Tyler sees everyday the damage Ford’s cuts have wreaked on our health care system—and the impacts on patients. He’s been a strong advocate for public health care and someone who has stood up…
ETOBICOKE, ON – Lee Fairclough, health care leader and past president of St. Mary’s General Hospital, has been nominated as the Ontario Liberal candidate for Etobicoke—Lakeshore. “For years, Lee has been a champion for people in the GTA and across Ontario in their fight for access to the health care they need and deserve. “I…