Greg Rickford, MPP

Ontario is Introducing Transparency Measures to Expose the True Cost of the Federal Carbon Tax

Ontario is Introducing Transparency Measures to Expose the True Cost of the Federal Carbon Tax

April 09, 2019 3:01 PM

From stickers on gas pumps to a line item on your natural gas bills, Ontario’s government is introducing new transparency measures that will prevent the federal government from hiding the true cost of its job-killing carbon tax.

From Chickens to Mining, One Thing is Clear: Ontario Businesses Want Less Red Tape

From Chickens to Mining, One Thing is Clear: Ontario Businesses Want Less Red Tape

March 04, 2019 4:59 PM

From chickens to mining, one thing is clear: Ontario businesses want less red tape. Premier Ford met with farmers and industry stakeholders at the Chicken Farmers of Ontario AGM. Next, the Premier attended Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC), where he announced the creation of a special mining working group.

Ontario’s Power Supply is at Stake as PWU Employees say They’re Going to Strike

Ontario’s Power Supply is at Stake as PWU Employees say They’re Going to Strike

December 17, 2018 6:32 PM

Ontario’s power supply is at stake as Power Workers' Union employees at OPG say they’re going to strike, which could lead to dangerous blackouts this winter. Our Government hopes the NDP will join in passing legislation quickly to ensure Ontario has a reliable source of power this season.

200 Good, New Jobs in Northern Ontario

200 Good, New Jobs in Northern Ontario

October 25, 2018 12:43 PM

Great news on the job front in Northern Ontario. Premier Ford attended the official opening of Harte Gold Corp.’s Sugar Zone gold mine near White River this week. 200 good jobs in Northern Ontario is great news!

Gas Prices are Down Thanks to Scrapping Cap-And-Trade Carbon Tax

Gas Prices are Down Thanks to Scrapping Cap-And-Trade Carbon Tax

October 13, 2018 9:39 AM

Gas prices are down further today, thanks in large part to the Ford government scrapping the cap-and-trade carbon tax. Whether you are a family driving to work and picking your kids up from school or a business shipping goods, this will mean more money back in your pocket.

The PC Government has introduced Legislation to Repeal Green Energy Act

The PC Government has introduced Legislation to Repeal Green Energy Act

September 20, 2018 4:56 PM

The PC Government has introduced legislation to repeal the flawed Green Energy Act. This will help lower hydro bills for families and businesses; and municipalities will regain the authority to approve energy projects in their communities. #onpoli

No More Carbon Tax

No More Carbon Tax

August 29, 2018 3:54 PM

Premier Ford announces savings on energy, bringing real relief to families and small businesses. Starting October 1, natural gas bills will no longer include the costs of the unaffordable carbon tax. #onpoli

Premier Ford is taking Action to Clean Up the Hydro Mess

Premier Ford is taking Action to Clean Up the Hydro Mess

August 16, 2018 5:31 PM

A new day has dawned at Hydro One. Premier Ford is taking action to clean up the hydro mess and restore transparency and accountability. #onpoli