Laurie Scott, MPP

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.

Labour Minister Laurie Scott brings forth Legislation to allow Double-Hatters, Professional Firefighters to Volunteer in Local Community

Labour Minister Laurie Scott brings forth Legislation to allow Double-Hatters, Professional Firefighters to Volunteer in Local Community

November 27, 2018 9:30 AM

Minister Scott is bringing forward legislation so professional firefighters will no longer be penalized by their unions for volunteering in their local fire halls, called "Double Hatters". Ontario’s Fire Chiefs welcome this change to provide greater protection for communities.

One-Stop-Shop Hotline for Military Families

One-Stop-Shop Hotline for Military Families

November 07, 2018 5:04 PM

Military families move 3x more than the average Canadian which can be a big source of stress. Today Premier Ford announced a plan to help military families and establish a one-stop-shop hotline to provide essential information. Provide your feedback at Ontario.ca/MilitaryFamilies Ontario News Now Doug Ford onpoli Progressive Conservatives PC Caucus Services

The Making Ontario Open for Business Act will help Create Better Paying Jobs

The Making Ontario Open for Business Act will help Create Better Paying Jobs

October 24, 2018 9:11 AM

Businesses should have confidence in reasonable and predictable regulations. The Making Ontario Open for Business Act We will help create better-paying jobs and make it easier for apprentices to join the workforce.

Introducing the Making Ontario Open for Business Act

Introducing the Making Ontario Open for Business Act

October 23, 2018 4:33 PM

Today we introduced the Making Ontario Open for Business Act. If passed, it will reduce red tape & regulatory burdens on businesses, while looking out for the health & safety of workers. Our government is getting out of the way of job creators & making Ontario open for business.

Standing with Front-Line Workers

Standing with Front-Line Workers

October 18, 2018 4:06 PM

Premier Ford and the PC government will always stand with front-line workers, who work hard every day. If you are prepared to do the work, then you deserve a shot at the job.

The WSIB is Lowering Premiums by Eliminating Unfunded Liability

The WSIB is Lowering Premiums by Eliminating Unfunded Liability

September 26, 2018 10:18 AM

Ontario's government is reducing the burden on businesses to help create more jobs. The Workplace Safety & Insurance Board will be lowering premiums charged to employers by about 30 percent, thanks to the elimination of its unfunded liability. #onpoli

York U is Back in Class

York U is Back in Class

September 05, 2018 1:46 PM

York University students are happy to be back in class for the new school year. Earlier this summer, your Ontario government put students first by ending the longest strike in our province's history.