Doug Ford
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Premier of Ontario • MPP Etobicoke North • Leader of the @OntarioPCParty • Let’s Protect Ontario
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I am very pleased that a resolution has been reached between 3M and the U.S. administration. I want to thank 3M and officials on both sides of the border for their support to ensure Canada’s continued access to vital PPE. We are stronger together.
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More than 50,000 people gathered in Richmond Hill today to stand in solidarity with the women and people of Iran. At 8:30 p.m. tonight, Niagara Falls will be lit green, white and red as a small gesture of support from Ontario to all Iranians.
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The hate rallies celebrating the kidnapping and slaughtering of innocent Israeli people by terrorists are reprehensible and disgusting. They have no place in Ontario. Now more than ever, we stand with Israel and affirm its right to defend itself and its people.
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Thinking of my brother today. It would have been his 51st birthday. He was committed to serving the people of Toronto. There will never be another politician like him. I can’t wait to see you dancing again brother. Happy Birthday Rob. Photo courtesy of the Toronto Star.
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We will introduce legislation that prohibits any employer from banning their staff from wearing a poppy during Remembrance Week. #lestweforget #onpoli.
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It’s disgusting and disgraceful that @WholeFoods has banned poppies for their employees. We will always stand with our veterans. Whole Foods should apologize and immediately reverse this decision. Everyone should wear a poppy #lestweforget.
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We may be small when it comes to population but we are giants in manufacturing. We have some of the best and brightest. As long as I’m Premier, we will no longer rely on others for these essential medical goods.
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My friend Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance @cafreeland didn’t deserve this. No one in public office does. This needs to stop. Canada is better than this.
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A 25 per cent tariff would be devastating to workers and jobs in both Canada and the U.S. The federal government needs to take the situation at our border seriously. We need a Team Canada approach and response—and we need it now. Prime Minister Trudeau must call an urgent.
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Do you know what one of the most popular ways to manage stress is? Baking! Stay tuned for some long-weekend inspiration. #cheesecake
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Price gouging and reselling essential items that vulnerable people count on is UN-CANADIAN, it’s wrong, and we are putting an end to it!
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Congratulations to @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. Our economies and the livelihoods of many living on both sides of the border depend on one another. I look forward to continuing building on Ontario’s relationship with the United States. We all do better when we work together.
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I spoke with Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau and made clear that shutting down classrooms would have an unacceptable impact on students. I reiterated that Ontario is determined, if necessary, to pass legislation to keep classrooms open and ensure stability for parents and students.
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We will stand shoulder to shoulder with the Prime Minister and the people of Canada. My number one goal is to protect jobs in Ontario, starting with my unwavering support for our steel and aluminum workers.
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The brave women in Iran deserve the world’s support right now as they fight for their most basic rights. Their strength and resilience is nothing short of extraordinary. We stand with them and all Iranians as they stand up against this immoral, thuggish regime.
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Today I announced the mandatory closure of all non-essential workplaces to slow the spread of COVID-19. These measures will come into effect on Tues March 24th at midnight. People will still have access to medications and essentials, but every Ontarian must do their part.
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I just got off the phone with Ambassador Lighthizer regarding the U.S. government’s new order. The health and well-being of our frontline workers depend on these essential medical items and now more than ever our countries need to work together to combat COVID-19.
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I’ve got a better deal for President Trump: let’s work together to build Fortress Am-Can and take on the world. When Canada and the U.S. work together as two proud independent countries, we’re unstoppable.
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As premier, I’m doing what @MaritStiles won’t. I’m calling on Sarah Jama to resign immediately as a member of the Provincial Parliament.
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Sharing the good news - the Easter Bunny is officially an essential service!
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I have been calling on the federal government to increase the wage subsidy for small and medium-sized businesses. These people are the backbone of our economy and this time has not been easy on them. Thank you @JustinTrudeau - this support will protect thousands of jobs.
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Tonight, as people gather in Toronto in solidarity with Israel, Niagara Falls will be lit blue and white in honour of the lives lost at the hands of Hamas and the enduring strength of the Jewish people. Light over darkness. Ontario stands with Israel.
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Happy Anniversary to my beautiful wife Karla. ❤️. Hard to imagine that this photo was taken 32 years ago. You’ve stood by me through good times and difficult times. Not a day goes by that I am not grateful to have you by my side.
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Our government will take action to ensure that events like Al Quds Day, which calls for the killing of an entire civilian population in Israel, are no longer part of the landscape in Ontario.
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No matter what language you speak — or in my case try to — all of us need to stay home. Stay home. Stay safe. Save lives.
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I applaud CUPE National for asking Fred Hahn to step down. Now it’s time for Fred to put his members first and do the right thing by resigning from all his positions of leadership.
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I’m glad CUPE has agreed to withdraw its strike action so kids can return to class. We’ll be back at the table to negotiate a fair deal — for students, parents, workers and taxpayers.
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The protests we’re seeing outside of hospitals are selfish, cowardly and reckless. Our health care workers have sacrificed so much to keep us all safe during this pandemic. They don’t deserve this kind of treatment — not now, not ever. Leave our health care workers alone.
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Seven years ago, we lost the best mayor Toronto’s ever had. Not a day goes by when I don’t think about my brother Rob. He dedicated his life to helping those who needed a champion most. I love you, Rob.
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Wishing a Happy Birthday to my incredible wife Karla. You are my rock and it means everything to have you by my side to support me. May every wish of yours come true. ❤️
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I want to extend my greatest thank you to @jkenney and the good people of Alberta for their generous donation of critical medical equipment and supplies. These supplies will go directly to the heroes on the frontlines. By standing together as Team Canada we will defeat COVID-19.
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We are making tremendous progress in beating #COVID19. Today we report 111 new cases, a 0.3% increase, with nearly 31,000 tests processed yesterday. 28 of 34 public health units are reporting 5 or less cases, and 19 are reporting no cases at all. Keep it up Ontario!.
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If you leave Canada to go fight for ISIS, you should not be welcomed back with open arms. Since Justin Trudeau doesn’t seem to take this seriously, MPP @DaveSmithPtbo is taking action to send a message that there are consequences for leaving Ontario to commit indefensible crimes.
Ontario bill aims to strip returning terrorists of provincial privileges
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We are bringing sanity back to bike lane decisions. By removing and replacing existing bike lanes on primary roads, we will get drivers moving again.
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Thirty-four years ago today, I married the love of my life. Karla, thank you for always being by my side. I’m a very lucky man. Happy anniversary!
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There is nothing we can’t manufacture right here in Ontario. As long as I’m Premier, I will do everything I can to make sure that the health and safety of Ontarians does not lie outside of our great province.
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Today, I am using my authority as Premier of Ontario to declare a state of emergency in our province. We must come together as Canadians. We must heal the divide that is fracturing our society. To the protestors: It’s time to end these occupations and go home.
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To Prime Minister @BorisJohnson - we are thinking of you and we wish you a strong recovery in your battle against COVID-19.
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I’m gobsmacked. A federal minister said they won’t invest in new roads or highways. He doesn’t care that you’re stuck in bumper to bumper traffic. I do. We’re building roads and highways, with or without a cent from the feds.
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Yesterday, we learned that 36 cases of the B.1617 variant have been detected in Ontario. These new variants didn't swim here. I’m pleading with the federal government to stop all non-essential travel to Canada before new variants overwhelm our ICU’s completely.
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Good Morning Ontario,. Today marks an important milestone in our fight with COVID. Thanks to your hard work, sacrifice and willingness to rise to the occasion, Ontario is now at a place where we can safely remove the mask mandate in most settings. Please be kind, safe & cautious.
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My heart goes out to the families of the victims who lost their lives in the incomprehensible events in Nova Scotia. Among them was Const. Heidi Stevenson, who fell in the line of duty. We wish their loved ones strength during this difficult time.
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Today Ontario had just 33 new cases of COVID-19, concurrent to a routine data clean-up that eliminated 21 duplicative cases. I can’t thank the people of this province enough for their hard work. Let’s keep going.
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Thank you to @JustinTrudeau for closing the Canadian border to all visitors. This is an important step in protecting Canadians and combatting the spread of COVID19.
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It’s hard to believe it’s been six years since we said goodbye to my brother Rob. He devoted his life to family and public service. Not a day goes by where I don’t wish I could talk to him again. You’re truly missed Robbie.
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There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think of my brother Rob. It’s hard to believe it’s been 5 years since we said goodbye. Rob’s dedication to his family, friends, constituents, and Toronto taxpayers will never be forgotten.
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Today I joined the volunteers at Pasta it Forward to bring essential food items to seniors in the Vaughan community. We all need to work together to get through this time. If you’re able, please help however you can. Photo courtesy of the Canadian Press.
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I accept Kathleen Wynne’s challenge to three televised debates. Let’s do the first one outside the jail where the senior Liberal operative will be spending 4-months.
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Now is the time for moral clarity. There can be no question or confusion. Israel has an absolute right to defend itself and its citizens against violence. Today and always, we stand with Israel.
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Ontario’s enhanced restrictions were always intended to stop large gatherings where spread can happen. Our regulations will be amended to allow playgrounds but gatherings outside will still be enforced. Play outside safely. Parents keep your distance & wear masks if you can’t.
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We’re going to make sure that Ontarians are protected. We need masks, and were ramping up to manufacture them right here. We will not wait for them to come outside of our borders. We are taking matters into our own hands to prepare.
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Hate and Islamophobia have NO place in Ontario. Justice must be served for the horrific act of hatred that took place in London, Ontario yesterday. My thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends during this difficult time. These heinous acts of violence must stop.
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The employees at @Wholefoods can now wear poppies at work and rightfully so! It should never have taken the threat of Legislation to do the right thing. We will still make sure it never happens again in Ontario. #LestWeForget
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I have asked that the flags at all Ontario government buildings and establishments across the province be flown at half-mast in memory of the 215 Indigenous children whose lives were tragically lost at the former Kamloops residential school.
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Ontario needs a vaccine. The world needs a vaccine. There is no reason that a vaccine to #COVID19 can’t come from right here in Ontario. We have some of the best and brightest, and we’re increasing their funding by $20 million to support them in finding a solution.
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Great news! Thank you to everyone @PurolatorInc for your hard work to make this happen.
Great news! We just received the first shipment of 500,000 masks and we are working quickly to get them into the hands of healthcare workers. Thank you to @JustinTrudeau @fordnation, public officials at all levels and our dedicated employees for their help to make this happen!
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Here’s one way to stay connected with friends and family this Easter! Thanks for the video check-in @WayneGretzky. Listen to the Great One, a true champ, and stay home!
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When our assembly lines start, we aren’t going to stop them. Ontario will be the manufacturing support that Canada needs right now in supplying much needed medical supplies to get through this pandemic.
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People are hurting. They need a break. It’s time for the Bank of Canada to start lowering interest rates tomorrow.
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Thank you to @OttawaPolice, @OPP_News, @rcmpgrcpolice and services from across Canada for your work in ending the illegal occupation in Ottawa. Your professionalism, patience and perseverance were critical in bringing it to an end.
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We salute grocery and stock clerks who are working tirelessly to ensure that our food and supply chain is uninterrupted. Please don’t forget to thank these workers in person when you see them.
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Thinking of my brother Rob and how proud our family was when he was elected mayor of Toronto 10 years ago today. He was a true champion for his community. I miss him everyday. Credit: GEOFF ROBINS, AFP/GETTY IMAGES
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A bet is a bet, @francoislegault. Today, I’m wearing the Guy Lafleur jersey you gave me. I’m so proud of our @MapleLeafs. What a great season!. A big congratulations to the @CanadiensMTL. Bring the @StanleyCup home to Canada!
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Thinking about my brother Rob on what would have been his 52nd birthday today. He would have loved to been out canvassing the province with us. Happy Birthday Robbie. Miss you everyday.
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Congratulations to my friend @jkenney, the next Premier of Alberta!. Albertans finally have a leader to make their province open for business & open for jobs. And Ontario has another strong partner that will fight for Canadian families against the job-killing federal carbon tax!
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Good morning, Ontario! Because of all the progress we’ve made, businesses are now at full capacity. At the advice of Dr. Moore, proof of vaccination is no longer required but some businesses may choose to continue to ask for it. We’ve come so far. Please be kind, safe & cautious.
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Wishing a very Happy Birthday to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Long may she reign. God save the Queen.
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Good.
BREAKING: The federal government has rejected Toronto's drug decriminalization request.
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On behalf of Ontario I want to wish Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth II a Happy Official Birthday. Long may she reign! God save the Queen. @RoyalFamily
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I’ve learned so much raising our four beautiful daughters. I’m truly blessed. Happy #NationalDaughtersDay to all those who are celebrating with me today.
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We promised the people of Ontario that we would lower their hydro rates and that started by addressing leadership at Hydro One. I was pleased to learn this afternoon that the CEO and all board members will be resigning.
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We’re bringing sanity back to bike lane decisions to get drivers moving again. The 1.2 per cent of people who commute by bike shouldn’t be clogging primary roads for the over 70 per cent of people who drive. It’s just common sense.
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Today marks one year since Hamas’s horrific terrorist attack against Israel. It’s a chance for us to remember the lives lost and the many lives forever changed by these heinous acts of terror and continue to call for the immediate safe return of the remaining hostages. Let’s
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I spoke with Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau this evening about the ongoing occupations in Ottawa and Windsor. We will continue working together to support our police forces as they manage these situations. We both agreed this must come to an end.
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Thank you to all the Ontarians who are doing their part and staying home. We know the sacrifices you’re making, but our collective efforts are critical in winning this fight. By staying home you’re saving the lives. Thank you, and keep up the great work.
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My heart goes out to the victims and loved ones of the horrific act of gun violence in Toronto. Thank you to all the first responders for acting quickly to help everyone affected.
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Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦 . Today we celebrate all of the things that make us proud to call this province and country home. I have never been so proud to be Canadian as I have in these past few months. Wishing everyone a happy and safe day!
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During times like this we must all work together to take care of one another. Panic buying hurts our seniors, friends and neighbours. Please be considerate of others during this challenging time and remember that we are all in this together.
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Ontario is waking up to the world’s worst April Fools’ joke. The Liberal carbon tax went up a whopping 23 per cent today — and guess who hasn’t said a peep? The Queen of the Carbon Tax herself, Bonnie Crombie.
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Sir John A. Macdonald played a central role in our national story. As one of the Fathers of Confederation, he founded our nation. That's why our government wrote to the Mayor of Victoria to say we'd be happy to give Sir John A. a new home here in Ontario.
Our government let the City of Victoria know that we are willing and able to give Sir John A. Macdonald's statue a home in Ontario. History matters and we need to acknowledge the important role Sir John A. Macdonald played in Canada's and Ontario's history.
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Thank you to the great people of Alberta and Premier @jkenney for donating much-needed medical supplies. This is the Canadian Spirit. We are #TeamCanada. On behalf of all Ontarians, thank you. #StongerTogether @UnityHealthTO
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We are engaging with the @OHLHockey to create a safe return to play plan, which will need to be approved by health experts. To date no decisions have been made. I would like to see the OHL return as normal as possible with body checking.
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Ontario and the U.S. both benefit from our strong economic partnership. Congratulations to President @JoeBiden and Vice-President @KamalaHarris. I am looking forward to building on our strong relationship and working together to grow our economies and create good-quality jobs.
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As a result of rising COVID-19 numbers, I am asking everyone to limit their trips outside of the home, except essential reasons like going to work, school, getting groceries, or for medical appointments. Families should not allow visitors to their homes & avoid social gatherings.
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I want Canada and America to be the richest, most prosperous, safest and most successful countries on the planet. Canada has the critical minerals, oil and nuclear energy needed to make it happen. Let’s get to work and build Fortress Am-Can.
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Good Morning, Ontario. I want to thank everyone who has been staying at home these last few weeks. I know it’s tough, but we are starting to see our hard work pay off. In case some of you need a reminder, I’ve tried my best to be clear: please stay at home.
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Thank you to Todd Bourgon and the Trillium Automobile Dealers for the incredible donation of 32,000 masks. I’m driving those over to @wick_22 and the entire @conquercovid19 right now! #OntarioSpirit
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At the request of the family, I announce with a heavy heart, the passing of my dear friend and mentor, Hazel McCallion. There isn’t a single person who met Hazel who didn’t leave in awe of her force of personality. Full statement:
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My first priority is keeping all Ontarians safe. Today I ordered the mandatory closure of all non-essential workplaces effective March 24th at midnight. If you can work from home you may continue to do so. We will remain vigilant and strong, and we will get through this together.
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Thank you to all of our hardworking pharmacists and staff who stay open so that people can still access their prescriptions. We are incredibly grateful for your service.
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Make this summer an Ontario-made summer!. Our new interactive map shows thousands of convenient options where you can still buy beer, wine, spirits and other drinks across the province. Check out a local brewery or winery for some fantastic Ontario-made products near you and
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It’s time for the federal government to wake up and smell the coffee. Instead of raising the carbon tax another 23 per cent, they need to scrap their terrible tax and start helping us keep costs down for hardworking Ontario families.
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I want to thank all of the academics and researchers who are working nonstop to find a solution to COVID-19. The hours you are putting in will help us stop COVID-19 in its tracks. We are all grateful. Please keep up the great work.
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We've taken Kathleen Wynne's hands out of your pocket. Justin Trudeau – you're next!
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