Since being elected, one of the most common concerns I’ve heard from people across the riding is the high price of auto insurance. While the frustrations with high premiums are not unique to those of us living in Northwestern Ontario, the level of importance our vehicles play in our every-day […]
Sarah Campbell – From Queens Park
Last week I wrote about the frustration many had expressed as a result of the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs’ decision to bypass Northwestern Ontario with its pre-budget consultations. As I stated in last week’s column, my party’s Finance Critic, Michael Prue, had pushed for consultations in the […]
My colleague, Catherine Fife from Kitchener-Waterloo, introduced a bill this past week that would limit the ability of a government to prorogue, or shut down, the legislature. As we saw with the federal Conservatives in 2008 and the McGuinty Liberals last fall, prorogation is a tool that can be abused […]
This past week, MPPs debated a Progressive Conservative bill that would impose an across-the-board wage freeze on all public-sector workers. I am not opposed to the concept of wage freezes, in the right situation. But they need to be fair, make financial sense, apply equally to all, and be done […]
This past week, MPPs returned to the legislature after the four-month lockout imposed by Dalton McGuinty. On our first day back to work, Ontario’s new premier, Kathleen Wynne, outlined her goals for the upcoming session through a Speech from the Throne. My initial reaction was surprise, followed by frustration. While […]
MPPs from across Ontario returned to Queen’s Park this week for a new session. With a new premier (Kathleen Wynne) in place, there is much speculation about the weeks and months to come, particularly when it comes to the 2013 budget. In addition to a new premier, Ontario has a […]
On Feb. 19, MPPs from across the province will return to Queen’s Park for the new legislative session. Like most, I’m looking forward to the return and the opportunity to raise a number of important issues on your behalf. Over the past few months, I’ve spent my time travelling across […]
In recent years, hydro prices have spiralled out of control unnecessarily as a result of irresponsible government decisions. Since being elected, I have pushed—and continue to fight—for significant changes that once again will make this essential service affordable for families, seniors, and businesses in the north. I will continue to […]
On Saturday, provincial Liberals picked Don Valley West MPP Kathleen Wynne as their new party leader—and Ontario’s 25th premier once she officially is sworn in (likely sometime this week). I would like to congratulate her on her hard-fought win. Ms. Wynne inherits a very difficult situation from her predecessor, Dalton […]
This coming weekend, delegates from the Liberal Party of Ontario will select a new premier. Since October, when Dalton McGuinty announced his decision to step down as premier due to numerous scandals plaguing his leadership, I’ve made the conscious decision to not comment on candidates or their chances on winning […]
Since being elected, one of the things I’ve tried to do is raise awareness of the type of services I offer in each community. While a lot of attention is paid to the “political” aspects of Question Period, speeches, or statement in Queen’s Park, many people often don’t realize the […]
Happy New Year to all! With 2013 now upon us, many look forward to a new beginning and the exciting possibilities that await us. This also is a great opportunity to take a look at the year ahead. In 2013, we will have at least one new premier and the […]
