“There's $3 billion just given away in pre-election cheques,” Crombie said instead, criticizing Doug Ford’s spending priorities.

In this issue of top of mind, we look at the Ford government's housing record, and what his opponents are proposing.

Ford joined other Canadian premiers in the U.S. capital to push back against President Donald Trump’s newly imposed 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.

With Ontario already bracing for a nearly $10 billion deficit in 2024-25, Crombie’s proposed cap raises some eyebrows regarding how an Ontario Liberal government would replace lost tuition revenue while ensuring colleges and universities remain financially viable.