Sneh Duggal, Author at QP Briefing

Doug Ford stands by Ron Taverner appointment amid continued concerns over alleged political interference

Integrity Commissioner David Wake confirms that an NDP-requested inquiry of Ford in his government’s appointment of Taverner is underway. ...

Your morning briefing

Your morning briefing for Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2018. ...

PCs reject NDP motion calling for select committee on Ron Taverner appointment

Ron Taverner ‘rescinded his resignation’ and is back with the Toronto Police Service. ...

Government ‘reviewing’ Indigenous Culture Fund, while concern mounts over reports of slashed funding

“They put it in front of us and then they took it away,” says Anishinaabe artist and writer. ...

NDP calls for further review into Ron Taverner appointment

NDP MPP Kevin Yarde said it's "troublesome" if Taverner knew about the premier's alleged request for a "camper-type vehicle." ...

Your morning briefing

Your morning briefing for Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018. ...

In brief: Federal ministers talk CUSMA, Premier Ford flaunts Ontario as investment destination

A collection of briefs on the news of the day. ...

PCs plan to remove goods such as mattresses, stuffed toys from TSSA authority

While the government says federal laws will do the job, some are concerned the change would increase safety risks to consumers. ...

Your morning briefing

Your morning roundup of news and agenda items for Tuesday, Dec. 11. ...

Ontario Human Rights Commission wants PCs to ‘move forward’ on police oversight reforms

This comes in the wake of a new OHRC report that found black people in Toronto were almost 20 times more likely than white people to be shot and killed by police. ...

Environment minister won’t be attending UN climate conference, says much work to be done here

The environment ministry will send a 'climate change policy expert' to the conference from Dec. 8-14. ...

Your morning briefing

Your morning briefing for Friday, Dec. 7, 2018. ...

Ombudsman says his office will ‘respect and build’ on the legacies of child advocate and French language services commissioner

Paul Dubé says the French language services commissioner will continue to promote French language rights and issue an annual report.’ ...

OSAP funding up, but increase to post-secondary enrolment remains ‘modest’: AG report

NDP deputy leader John Vanthof says OSAP isn’t just about boosting enrolment, but ensuring students graduate with less debt. ...

Your question period briefing: friends and enemies

What was asked and answered in question period on Dec. 5, 2018. ...

AG report 2018: Legal Aid Ontario could save up to $21 million if it reduces ODSP cases

Auditor general also suggests better collaboration between Legal Aid Ontario, social services ministry and Social Benefits Tribunal. ...

AG report 2018: Education system in Ontario needs IT overhaul

While some classrooms see students assigned their own computer, others see eight sharing one piece of equipment. ...

Your question period briefing: a very McVety Christmas

What was asked and answered in question period on Dec. 4, 2018. ...

Your morning briefing

Your morning roundup of news and agenda items for Tuesday, Dec. 4. ...

Ontario’s French language services commissioner calls proposed changes to his office a ‘setback’ for francophones

The provincial child advocate says his office’s work to protect children and youth would be ‘wiped out with a stroke of a pen.’ ...

Ontario asking Ottawa to grant its request for 1,000 more economic immigrants in 2019 through provincial nominee program

Ontario wants to be able to nominate up to 7,600 people for permanent residency through an economic immigration program. ...

Your morning briefing

Your morning roundup of news and agenda items for Friday, Nov. 30. ...

In brief: former premier promotes bus safety, NDP leader talks predictability, and boosting supply key housing issue for Clark

A collection of briefs on the news of the day. ...

‘If it’s not broken, don’t fix it:’ supporter of child advocate’s office

Youth gathered at Queen's Park to protest the government's plan to scrap the child advocate's office. ...

‘A promise made, a promise reconfirmed and a promise not kept:’ Amanda Simard on French language university

PC MPP Amanda Simard tried to vote in favour of an NDP motion to reverse the government’s cuts to francophone services. ...

Your question period briefing: climate plan date drops

What was asked in Question Period for Wednesday, Nov. 28. ...

PC MPP Amanda Simard said she’s ‘pushed the limits’ with vocal opposition to French services cuts

Francophone Affairs Minister Caroline Mulroney says she hasn’t spoken to Simard, but that she’s ‘welcome to bring her ideas forward.’ ...

Your morning briefing

Your morning roundup of news and agenda items for Tuesday, Nov. 27. ...

In brief: Francophone affairs minister sworn in, supporting home-building, new round tables, an inquest, and protecting firefighters

A collection of briefs on the news of the day. ...

Your question period briefing: ‘The ship has already left the dock’

What was asked in question period for Monday, Nov. 26. ...

Government announces changes to social assistance, some worry about plan to redefine “disability”

Social Services Minister Lisa MacLeod said the province will ‘align’ the definition of ‘disability’ with federal guidelines. ...

Rape crisis centre says it’s still in the dark about expected funding

The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services announced $11.5 million in funding to counter violence against women, but rape crisis centres aren’t included. ...