The government shouldn't make Ontario's biggest employers stand idly by, writes columnist Mitch Davidson. ...
Category: Opinion
Milloy: Hey Ontarians, don’t always look to Ottawa to fix what ails us
The first logical first step of fixing the problems exposed by COVID-19 figuring out who is in charge of what. ...
Davidson: It’s Time to Legalize Drinking in Parks Once and For All
The pandemic could prompt change in the province's outdated alcohol consumption laws, writes columnist Mitch Davidson. ...
Davidson: The thoughtful appointment of Jamil Jivani breaks the conservative mold
Every so often a political party breaks through the mold they are cast in to reveal a more complex ideological movement. ...
Milloy: How the Ontario Liberals should position themselves to beat Doug Ford in the next election
Columnist John Milloy recalls how the Grinch's small heart grew three sizes that day. ...
Davidson: Remember the Jolly Banker — the bill will come due
The bill will come due for pandemic spending, Mitch Davidson writes. ...
Harris: Maintaining confidence is key to pursuing light at end of tunnel
Businesses need to focus on adapting to ensure some kind of continuity, writes columnist Kelly Harris. ...
Davidson: It’s time to prepare plans for pandemic-related issues
Despite the uncertainty, mapping out priorities and scenarios will be critical for the government, writes columnist Mitch Davidson. ...
Milloy: Fixing Ontario’s long-term care system is going to be far from easy
Columnist John Milloy says COVID-19 has shone a light on some of society’s worst injustices, including the state of long-term care in Ontario. ...
Davidson: Ontario’s newest tax credits need to be re-evaluated amid COVID-19
Finance Minister Rod Phillips and his team must recognize that the metrics for evaluating success have changed, writes columnist Mitch Davidson. ...
Dean: Provincial and municipal public servants step forward in COVID-19 crisis
Public servants are doing critical work amid the pandemic, writes Senator Tony Dean. ...
Harris: Sometimes ya gotta cut loose – of spin
Columnist Kelly Harris writes about communications in times of emergencies. ...
Davidson: Unsolicited advice on how to ensure a successful Ontario COVID-19 recovery committee
COVID-19 means it's time for transformational thinking, writes columnist Mitch Davidson. ...
Davidson: The importance of the regional opportunities tax credit as COVID-19 relief
The Regional Opportunities Tax Credit is what rural and Northern Ontario will need after COVID-19, writes columnist Mitch Davidson. ...
Milloy: Will COVID-19 force us to pay more attention to Ontario’s low-paid workers?
Maybe COVID-19 will make us pay more attention to the rights of low-wage workers, writes columnist John Milloy. ...
Harris: What I learned from the bird flu outbreak
It's easier to tear down than to ramp up in a crisis, writes columnist Kelly Harris. ...
Davidson: How Ontario can stay ‘Open for Business’ during COVID-19
The premier needs to take real, concrete steps to protect the economy, writes columnist Mitch Davidson. ...
Milloy: The exceptional to-do list for the next Ontario Liberal Leader
Realism, perspective and setting priorities should guide the next Liberal leader, argues columnist John Milloy. ...
Davidson: Unlocking the Ring of Fire
Ontario needs to fight for the Ring of Fire like Alberta fights for resource projects, writes columnist Mitch Davidson. ...
Harris: Why Ontario should address Indigenous social issues
Indigenous economic and social issues are interrelated, argues columnist Kelly Harris. ...
Davidson: It’s Time to ‘For the People’-ize Gaming in Ontario
The province should following through on its commitment to legalize online gambling, writes columnist Mitch Davidson. ...
Milloy: The Ontario Liberal Party needs to change, but the crucial question is by how much?
Columnist John Milloy ponders whether the Ontario Liberal Party should maintain the current course or embrace radical change. ...
Davidson: Moving government offices out of Toronto would help spread the wealth
Relocating civil service jobs is an expedient way to address geographic inequality, writes columnist Mitchell Davidson. ...
Harris: Minister Lecce’s plan to get out of education strife while saving face is yet to come
Columnist Kelly Harris says a lower court ruling in favour of teachers on the government's wage-cap legislation could be a "death knell" for the Tories. ...
Hutton: Civil service needs to focus on professional and confidential advice
Leaked documents can undermine the independence and credibility of the civil service, argues columnist Deb Hutton. ...
Milloy: Maybe it’s time political parties stopped acting like private clubs
Political parties that receive taxpayer subsidies deserve accountability too, argues columnist John Milloy. ...
Harris: Finance sector rules should be based on what is best for safety and future of our industries
Columnist Kelly Harris writes just because something works in other jurisdictions doesn’t mean it’s right for Ontario. ...
Milloy: Clear worldviews missing from Liberal leadership race
It's not enough for Liberal leadership hopefuls to have big policy ideas — they also need to communicate the worldview that gives it context, writes columnist John Milloy. ...
Hutton: Why teachers shouldn’t have the right to strike
Columnist Deb Hutton makes the case that removing the right to strike from teachers would be a win-win. ...
Harris: It’s time for the Stop the Gravy Train Act
Columnist Kelly Harris writes that when it comes to scandals like Tarion, it's time to look at the bigger picture. ...
Harris: National unity is the third rail of Canadian politics
But Ontario still has a role to play in promoting it, columnist Kelly Harris writes. ...
Milloy: The case for why publicly-funded Catholic schools work
Columnist John Milloy argues that the Catholic system is performing well, and energy should be put into improving rather than abolishing it. ...
Hutton: Lessons to learn from Andrew Scheer’s failure to break through in Ontario
Columnist Deb Hutton says socially conservative views played a role in the reluctance of some Ontarians to back Scheer. ...
Hutton: Why politicians should stick to their knitting
When politicians focus on subjects that are out of their lane, the result is duplication and waste, argues columnist Deb Hutton. ...
Harris: Political parties stay in their lanes when that’s what’s best for them
The relationship between federal and provincial parties is more nuanced than it might first seem. ...
Milloy: When it comes to investing in higher education, the government shouldn’t shake it off
The government should look at the dividends from investing in colleges and universities, argues columnist John Milloy. ...
Hutton: There are reasons to be optimistic on the education file
In spite of the new approach from Education Minister Stephen Lecce, columnist Deb Hutton is still taking steps to prepare for a potential labour stoppage. ...
Harris: Prorogation could help Ford government ‘win back the agenda’
Premier Doug Ford should consider proroguing the Ontario legislature to put a fresh face on his government, columnist Kelly Harris writes. ...
Milloy: How the premier can reform patronage
The premier can instil greater confidence in the appointments process by providing more transparency and detail, columnist John Milloy writes. ...
Hutton: A lobbyist by definition is a person who takes part in an organized attempt to influence legislators
Columnist Deb Hutton says if done honestly and professionally, lobbying is an important part of a democratic system of government. ...
How political staffers should prepare for post-election musical chairs
With an election on the horizon that can mean big changes for political staffers, writes columnist Kelly Harris. ...
Milloy: Hey Premier Ford, while you’re trying to fix patronage, why not reform political fundraising as well?
Trying to reform something in politics shouldn't be done in the middle of a storm, columnist John Milloy writes. ...
Hutton: What the premier should look for in his next chief of staff
The next top political staffer faces significant challenges, but it's also an unparalleled experience, writes columnist Deb Hutton. ...
Harris: The key to becoming a valuable stakeholder is by helping government to help themselves
Columnist Kelly Harris says the way stakeholders can move their issues forward is by doing the legwork and aligning interests with the government of the day. ...
Andy Manahan: Why reforming environmental assessments is a good move for Ontario
In a guest op-ed, the executive director of the Residential and Civil Construction Alliance of Ontario makes the case for eliminating duplication in EAs. ...
Milloy: Memo to Premier Ford — if you don’t like the booing, don’t just change your ministers, change your story
The list of Ford's cuts "fails to tell a story about the government’s priorities or overall deficit reduction strategy," writes columnist John Milloy. ...
Hutton: One year later there’s lots to celebrate from the Ford government
Columnist Deb Hutton also says that the government can do a better job explaining its vision going forward to gain the trust and support of Ontarians. ...
Milloy: When it comes to making friends, politicians need to be careful
Newfound political allies can be exciting, but columnist John Milloy warns that the relationships come with pitfalls. ...
Hutton: Ideas for improving education that go beyond class size
More attention should be paid to support children with differing abilities in the classroom, writes columnist Deb Hutton. ...
Milloy: Don’t get distracted by beer and logos
Focus on the items that matter most, like cuts to legal aid or education changes, argues columnist John Milloy. ...
Close
By registering or logging in, you are agreeing to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Close
By registering or logging in, you are agreeing to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Close
By registering or logging in, you are agreeing to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Close