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Michael Ford steps away from Ontario cabinet duties, citing health

In a statement today, Michael Ford says he informed the premier today that he is taking a leave of absence from cabinet, effective immediately.

Published Sep 20, 2024 at 7:01pm

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Michael Ford steps away from Ontario cabinet duties, citing health
Minister of Citizenship and Multiculturalism, Michael Ford shakes hands with Premier Doug Ford at the swearing-in ceremony at Queen’s Park in Toronto on June 24, 2022. (Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press)

Ontario's minister of citizenship and multiculturalism, who is also Premier Doug Ford's nephew, says he is temporarily stepping away from his cabinet duties.

In a statement today, Michael Ford says he informed the premier today that he is taking a leave of absence from cabinet, effective immediately.

Ford says he needs to prioritize his health and well-being over the next couple of months.

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