As part of Budget 2024, our government is expanding the Northern Health Travel Grant in response to increased costs for health care services in the Northwest.

This includes removing the 100-KM deductible so families are reimbursed for every KM travelled.
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Under the leadership of Doug Ford, our government is delivering on our promise to build Highway 413.
 
Construction will begin in 2025, creating thousands of good union jobs and contributing $350 million to the province’s GDP every year.
 
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Today, Minister David Piccini announced that our government is introducing legislation so that investigators, wildland and volunteer firefighters have the same presumptive WSIB coverage that municipal firefighters do.

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Ontario's new core education funding is up by over $745M – the highest investment in public education history, including increased funding for Northern school boards.

We’re building schools, and boosting literacy, math, and skilled trades education.news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…

Out of sight, out of mind. Under Doug Ford we’re restricting phone usage during instructional time & banning vapes from schools.

Delivering on our promise to parents to get students #BackToBasics & focused on skills that will lead to good-paying jobs.

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The 2024 NOMA Conference was an important opportunity to hear from municipal representatives across the Northwest.

Under the leadership of Premier Ford, we continue to deliver tailored supports that respond to the unique needs of northern communities. #NOMA2024 NOMA

The Liberal Carbon Tax is harmful to families, businesses and communities of the North.

Our government will continue to fight back against the Feds to scrap this costly, punitive tax while we make life more affordable for Ontarians.

Ontario welcomes a historic $15B investment from Honda 本田技研工業 in #Alliston .

This large-scale project will see four new manufacturing plants created in #Ontario , securing and creating thousands of new jobs across our province.

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Speaking with Chief Sol Atlookan about the ongoing restoration of the John C. Yesno Education Centre.
 
Our government mobilized quickly to ensure Eabametoong First Nation has the supports they need following the school and community hub’s devastating fire.news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…

Under the leadership of Doug Ford, our government is standing up for drivers.
 
Speed limits will increase to 110 km/h on 10 sections of provincial highways carefully selected to accommodate higher speeds. news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…

With over $403K from the NOHFC, our government is expanding the workforce in the Northeast with 13 skilled-labour internships.
 
This includes Alex at TSI Powersports who now has the opportunity to gain experience right in his community. Read more: nohfc.ca/en/news/2024/o…

Today, I joined Indigenous leadership First Nations Major Projects Coalition to discuss responsible resource development in the province of Ontario.

We will continue to advance projects that will improve the health, social and economic well being of Indigenous peoples in full partnership with First Nations.

Hey #Ontario ,

So happy to spend the morning at the First Nations Major Projects Coalition w the Hon. ⁦⁦Greg Rickford⁩ , Ontario’s Min of Indigenous Affairs and Min of Northern Dev. Great discussions and great economic prospects for all of Ontario!

More: https:/fnmpc.ca

As leaders, we know it’s more important than ever for First Nations voices to be at the centre of important decisions and partnerships.

#FNMPC2024 was an opportunity for PA Will Bouma and I to have meaningful discussions about our work to advance reconciliation in Ontario.

This morning, I was honoured to attend the First Nations Major Project Coalition Conference, where we discussed our commitment to Indigenous-led economic development.

By prioritizing First Nations’ input and interests, we can help First Nations communities create jobs and

Kicking off the 7th Annual First Nations Major Projects Coalition Conference in Toronto.

This international event brings together First Nations & business leaders to highlight upcoming partnership opportunities and celebrate milestones on legacy infrastructure projects. #FNMPC2024

The investments our government is making through the NOHFC have a proven track record for creating jobs in the North.

Here’s what Marlon from Waldon Welding & Mechanical had to say ⤵️

Our government is investing $200M in a new infrastructure fund, to revitalize and construct local sport and recreation facilities across the province, including Northern & First Nations communities.

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Rick & Adam from Morin Industrial Coatings play a huge role in #NickelBelt 's fully integrated supply chain.
 
Our $781K NOHFC investment in their additional workshop means Rick's team can continue serving heavy-duty industrial partners worldwide - right from Northern Ontario.

Hearing from local business owners of Northern Ontario, they all have the same message - families and businesses are struggling under the pressures of the Carbon Tax.

It’s time the Feds wake up & listen to real people on the ground. It’s time to scrap the tax.