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Ford expected to focus on U.S. trade, tariff protection in fall session of legislature

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A five-month break for MPPs ends today.

As the fall session of Queen’s Park starts, the Ford government is expected to continue with its agenda it says is aimed at protecting Ontario from the impact of U.S. trade tariffs.

Legislation impacting school boards and trustees is also anticipated.

The opposition also has several proposed bills carrying over from the spring session they hope will find government support.

Meanwhille, a group of environmental advocates is renewing their call for the province to repeal the controversial bill 5.

It was passed in June and lets the government designate land as “special economic zones.” That exempts the area from certain laws to speed up development.

Several First Nations say it goes against their right to be consulted before any new builds.

CUPE Ontario, the National Farmers Union, and environmental groups will present a petition against the bill later today.

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Summer Sitting Ends At Queen’s Park

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MPP’s have completed their work at Queen’s Park.

The Ontario Legislature has adjourned with Premier Doug Ford pointing to the work which was done to deal with the coronavirus.

“During this historic sitting of the Legislature we worked together to protect the public from COVID-19 and support Ontario families, businesses and communities.”

Eighteen bills passed dealing with the pandemic.

Ford says it’s unheard of but all parties collaborated to get people the support they needed.

He adds the break will allow MPP’s to return to their home communities to meet with constituents and hear their concerns.

The Legislature will resume sitting on September 14.