As of late there’s been a growing anger among grocery shoppers that goes well beyond rising prices at the checkout. Many of us might have... ...read more

We often say we live in a civilized society, which means one that is well regulated, orderly, and built upon systems aimed to ensure we... ...read more

A few years ago, while serving on the Social Policy Committee at Queen’s Park, I scrutinized a labour bill with early references to artificial intelligence.... ...read more

As I mentioned in my column last week, education is foundational for our youth as they work toward future success. Post secondary education in Ontario... ...read more

Education is the bedrock upon which our children build their futures and discover their potential. Yet today, the barriers within our schools are growing faster... ...read more

A few weeks ago, I discussed the deep interconnectedness of contraband tobacco, illicit drugs, weapons, and human trafficking. In our society, systems are inextricably linked;... ...read more

Last week, I wrote about a federal Senate report entitled Critical Ground, led by the Honourable Robert Black. In that column, I highlighted Canada’s agricultural... ...read more

Throughout my 26-year career in government, this time of year has always been affectionately known as farm meeting season. It’s when coffee shops, community halls,... ...read more

As promised in my last newspaper column, I said I would highlight some of the Haldimand-Norfolk-relevant presentations from my travel with the Ontario Government’s Finance... ...read more

As I travel blizzard-condition highways across the province for the 2026 Pre-Budget Consultations on the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs, my colleagues and... ...read more