QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement after the Ontario government announced a shut down of non-essential workplaces on Wednesday:
“I support the government’s continued efforts to keep people in Ontario safe.
The more clear the instructions that the government can provide people, the easier it will be for individuals, businesses and …
Month: March 2020
Schreiner calls for emergency income security for people, businesses and nonprofits
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement about providing relief to everyone affected by the COVID-19 outbreak:
“People in Ontario are adjusting to a stark new reality as the COVID-19 pandemic disrupts nearly every aspect of our lives.
I want to restate my support for the Premier’s declaration of a state of …
Schreiner supports decision to declare a state of emergency
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement after the Premier declared a provincial state of emergency:
“Every hour counts to limit the spread of Covid-19 and prepare our healthcare system for what is to come.
I agree with the decision to declare a state of emergency and restrict non-essential commercial activities at …
Premier Teases Emergency COVID-19 Worker Protection Legislation
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement after the Premier’s Press Conference teasing legislation to protect workers during the COVID-19 crisis:
“It’s essential that people are protected during this crisis.
We all need to come together to support each other and that includes politicians working across party lines.
While we do not have …
Schreiner statement on school closure over COVID-19
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement after the province ordered a two-week closure of public schools following March break:
“This is an aggressive step, but I agree with it if it follows the recommendations of Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer.
Many families will be travelling abroad during the March break and we …
Schreiner meets with Premier to discuss COVID-19
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement after meeting with the Premier and leaders of other parties to discuss COVID-19:
“I appreciate the Premier, Minister of Health, Minister of Finance and Chief Medical Officer of Health taking the time to meet with leaders of all four parties today to give us …
Premier must share funding details for COVID-19 response
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement after the first possible community transmission case of COVID-19 and the announcement of federal funding:
Now that the federal government has announced an emergency funding package and Ontario has its first possible case of community transmission, the Government must be transparent with people about …
Government’s flooding strategy rings hollow
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement after the release of the province’s Flooding Strategy:
“I would take this strategy more seriously if the Minister had attached any funding to it.
But on the eve of another spring flooding season, the Minister has put out a bunch of flood mitigation ideas without …
Schreiner statement on province’s new mental health plan
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement regarding the province’s announcement of a plan to build a new mental health and addictions system:
“I’m skeptical of the Premier’s commitment to investing in front-line mental health solutions.
A new mental health strategy is cold comfort to 28,000 kids on a waiting list that …