QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner issued the following statement in response to the Premier’s news conference:
“I’m calling on the government to implement an emergency rent fund for people who cannot pay their rent on April 1.
Yesterday’s financial update failed to deliver direct financial relief to people to offset their lost earnings.
With the …
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement after the Premier promised to enact tough measures against price gouging:
“Any business that is profiteering off this pandemic should be ashamed of themselves.
I support the province enacting measures to stop companies from jacking up the prices of goods that are in short supply …
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement about the government’s COVID-19 relief plan:
“I voted in favour of the government’s fiscal update because we need a united front against COVID-19 regardless of political differences. I support running a deficit because the priority must be saving lives, preparing our hospitals for the …
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement after the construction sector was granted a broad exemption to the shutdown of non-essential services:
“Construction workers deserve the same protections as everyone else.
I disagree with the Premier’s reactive approach and worry it will undo efforts to flatten the curve and slow the spread …
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement after emergency measures were enacted for Ontario’s long-term care homes to combat COVID-19:
“Restricting visits could take a heavy emotional toll on our elders in care.
But these measures are necessary to protect those at greatest risk from COVID-19.
I urge family members to stay in …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …