LONDON — MPP for Guelph Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to the announcement of the government’s Building Faster Fund and expansion of strong mayor powers.
“The premier is missing in action when it comes to real solutions to the housing crisis. Tough talk and band aids won’t build more homes.
Ontario …
QUEEN’S PARK — MPP for Guelph Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to the publication of the Financial Accountability Office’s Q4 Expenditure Monitor 2022-23.
“Ontarians are caught in the crosshairs of so many interconnected crises: healthcare, housing, climate, mental health – the list goes on and on.
It’s unconscionable that in the …
QUEEN’S PARK — MPP for Guelph Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to a new report showing that the wage needed to afford a one-bedroom apartment in Ontario is $25.96 an hour.
“Ontario’s housing crisis is at boiling point, and we can’t afford to wait to take action. People need help …
GUELPH — MPP Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to reports that the Premier gave feedback on a policy document that included information about the Greenbelt months before plans to open parcels for development were made public.
“The people of Ontario deserve a Premier who will be honest and transparent with …
GUELPH — MPP Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to new data showing that larger investors dominate condo ownership in smaller cities in Ontario.
Ontario’s housing crisis is at a boiling point – we can’t afford to wait to take action.
We’re already losing affordable rental towers in huge numbers as they …
GUELPH — MPP Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to concerns from Collingwood’s town staff and council that the government’s proposed Provincial Planning Statement 2023 will lead to reckless urban sprawl and impede municipalities’ ability to manage growth.
“Turbo-charging costly sprawl. Putting unsustainable pressure on our public infrastructure. Destroying watersheds and …
GUELPH — MPP Mike Schreiner made the following statement in response to news that 26 new municipalities will be receiving undemocratic strong mayor powers.
“Let’s be clear. The Premier’s attack on local democracy is not a solution to Ontario’s housing crisis.
It wasn’t when these so-called strong mayor powers were first floated last year …
QUEEN’S PARK — MPP Mike Schreiner released the following statement supporting calls from leaders in housing, farming and more for the government to abandon its attack on Ontario’s farms and greenspaces.
“I’m so inspired to see leaders from across Ontario – in farming, housing, the environment and many more sectors – pushing back …
QUEEN’S PARK — MPP for Guelph Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to new mapping showing that Ontario can deliver the next 30 years of GTHA homes and workplaces while using just a portion of the 350 km2 of land that was approved for development before 2022.
“We’ve known all along …
QUEEN’S PARK — Mike Schreiner released the following statement in response to calls from agricultural leaders and organizations across Ontario for the government to abandon Bill 97 and the Proposed Provincial Planning Statement.
“Ontario’s farmers have a clear message for the Premier: to farm, we need farmland.
Our province’s food and farming sector is …