New Democrats have been leading the fight to protect our Greenbelt.
The Greenbelt Grab
Marit Stiles and the Ontario NDP have been leading the fight to protect the Greenbelt, consistently challenging the Conservatives on their questionable land deals that have enriched a select few Conservative Party donors to the tune of $8.3 billion.
The recent Auditor General's special report paints a clear picture: corruption at the highest levels. The report confirms the direct involvement of the Premier and the Housing Minister, showcasing orchestrated actions that go against the advice of experts, the will of Ontarians, and ethical standards.
Key Events Leading to the Special Report:
- Ford's Conservatives made repeated assurances they wouldn't touch the Greenbelt.
- A leaked video from 2018 exposed Ford discussing Greenbelt development with top-tier developers.
- Contrary to election promises, in November 2022, the government unveiled a plan to carve out 7,400 acres of the protected Greenbelt.
- Stiles and the NDP called for an Auditor General probe into these land removals, highlighting potential conflicts of interest with developers like Silvio DeGasperis and Michael Rice.
- Stiles lodged several complaints with the Integrity Commissioner, spotlighting potential violations of the Members’ Integrity Act.
- Evidence hinted at plans for a hospital on Greenbelt land, suggesting prior knowledge of the land's development status.
- Solicitations at the Premier’s daughter’s wedding, attended by benefiting developers, intensified the concerns.
- The Auditor General's report confirmed that the Premier directed the Housing Minister in these dealings, showcasing orchestrated actions at the highest levels.
The trail of questionable dealings and potential conflicts surrounding the Greenbelt has been long and winding. This isn't just about preserving our cherished Greenbelt—it's about ensuring that the very foundations of our government remain transparent, accountable, and free from backroom dealings.
Following the release of the Auditor General's report, we're calling for:
- The immediate resgination of Housing Minister Steve Clark
- Recalling the Legislature to return the lands in question to the Greenbelt
- The Conservatives not stand in the way of the Integrity Commissioner's investigation, and any further investigations into the Greenbelt Grab.
Ontarians deserve nothing less, and we will continue to use every tool we have to protect our Greenbelt.
The Greenbelt Grab
Marit Stiles and the Ontario NDP have been leading the fight to protect the Greenbelt, consistently challenging the Conservatives on their questionable land deals that have enriched a select few Conservative Party donors to the tune of $8.3 billion.
The recent Auditor General's special report paints a clear picture: corruption at the highest levels. The report confirms the direct involvement of the Premier and the Housing Minister, showcasing orchestrated actions that go against the advice of experts, the will of Ontarians, and ethical standards.
Key Events Leading to the Special Report:
- Ford's Conservatives made repeated assurances they wouldn't touch the Greenbelt.
- A leaked video from 2018 exposed Ford discussing Greenbelt development with top-tier developers.
- Contrary to election promises, in November 2022, the government unveiled a plan to carve out 7,400 acres of the protected Greenbelt.
- Stiles and the NDP called for an Auditor General probe into these land removals, highlighting potential conflicts of interest with developers like Silvio DeGasperis and Michael Rice.
- Stiles lodged several complaints with the Integrity Commissioner, spotlighting potential violations of the Members’ Integrity Act.
- Evidence hinted at plans for a hospital on Greenbelt land, suggesting prior knowledge of the land's development status.
- Solicitations at the Premier’s daughter’s wedding, attended by benefiting developers, intensified the concerns.
- The Auditor General's report confirmed that the Premier directed the Housing Minister in these dealings, showcasing orchestrated actions at the highest levels.
The trail of questionable dealings and potential conflicts surrounding the Greenbelt has been long and winding. This isn't just about preserving our cherished Greenbelt—it's about ensuring that the very foundations of our government remain transparent, accountable, and free from backroom dealings.
Following the release of the Auditor General's report, we're calling for:
- The immediate resgination of Housing Minister Steve Clark
- Recalling the Legislature to return the lands in question to the Greenbelt
- The Conservatives not stand in the way of the Integrity Commissioner's investigation, and any further investigations into the Greenbelt Grab.
Ontarians deserve nothing less, and we will continue to use every tool we have to protect our Greenbelt.
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Housing Minister Steve Clark must resign
Housing Minister Steve Clark was at the center of shady Conservative dealings, and given the overwhelming evidence against him, he must resign now.
