Doug Ford said last week it was 'just not fair' that Ontario politicians have not received a raise since 2007, suggesting it was one reason he has promoted some within his caucus.
There appears to be only lukewarm interest at Queen’s Park in addressing political salaries, as Ontario Premier Doug Ford acknowledges that one of his reasons for promoting some MPPs is “unfair” base salaries and the province’s “tough” cost of living.
Both the Ontario NDP and Liberals said they were open to a cross-party committee to weigh in on potential compensation changes but said there were bigger issues that needed to be handled first.For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.
“That’s a conversation that an all-party committee can have to make some decisions about what reasonable increases are over the years.”
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