Ontario MPP Michael Ford, nephew of Premier Doug Ford, announced on Friday that he will not run for re-election in the upcoming provincial election expected in February. Ford cited a desire to 'take on a new chapter in my life' after serving as Ontario's minister of citizenship and multiculturalism and MPP for York South-Weston.
Ontario MPP Michael Ford says he will not run for office in the next provincial election that is expected to be held in February.Posted: Jan 24, 2025 4:13 PM EST | Last Updated: 21 minutes ago
In a statement on Friday, Ford said he has made a decision to "take on a new chapter in my life" and not seek re-election after serving as Ontario's minister of citizenship and multiculturalism and MPP for York South-Weston. "Serving the people of Toronto and Ontario has been a truly wonderful experience — one that I have not taken for granted," Ford said in the statement.
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