BREAKING: Premier Doug Ford says as a gesture of good faith the government is willing to rescind the legislation — if CUPE calls off the strike.
Ford says he’s willing to return to the negotiating table.
#onpoli#onted
A massive demonstration at Queen’s Park today as CUPE workers hold a “political protest” which the Ford government calls an “illegal” strike.
#onpoli#onted
The entire Ford Government gave a roaring applause as they voted in favour of trampling on workers’ rights.
They cheered as they refused to reach a deal for those who keep our schools running
They laughed as they invoked the notwithstanding clause….again
Where will they stop?
"You have no idea what you have started.
Here's a look inside the Ontario Legislature as CUPE members protested the government's unprecedented use of the notwithstanding clause to force a contract on 55,000 education support workers.
#onpoli#onted
UPDATE: Suspect has been located and is in police custody. 1 person has been pronounced deceased at the scene and 2 others have been transported to hospital.