Wynne Government Attacking Credibility of Auditor General
The people of Ontario have to ask themselves who are they going to believe: the independent auditor general or a scandal-plagued Wynne government?” said MPP Vic Fedeli, Official Opposition finance critic.”
Wynne government mismanagement will cost us in long run
“The financial accountability officer (FAO) has said the Wynne government is using one-time money from asset sales and contingency funds to artificially balance the budget, and today’s Fall Economic Statement confirms they’re doubling down on this reckless strategy.“It’s completely unsustainable,” Fedeli said.
Budget watchdog doesn’t see Ontario’s books balanced by 2017-18
Finance critic Vic Fedeli said he believes the government will temporarily balance the budget through asset sales, such as selling more shares in Hydro One. “They will sell anything that isn’t nailed down and that’s the only way, according to the FAO, that they’re going to balance artificially, is by the one-time sale of assets,” he said.
Business, families feeling pinch from hydro costs
Fedeli called the Milman Industries Inc. energy bill “a prime example” of how the Kathleen Wynne government’s failed energy policy is affecting Northern businesses and jobs.
Financial literacy classes ‘critical’
“A firm grasp on financial matters helps us live a secure and fulfilling life. As Financial Literacy Month approaches, we all have a vested interest in helping younger Ontarians manage their finances responsibly,” Fedeli said.
Fedeli honours key contributors to Patch4Patch program
“There wasn’t a dry eye in the legislature and I thank my 106 colleagues in the legislature before unanimously approving this and making this the law of the land in Ontario.”
Ontario debt to soar by $50 billion over four years: FAO
Tory finance critic Vic Fedeli says it’s just a matter of time before interest rates jump, and the government needs to be prepared.
“For families, this means whether it’s health care or education, they’re all under siege by this government whose debts are mounting.”