Ontario’s cap and trade, Canada’s price on carbon

By MPP Toby Barrett January 1st kicked off 2017 with significant price hikes at the pumps courtesy the Ontario Liberal government’s cap and trade legislation. I obviously voted against that bill. Another reality is that Canada is putting a price on carbon, the nature of which is still being negotiated with the provinces. With national … Continue reading “Ontario’s cap and trade, Canada’s price on carbon”

Last year left issues to be resolved for next year

By MPP Toby Barrett As I continue my report on the past year, the summer of 2016 saw work and meetings resulting in government agreeing to more time and public hearings on the proposed free market system for processing vegetables – a key concern for our local cucumber industry. Many issues remain unresolved as we … Continue reading “Last year left issues to be resolved for next year”

Stelco is back and hiring Barrett tells legislature

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 9, 2016     QUEEN’S PARK – Local MPP Toby Barrett talked steel-making in the Ontario Legislature as he told members Stelco is back and looking to hire. “A little over a year ago, the reforged Stelco began a process of re-establishing itself as an independent Canadian steel company at … Continue reading “Stelco is back and hiring Barrett tells legislature”

Barrett addresses energy poverty during debate

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 27, 2016   QUEEN’S PARK – Haldimand-Norfolk MPP Toby Barrett, during legislative debate, highlighted new terminology has been added to the English language. “There seems to be a new expression in the province of Ontario: energy poverty,” Barrett said in the Ontario Legislature on Monday during debate of the Ontario … Continue reading “Barrett addresses energy poverty during debate”

Barrett supports bill to revamp neonic rules

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 23, 2016   QUEEN’S PARK – Toby Barrett, Haldimand-Norfolk MPP and Critic to the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, spoke in favour of a Private Member’s Bill to allow more certified pest advisors to provide advice on neonic-treated seed. To comply with the new seed treatment rules proposed in … Continue reading “Barrett supports bill to revamp neonic rules”

Summer’s comings and goings in Haldimand-Norfolk

By MPP Toby Barrett My McCormick W-4, ‘41 Dodge and ‘53 stake truck, are set for a summer of parades and shows – Dunnville’s Mudcat, the Dover and Caledonia First of July celebrations are the warm-ups. Here are some of the happenings this summer. Vittoria will celebrate its 220th anniversary next weekend – featuring a … Continue reading “Summer’s comings and goings in Haldimand-Norfolk”

Status quo with enhanced supervision – MPP Barrett wades in on Young Canada Day debate

For Immediate Release June 20, 2016     SIMCOE – With or without the Grand Erie District School Board’s blessing, students will still attend Young Canada Day. That’s the thought from local MPP Toby Barrett who said there is such a tradition associated with the opening day of the fair that parents will allow their … Continue reading “Status quo with enhanced supervision – MPP Barrett wades in on Young Canada Day debate”

Barrett backs local food

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 9, 2016   Barrett backs local food   QUEEN’S PARK – Toby Barrett, Haldimand-Norfolk MPP and Opposition Critic to the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, paid tribute to Local Food Week in the Ontario Legislature, yesterday. “Down in Haldimand–Norfolk, we have a great appreciation for the concept of local … Continue reading “Barrett backs local food”