Ontario Premier Doug Ford expressed optimism on Sunday regarding a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney scheduled for Monday. The aim of the meeting is to secure federal approval for Ontario to sell alcohol online.
Agreements with Alberta and Saskatchewan
Ford recently signed agreements with Alberta and Saskatchewan to eliminate trade barriers, contingent upon Ottawa’s approval. These agreements were formalized in Saskatoon and include:
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Mutual Recognition: The memorandum of understanding between Saskatchewan and Ontario will allow both provinces to recognize each other’s goods, workers, and investments, enhancing trade.
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Simplified Professional Requirements: The agreement with Alberta seeks to streamline requirements for regulated professions, such as skilled trades, facilitating easier cross-provincial work.
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Direct Alcohol Sales: The agreements also aim to advance measures that would enable provinces to sell alcohol directly to consumers, pending federal permission.
Ford’s Concerns and Economic Impact
Ford has voiced frustrations over federal laws that hinder online alcohol sales, which he believes could significantly benefit retailers. He argues that allowing home delivery of wine could potentially increase revenue for retailers by $100 million annually in Ontario alone.
Importance of Speed in Project Development
During a news conference at the Prairieland Park Exhibition Centre in Saskatoon, Ford emphasized the importance of speed in executing projects. He stated, "It all depends on speed right now in getting projects built."
Upcoming Meeting with Prime Minister Carney
The meeting between the premiers and Carney is set for Monday morning at the same venue. They are expected to discuss major nation-building projects that could stimulate the economy, according to sources close to Carney.
Political Context
Carney was appointed Prime Minister last week following Justin Trudeau’s resignation amid allegations of corruption within the Liberal Party leadership race. Trudeau announced his departure after nearly a decade in leadership and plans to resign from his Parliament seat representing the Montreal riding of Papineau.
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