By MPP Bobbi Ann Brady The second week of my return to Queen’s Park felt like a watershed moment—not for headlines, but for the groundwork being quietly and deliberately laid. My team and I are building toward something bigger, something that reflects the voices too often left out of the conversation. From the moment I
By MPP Bobbi Ann Brady As you, the hardworking taxpayer of Ontario, continue to bust your hump to provide for your family — juggling rising costs, longer hours, and growing uncertainty — the only solace being offered by your provincial government is that they are standing on the sidelines, first aid kit in hand, offering
By MPP Bobbi Ann Brady As of late there’s been a growing anger among grocery shoppers that goes well beyond rising prices at the checkout. Many of us might have already been plagued by the nagging suspicion that we are not always getting what we believe we are paying for. From unclear country-of-origin labelling to
By MPP Bobbi Ann Brady We often say we live in a civilized society, which means one that is well regulated, orderly, and built upon systems aimed to ensure we all feel safe and secure in our daily lives. Disagreements are inevitable, but they are meant to be handled with respect, open communication and a
By MPP Bobbi Ann Brady A few years ago, serving on the Social Policy Committee at Queen’s Park, I scrutinized a labour bill with early references to artificial intelligence. I remember feeling concern. AI was already weaving its way into legislation, yet as policymakers, we were only beginning to understand its scope and implications. So,
By MPP Bobbi Ann Brady As I mentioned in my column last week, education is foundational for our youth as they work toward future success. Post‑secondary education in Ontario is essential to strengthening our labour force and driving economic growth, equipping students with the skills, innovation capacity, and credentials needed to meet evolving industry demands
By MPP Bobbi Ann Brady Education is the bedrock upon which our children build their futures and discover their potential. Yet today, the barriers within our schools are growing faster than our solutions. As a member of the Government’s Finance and Economic Affairs Committee, I recently wrapped up pre-budget consultations across the province. What I
By MPP Bobbi Ann Brady A few weeks ago, I discussed the deep interconnectedness of contraband tobacco, illicit drugs, weapons, and human trafficking. In our society, systems are inextricably linked; relieving pressure in one area often triggers a positive chain reaction. It is with this in mind that I am advocating for increased investments in
By MPP Bobbi Ann Brady Last week, I wrote about a federal Senate report entitled Critical Ground, led by the Honourable Robert Black. In that column, I highlighted Canada’s agricultural sector and described it for what it truly is: an economic powerhouse that feeds our country, supports rural communities, and strengthens our national security. This
By MPP Bobbi Ann Brady Throughout my 26-year career in government, this time of year has always been affectionately known as farm meeting season. It’s when coffee shops, community halls, and banquet rooms across rural Ontario fill with producers and farm leaders, coming together to reflect on the year behind us, compare notes on current