It was a milestone moment this week for the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (EOWC) which participated in an Advocacy Day at Queen’s Park that included a meeting with Premier Doug Ford.
Members of the EOWC’s 103 municipalities, cabinet ministers and MPPs were also in attendance at Tuesday’s event which championed three regional priorities:
• strengthening economic resilience in the face of tariffs and global uncertainty;
• streamlining investment in municipal infrastructure; and
• accelerating housing development.
EOWC leaders presented data on Eastern Ontario’s economic drivers and top business sectors and outlined ways municipalities have supported the Premier’s commitment to “Protect Ontario” – demonstrating how Eastern Ontario is ready to partner to ensure Eastern Ontario remains open for business.
The Advocacy Day highlighted the importance of provincial/municipal collaboration in building stronger, more resilient communities.
“This was a milestone moment for the EOWC,” stated EOWC Chair Bonnie Clark. “We came to Queen’s Park with clear priorities, strong regional alignment, and a willingness to work with the province. We thank Premier Ford and his cabinet for engaging directly with us. Our caucus is ready and willing to work together to deliver housing, infrastructure and economic growth throughout our communities.”
Mayor of Prince Edward County Steve Ferguson is vice-chair of the EOWC.
Bay of Quinte MPP Tyler Allsopp and Northumberland-Peterborough South MPP and Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development David Piccini also participated in the event.
