After making it a central part of his re-election bid, experts say Ontario Premier Doug Ford will need to be ready to implement his proposed multibillion-dollar stimulus package as his new government waits to see if U.S President Donald Trump makes good on his tariff threats.
Ford won a third majority government on Thursday by positioning himself as the leader best suited to take on Trump and his plan to impose 25 per cent tariffs on most Canadian goods entering the U.S.
The PC leader’s campaign platform laid out billions in aide that could be deployed. That includes a new $5-billion Protect Ontario Account, $10 billion in support for employers through a tax deferral, up to $3 billion more in payroll and premium relief and up to $40 million for municipalities hard hit by tariffs.
In his speech on election night, Ford struck a non-partisan tone, but indicated a readiness …