Doug Ford: PCs conquer the majority government in Ontario
After 15 years of liberal rule in the province, Ontario voters have returned the progressive Conservative Party to power. Surveys were closed in much of the province at 9.00pm and the results were quick.
“My friends, help is here,” Prime Minister Doug Ford said to a festive crowd at the Toronto Convention Center. He said his party’s victory sends a clear message that Ontario is “open to business” and promised to usher in “an era of economic growth and prosperity that this province has never known before.”
“You sent a clear message, a message of hope and prosperity, a vision for the people of this province, a vision of a government that works for people,” said Ford.
A very tough campaign and I can say that Ontario is better for this, “said Ford.” We’ve had our different approaches, but we all share the goal of a better Ontario. ”
He also promised that, as premier, he will also work for those who did not vote for him.
“For those who have not supported us – I want you to know that I will work even harder to earn your trust,” he said. Ford got his seat at Etobicoke North with over 53% of the votes. last minute and we appreciate everyone’s support, I want to thank everyone, “Ford said as he left the basement of his mother’s Etobicoke home, where his family had seen the results before evening.
