Ontario's diversity key to a
stronger economy: McGuinty
TORONTO,
June 19 /CNW/ - Ontario Liberal Leader Dalton McGuinty says our
province's tremendous diversity is one of our greatest strengths, and is
the key to a stronger economy.
"The
strength of this province depends on our diversity," said McGuinty.
"Our cultural diversity is the key to expanding and our trade and
business links world-wide, resulting in a stronger economy, and a stronger
Ontario."
Ontario's
diversity is the result of immigration, which has had a powerful,
beneficial impact on our province.
"Thanks
to immigration, we have the most diverse population on the planet. We will
leverage our diversity to attract investment, grow our economy, and make
Ontario stronger."
The
importance of immigration is highlighted in the economic growth section of
our platform, because Ontario Liberals recognize it as a strength. In
contrast, the Eves Tories mention immigration policy in the crime section
of their platform.
Other
key parts of the Ontario Liberal plan for the economy include:
- Holding the line on
taxes while balancing the budget.
- Building North
America's best workforce, by freezing tuition, doubling the number of
apprenticeships in the skilled trades, and removing the barriers facing
foreign-trained professionals and trades people.
- Attracting new
investment in auto and other key industries.
Top
financial experts, including a forensic accountant and two senior
economists, have signed off on our plan. They confirmed that our platform
is prudent and financially responsible.
In
contrast, top financial institutions tell us that the Eves Tories are
hiding a deficit as high as $2 billion, while at the same time offering
$3.2 billion more in tax giveaways to corporations and $500 million for
private schools.
"Ontario
Liberals will strengthen our province by strengthening our economy."
For
further information: Contact: Tracey Sobers, (416) 314-8975.