Ontario Premier Doug Ford faces backlash for promoting an online tool listing non-LCBO alcohol sellers during a strike involving 9,000+ LCBO employees protesting his plan to expand alcohol sales.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford faces backlash for promoting an online tool listing non-LCBO alcohol sellers amid a strike involving over 9,000 LCBO employees. The workers are protesting against Ford's plan to expand alcohol sales to convenience stores and all grocery stores, which the union representing LCBO workers argues could threaten the organization's retail dominance. Critics accuse Ford of using public funds to undermine workers' rights during the strike.

July 08, 2024
7 Articles