Columnist Tony Dean expected he'd be paying a senior's fare by the time he'd be able to ride a train to Pearson airport, but is happy to report the project will be delivered on time and on budget - and he won't mind payi ...
Author Archives: Tony Dean
Dean: Battle of the ombuds – Bill 8 corrects an oversight
Columnist Tony Dean observes the government's new accountability and transparency law expands the powers of the provincial ombudsman but rightfully keeps a Toronto ombudsman in place. ...
Dean: Place-based seniors’ services coming of age in Ontario
Columnist Tony Dean explains how a new program that delivers an important community service also serves as a good example of the role of government in building 'public sector markets.' ...
Dean: Scary tax talk, teacher deal savings make for a big week
Columnist Tony Dean also observes that the week could have been even more momentous had Prime Minister Stephen Harper deigned to meet with Premier Kathleen Wynne. ...
Dean: Leadership in place as pension plan builds momentum
Columnist Tony Dean says the ruling Liberals have made the new provincial pension plan a priority and that it will be a key element in the Fall Economic Statement being unveiled Monday. ...
Dean: Sparks fly in active, entertaining week at Queen’s Park
Columnist Tony Dean observes there was much to cheer on the economic front - if it could be heard over the rancor as the opposition hammered away at the health ministry (as Doug Ford lurked in the background) ...
Dean: Auto insurance bill puts the hook on roadside scamming
Columnist Tony Dean says the Liberal government's new legislation would fill large gaps in consumer protection and road safety, including in the rough-and-tumble auto towing industry ...
Dean: Reading the tea leaves on spending and savings
Columnist Tony Dean observes how the fall economic statement will be closely watched by political junkies and the financial community - especially considering the Liberals' ambitious infrastructure plans and complication ...
Dean: In Ebola crisis, lessons from SARS come in handy
Columnist Tony Dean observes there has been an pro-active, but appropriately measured, response from Ontario health officials that makes the safety of front-line health workers a top priority. ...
Dean: Bending the cost curve in health spending
Columnist Tony Dean admits he was skeptical that the government could rein in health care spending but reports that significant progress is being made: It boils down to how the system is funded. ...
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