To:  

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario

The Office of the Integrity Commissioner

The Office of the Auditor General

All Concerned Residents of Ontario

We, the undersigned residents of Ontario, call for the immediate resignation of Premier Doug Ford. Over multiple years, his administration has repeatedly violated public trust, weakened democratic institutions, and enacted policies that have harmed Ontario’s economy, environment, and social fabric. The pattern is now undeniable: systemic governance failure.

I. Key Violations and Impacts

1. Corruption, Cronyism, and Misuse of Public Power

The 2025 Auditor General report found that $742 million in job-training funds were awarded to low-ranked applicants, bypassing fair review and raising concerns of political favoritism.

The Greenbelt land removals benefited developers with close ties to the Premier’s inner circle, including the De Gasperis family.

The Ontario Science Centre closure, paired with Ontario Line land transactions, appear to have disproportionately benefited private landholders positioned to profit from redevelopment.

These actions undermine OECD principles of transparency, integrity, and impartiality.

2. Healthcare Failures and Politicized Appointments

Ontario remains critically short of $10/day childcare spaces—only 36,000 of the promised 86,000 have been delivered.

Ford appointed personal ally Rueben Devlin as a healthcare advisor at $350,000/year, exceeding the Premier’s own salary.

Privatization and chronic underfunding have worsened access to care, especially in rural, northern, and marginalized communities.

These failures obstruct progress toward SDG 3 (Good Health and Well‑Being).

3. Education Undermined

The government used back‑to‑work legislation to end the York University strike, suppressing academic labour rights.

Curriculum rollbacks and funding cuts have weakened Ontario’s global competitiveness and hindered progress toward SDG 4 (Quality Education).

4. Environmental Rollbacks and Climate Regression

Bill 66 allowed municipalities to bypass clean water protections.

Cancellation of the Cap and Trade program reversed years of climate progress.

Ontario is not on track to meet its 2030 climate commitments, violating SDG 13 (Climate Action).

5. Economic Mismanagement

Youth and racialized unemployment remain disproportionately high.

Manufacturing, agriculture, and clean‑tech sectors have suffered from inconsistent policy direction and lack of investment.

Privatization of liquor sales and other public assets risks long‑term fiscal instability.

6. Democratic Erosion and Legislative Overreach

Bill 5 (2018–present impact)

Slashed Toronto City Council mid‑election, undermining local democracy.

Disrupted Indigenous representation in land governance and violated the Duty to Consult.

Contravened the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, including:

#43: Implement UNDRIP

#45: Reaffirm nation‑to‑nation relationships

Election Reform Power Grab (October 27, 2025)

The government introduced sweeping changes that would:

Eliminate fixed election dates, enabling the Premier to call elections at will—potentially extending his term to 2030.

Raise donation limits from $3,400 to $5,000, tripling the cap since 2018.

Make per‑vote subsidies permanent without review.

Remove pre‑election spending limits for third‑party groups, enabling unchecked lobbying.

These reforms were introduced without public consultation, violating SDG 16 (Strong Institutions) and OECD standards on stakeholder participation.

7. Gaming Revenue Inequities and Indigenous Exclusion

Ontario has generated record OLG revenues, yet First Nations report inequitable benefit and exclusion from decision‑making.

While Six Nations received $115M since 2008, leaders warn that provincial control threatens Indigenous sovereignty and economic self‑determination.

This violates SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) and SDG 16 (Inclusive Institutions).

8. World Series Ad Scandal (October 2025)

The government spent $75 million on a U.S.‑targeted World Series ad using a 1987 Ronald Reagan speech.

The ad triggered a diplomatic backlash:

U.S. President Donald Trump terminated trade talks with Canada.

A 10% tariff was imposed on Ontario exports, harming auto and steel sectors.

The Reagan Foundation condemned the unauthorized use of archival material.

Ontario taxpayers absorbed the cost of a campaign that produced no policy gains.

II. Governance Scoreboard: Ontario vs. SDG & OECD Standards

 
 

 

 

III. Calls to Action

We demand that the Government of Ontario:

1. Restore Democratic Integrity

Rescind Bill 5 and restore democratic representation with full Indigenous consultation.

Reverse election law changes introduced on October 27, 2025.

Implement UNDRIP across all provincial legislation.

2. Establish Indigenous Governance Mechanisms

Create a permanent Indigenous Civic Council to advise on urban planning, environment, and economic policy.

Ensure equitable gaming revenue sharing and uphold free, prior, and informed consent.

3. Launch a Full Public Inquiry

Into:

Land deals

Gaming revenue distribution

Public advertising expenditures

Legislative abuses and misuse of executive power

4. Rebuild Public Services

Restore environmental protections

Reinvest in healthcare and education

Strengthen Ontario’s industrial and clean‑tech future

V. Conclusion

Ontario deserves a government that serves all people, not the well‑connected few.

We, the undersigned, call for the immediate resignation of Premier Doug Ford and the restoration of transparent, accountable, and democratic governance in Ontario.

Sign this petition to protect Ontario’s integrity, economy, and future.

Together, we can rebuild trust, uphold justice, and create a province rooted in fairness, sustainability, and strong institutions.