The Legislature recessed for the summer on June 20, however a number of standing committees will continue to deliberate and receive public delegations throughout the summer. And of course the best part of the Legislature recessing is that I can devote more time to local problems and concerns rather than the political charades and nonsense of Queen’s Park and Toronto.

May 31st marked the 85th anniversary of the repeal of prohibition in Ontario, which was the result of a referendum in 1924. Many people believe that referendums are an American concept and shouldn't be allowed in Ontario, but I think they’re a great way for people to rid society of terrible laws and participate in democracy. Here is my statement on repeal day.

This letter was issued to the Medical Officer of Health regarding regulations governing Small Drinking Water Systems.

Time for another scuttlebutt update on Freedom, Justice and Democracy from Queen’s Park.

The next few weeks will be pretty hectic, not only with the real business of the Legislature, but also with the frivolity that is always present in a minority parliament. I'm sure you have heard some of the rumours of Dalton trying to lure opposition members to resign with extravagant patronage positions so that he may yet get a majority, but I can assure you he hasn't approached me yet, but if he does I'll let everyone know ASAP.

Two weeks ago I sent you an update from Queens Park entitled "The Scuttlebutt from Queens Park" and received so much positive response I've decided to do it again.

As you are probably aware the three pillars which guide my political undertakings are "Freedom, Justice & Democracy"

Much of what happens in Ontario politics never makes it into the media. I am one of many voices and representatives at Queen’s Park; here’s a bit of what I have been doing to represent my constituents’ interests, and for the betterment of Ontario.

Letter to Minister Bentley, Minister of Energy, expressing opposition to the Feed In Tariff Program and wind energy projects.