Recent Advocacy Wins
The Vaughan Chamber has worked on policy initiatives across multiple sectors, below is a snapshot of some of the Advocacy wins we have had.
- Full Repeal of Bill 148-Through Bill 47
The
Making Ontario Open for Business Act
provided a full repeal of Bill 148, this repeal keeps the minimum wage at $14 an hour.
- Alterations to the Journeyperson Trades Program
By lowering the Journeyperson-to-Apprentice Ration to 1-1, it will be easier for trade apprentices to receive their journeyperson status.
- Bill 50, Cutting Red Tape for Motor Vehicle Dealers Act, 2018
Bill 50 allows specified auto-dealers to electronically apply for items such as permits and number plates, a common-sense method which simplifies the registration process.