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Ontario's government fought public workers for years. And lost billions.
Mar 28, 2024
Explore the Ontario government's failed attempt to cap pay increases for public workers, resulting in a $6 billion cost to taxpayers. Dive into the legal challenges, protests, and implications of repealing Bill 124. Understand the financial impact on the government budget and the contentious exemptions for certain public sector workers.
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- Bill 124's cap on public workers' pay led to protests and legal battles, costing Ontario $6 billion.
- Repealing Bill 124 resulted in billions in back pay for public workers, warning of escalating taxpayer costs.
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Origin and Content of Bill 124
Bill 124 was introduced in June 2019 in Ontario to cap public sector workers' salary increases at 1% for three years, sparking heavy criticism from major unions and affecting sectors like healthcare and education. The government framed it as a measure to control budget expenses, leading to legal challenges and protests.
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