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Premier Ford stops short of full endorsement but says Chow has his support
Ford praised Chow’s leadership and said the province will keep supporting her as Toronto heads toward its October vote.
- On Wednesday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford signaled strong support for Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow's re-election, praising their "phenomenal" relationship and urging voters to "read between the lines" of his comments.
- The premier's stance marks a sharp reversal from 2023, when Ford warned that electing Chow would be an "unmitigated disaster," but the leaders have since collaborated on the $353 million Gardiner Expressway and Don Valley Parkway takeover.
- Ford highlighted their financial partnership, noting the province has provided over $9 billion in funding to Toronto during Chow's term, a pillar for her re-election campaign.
- Mayoral rivals Brad Bradford and Chris Alexander criticized the premier's signaling, arguing the mayor lacks independence from provincial interests and cannot effectively push back against Ford.
- Toronto voters head to the polls on October 26, with approximately 50 candidates competing for mayor, as Ford's rhetoric significantly shapes the campaign's final stretch.
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Doug Ford praises Olivia Chow, hints at support in mayoral race
What to know Ontario Premier Doug Ford appeared to signal support for Olivia Chow at a Wednesday morning press conference. Ford praised his relationship with Chow and said she is “doing an incredible job.” When asked about his position in the municipal election, Ford told reporters to “read between the lines.” Ford did not explicitly endorse Chow, after previously saying he did not want to get involved in the race. Ontario Premier Doug Ford has…
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