Ford's Texas trip to talk trade, tariffs cost taxpayers over $93K, internal document reveals
19-08-2026 18:14 via cbc.ca

Ford's Texas trip to talk trade, tariffs cost taxpayers over $93K, internal document reveals

Ontario Premier Doug Ford's spring trip to Texas to talk trade and tariffs cost taxpayers just over $93,000, a decision note obtained by CBC News through a freedom of information request reveals. The office of the premier said in a statement the trip laid the groundwork for billions in new investment, more good-paying jobs, and stronger economic ties between Ontario and the U.S.
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