Ontario Premier Doug Ford agrees to sell $21m private jet following outcry
After confirming the purchase on Friday, Ford drew critcism from political opponents who called it a "gravy plane" and "out of touch".
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Notable Quotes
"Despite the best of intentions, I have heard and agree that now is not the right time for the expense of a government plane."
— Doug Ford , Politician
"Doug Ford is turning the plane around mid-air for an emergency landing because he got caught living like a rockstar on your dime."
— Marit Stiles , Politician
"Trying to buy a private jet while families are struggling says everything you need to know about Doug Ford."
— John Fraser , Politician
"I think the fact that he’s decided that now is the time to buy a luxury, private jet – shows you just how out of touch he is with where Ontarians are at right now."
— Marit Stiles , Politician
"This year, taxpayers are paying $17.2 billion in debt interest. That is because the government has been overspending for years upon years."
— Noah Jarvis , Activist
"Despite the best of intentions, I have heard and agree that now is not the right time for the expense of a government plane."
— Doug Ford , Politician
"Now, only after intense backlash, he’s scrambling to sell his gravy plane. But it could easily be sold at a loss and sit on the books as a liability for taxpayers for months."
— John Fraser , Politician
"People are tired of seeing this government use our taxpayer dollars like its own personal piggy bank."
— Mike Schreiner , Politician
"It is completely unacceptable Ford is billing taxpayers for a private jet so he can fly around the province in luxury."
— Noah Jarvis , Activist
"Despite the best of intentions, I have heard and agree that now is not the right time for the expense of a government plane."
— Doug Ford , Politician
"Now, only after intense backlash, he’s scrambling to sell his gravy plane."
— John Fraser , Politician
"turning the plane around mid-air for an emergency landing because he got caught living like a rockstar."
— Marit Stiles , Politician
"People are tired of seeing this government use our taxpayer dollars like its own personal piggy bank."
— Mike Schreiner , Politician
"It is completely unacceptable Ford is billing taxpayers for a private jet so he can fly around the province in luxury."
— Noah Jarvis , Activist
"Despite the best of intentions, I have heard and agree that now is not the right time for the expense of a government plane."
— Doug Ford , Politician
"Doug Ford is turning the plane around mid-air for an emergency landing because he got caught living like a rockstar on your dime."
— Marit Stiles , Politician
"Trying to buy a private jet while families are struggling says everything you need to know about Doug Ford."
— John Fraser , Politician
"Buying a luxury private jet while Ontarians can't afford groceries is tone-deaf governance at its worst."
— Marit Stiles , Politician
"Despite the best of intentions, I have heard and agree that now is not the right time for the expense of a government plane."
— Doug Ford , Politician
"Now, only after intense backlash, he’s scrambling to sell his gravy plane. But it could easily be sold at a loss and sit on the books as a liability for taxpayers for months."
— John Fraser , Politician
"Ford turning the plane around mid-air for an emergency landing because he got caught living like a rockstar on the taxpayer’s dime."
— Marit Stiles , Politician
"People are tired of seeing this government use our taxpayer dollars like its own personal piggy bank."
— Mike Schreiner , Politician
"It is completely unacceptable Ford is billing taxpayers for a private jet so he can fly around the province in luxury."
— Noah Jarvis , Activist
"Despite the best of intentions, I have heard and agree that now is not the right time for the expense of a government plane."
— Doug Ford , Politician
"Despite the best of intentions, I have heard and agree that now is not the right time for the expense of a government plane."
— Doug Ford , Politician
"Now, only after intense backlash, he’s scrambling to sell his gravy plane. But it could easily be sold at a loss and sit on the books as a liability for taxpayers for months."
— John Fraser , Politician
"Doug Ford is turning the plane around mid-air for an emergency landing because he got caught living like a rockstar on your dime."
— Marit Stiles , Politician
"Let’s be honest—the Premier is only selling the jet because he got caught."
— Mike Schreiner , Politician
"One less jet landing on our waterfront."
— Josh Matlow , Politician
"Despite the best of intentions, I have heard and agree that now is not the right time for the expense of a government plane."
— Doug Ford , Politician
"Now, only after intense backlash, he’s scrambling to sell his gravy plane. But it could easily be sold at a loss and sit on the books as a liability for taxpayers for months."
— John Fraser , Politician
"Doug Ford is turning the plane around mid-air for an emergency landing because he got caught living like a rockstar on your dime."
— Marit Stiles , Politician
"Let’s be honest—the Premier is only selling the jet because he got caught."
— Mike Schreiner , Politician
"One less jet landing on our waterfront. When it comes to Doug Ford’s bullying, wasteful spending and hiding from accountability, it’s always worth taking a stand and fighting back."
— Josh Matlow , Politician
"Malgré les meilleures intentions, j’ai entendu et je conviens que ce n’est pas le bon moment pour assumer la dépense d’un avion gouvernemental."
— Doug Ford , Politician
"Doug Ford fait demi-tour en plein vol pour un atterrissage d’urgence parce qu’il s’est fait prendre à vivre comme une rockstar à vos frais."
— Marit Stiles , Politician
"Doug Ford dit que ce n’est pas le bon moment ? Il n’y a jamais de bon moment pour dépenser 28,9 millions de dollars pour un avion privé."
— John Fraser , Politician
"Despite the best of intentions, I have heard and agree that now is not the right time for the expense of a government plane."
— Doug Ford , Politician
"Despite the best of intentions, I have heard and agree that now is not the right time for the expense of a government plane."
— Doug Ford , Politician
"Now, only after intense backlash, he’s scrambling to sell his gravy plane."
— John Fraser , Politician
"turning the plane around mid-air for an emergency landing because he got caught living like a rockstar."
— Marit Stiles , Politician
"People are tired of seeing this government use our taxpayer dollars like its own personal piggy bank."
— Mike Schreiner , Politician
"It is completely unacceptable Ford is billing taxpayers for a private jet so he can fly around the province in luxury."
— Noah Jarvis , Activist
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Doug Ford is the Premier of Ontario.
John Fraser is the interim leader of the Ontario Liberal Party.
City councillor in Toronto, known for his critique of Ford.
Marit Stiles is the leader of the Ontario New Democratic Party.
Mike Schreiner is the Leader of the Green Party of Ontario.
Noah Jarvis is the Ontario director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.
Pierre Poilievre is the Conservative Leader in Canada.
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All Coverage
After confirming the purchase on Friday, Ford drew critcism from political opponents who called it a "gravy plane" and "out of touch".
Ontario is reversing course and will sell the $29-million private jet it recently purchased for Premier Doug Ford after critics and opposition leaders called it a waste of money.
The Ontario government confirmed the $28.9 million purchase of a pre-owned 2016 Bombardier Challenger 650 jet for Premier Doug Ford's travel needs.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced plans to sell a recently purchased $21 million private jet after facing criticism from political opponents who labeled it a 'gravy plane' and 'out of touch'.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford's purchase of a $21 million private jet has sparked criticism, with opponents questioning the fiscal responsibility of the decision during an affordability crisis.
Facing public backlash, Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced plans to sell a $29 million private jet purchased for his use, acknowledging that now is not the right time for such an expense.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford stated he will sell the recently purchased $28.9 million private jet, following criticism over the expense during a period of financial uncertainty for many Ontarians.
Premier Doug Ford reversed his decision to purchase a nearly $30 million private jet after public backlash.
Ontario is reversing course and will sell the $29-million private jet it bought for Premier Doug Ford after critics called it a waste of money.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced the sale of a $28.9 million private jet, following criticism over the purchase.
Ontario government plans to sell the $29 million private jet purchased for Premier Doug Ford after facing public criticism.
Ontario government announces plans to sell the $29 million private jet purchased for Premier Doug Ford following public backlash.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced plans to sell the $29-million private jet purchased for his use, following public criticism and opposition from political leaders.
Ontario's government confirmed the purchase of a pre-owned 2016 Challenger 650 jet for Premier Doug Ford, costing $28.9 million, to support his extensive travel schedule.
Premier Doug Ford stated that the province is working to sell the $28.9 million private jet purchased for his use, acknowledging public criticism over the expense.
The Ontario government plans to sell a $28.9 million private jet purchased for Premier Doug Ford, following widespread criticism and backlash from the public and opposition parties.
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