Ontario NDP Leader Andrea Horwath has called on the government to protect jobs at the Fort Erie Race Track.
“For the second time in just over a year, workers at the Fort Erie Race Track got pink slips instead of assurances from this government throwing families and local businesses in Niagara into turmoil once again.” said Horwath.
“This government talks a good talk but will it pony up and provide stable long term funding for the horse racing industry instead of gambling with the economic future of Fort Erie and all of rural Ontario?”
The NDP Leader reminded the government that Fort Erie has already been hard hit by job losses, but the Premier refused to commit to keeping the Fort Erie Race Track open for another season. Horwath demanded a firm commitment for workers and their families.
“All bets are off for the 117th season at Fort Erie Race Track when the last race is actually held on October 15. Not only does Canadian horse racing stand to lose a jewel in its triple crown, but those horse people and track workers stand to lose a whole lot more than the Prince of Wales Stakes. They stand to lose their livelihood” said Horwath.
“When will this government stop hedging their bets and commit to sustainable funding for the Fort Erie Race Track, and tracks in communities across the province, so that horse people can plan for the future instead of preparing for the worst?”
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