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“The news about Dr. Fisman is deeply concerning. Unfortunately, we learned about this matter through the media. Neither the Premier nor his cabinet were aware of this potential conflict.
“The news about Mr. Fisman is deeply concerning. Unfortunately, we learned about this matter through the media. Neither the Premier nor his cabinet were made aware of this perceived conflict, raising additional concerns about transparency.
Ontarians have put their trust in us to make difficult decisions based on sound, impartial public health advice. Our expectation is that anyone involved in providing advice to the government in this capacity would do so absent of agenda or bias, and therefore this paid relationship raises legitimate concerns.
Ontarians deserve better than this. They have put their trust in us to make difficult decisions based on sound, impartial public health advice. Our expectation is that anyone advising the government in this capacity would do so absent of agenda or bias.
While the COVID-19 Science Advisory Table is an independent voluntary group of experts that provides advice to the government on matters of critical importance, it is our expectation that all individuals act in good faith and disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest.
While the COVID-19 Science Advisory Table is an independent voluntary group of experts that advices the Chief Medical Officer of Health and Public Health Ontario, we have sought a resolution to ensure clear conflict of interest screens are in place.
The overwhelming evidence shows our government’s return to school plan is safe. This has been confirmed by a wide range of public health experts.
The overwhelming evidence shows our government’s return to school plan is safe. This has been confirmed by public health officials, including Dr. Stein Brown, Co-Chair of the Ontario COVID-19 Science Advisory Table.
We will continue to work in the best interests of all Ontarians, including parents, students, and educators. By working together, we will bend this curve, and we will put an end to this virus.”
We will continue to work in the best interests of all Ontarians, including parents, students, and educators. By working together, we will bend this curve, and we will put an end to this virus.”