My question is for the Minister for Seniors and Accessibility.

It was with sadness that we learned of the passing of the Honourable David C. Onley, Ontario’s 28th Lieutenant Governor. Mr. Onley was appointed Lieutenant Governor in 2007 and faithfully served our province for seven years. Mr. Onley was an advocate for advancing accessibility rights for Ontarians.

After contracting polio as child, Mr. Onley used a motorized scooter throughout his life. However, he was not deterred in any way, working for more than two decades as a Citytv reporter. His legacy of service and advocacy for equal rights for people with disabilities should not be forgotten.

Can the minister please explain how our government will uphold Lieutenant Governor Onley’s important vision of a more accessible Ontario for everyone?

I’d like to thank the hard-working member from Thunder Bay–Atikokan for such an important question.

David Onley was a dear friend of mine, and I miss him greatly. I will never forget the time I met him at his home to discuss the importance of accessibility for all Ontarians. Mr. Onley was a friend, leader and champion when it came to all things accessibility. I spoke with him regularly, and the number one thing he said to me was to find meaningful jobs for people with disabilities.

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We will continue to work toward improving the lives of Ontarians with disabilities.