Ontario government buys $28.9M private jet for Doug Ford's use
The provincial government has purchased a pre-owned private jet for $28.9 million to be used by Ontario Premier Doug Ford.
www.cbc.caHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting:
- Ontario has purchased a pre-owned private jet (Bombardier Challenger 650, 2016) for about $28.9–$29 million to be used by Premier Doug Ford for official travel. The government says the aircraft will provide more reliable, flexible, and secure travel for the premier.[1][5]
- The purchase has sparked criticism from opposition parties and local groups, who argue it is a costly move during tough economic times and raise questions about spending and potential links to Billy Bishop Island Airport expansion discussions.[4][6][1]
- Multiple outlets and videos report similar headlines about the deal, with some noting the jet could operate out of Pearson airport and that the provinces’ timelines suggest the aircraft would be operational later in 2026.[2][3][7]
If you’d like, I can compile a brief timeline of the key facts, pull direct quotes from the sources, or summarize the main points from each outlet for a quick comparison.
Would you prefer a concise timeline or a side-by-side summary of the major viewpoints?
Citations:
- Ontario government buys private jet for Doug Ford’s use[1]
- Province purchases private jet for Premier’s travels[3]
- Advocacy concerns after jet purchase[4]
- Public discussion and local reactions in city outlets[5][6]