The following is a statement by Ontario PC Leader Tim Hudak on Thanksgiving:

“On behalf of the Ontario PC Caucus I want to wish all Ontarians a happy and memorable Thanksgiving.

“Thanksgiving is a time when families, friends, neighbours and loved ones, enjoy each other’s company and make new memories together.

“We are truly blessed and thankful to call Ontario home. This is a province where men and women have come to work hard, build better lives for themselves and achieve their dreams.

“As PC Leader I travel extensively across the province meeting with remarkable Ontarians. There is nothing more heartening than when I visit with small business owners, running thriving family-run businesses, and who take immense pride in what they do and what they have built on their own.

“As Ontarians we have so much to be thankful for but this year I want to especially thank and recognize the incredible efforts of Ontario’s small business owners. They are this province’s job creators, community leaders and the backbone of our economy.”