Question Period: Tuesday, Oct. 19

A Ford Fest throwback

Premier DOUG FORD was in the House for the first half of the morning debate, refusing to back down when grilled by the NDP over his comments about immigrants many deemed “divisive.” Ford boasted that he’s been “pro-immigration from Day 1” and pointed to Ford Fests of yore, where you can “see the support from people around the world who come there.” It was a testy exchange.

Also: Turfed PC RICK NICHOLLS asked his first question, referring to the Covid vaccine as an “experimental drug” and ripping into inoculation rules.

THE HIGHLIGHTS: Where is the plan for vaccinating our children? — Saving 1,800 auto jobs in Windsor — Ford must apologize for ‘reckless’ immigration remarks — Helping seniors facing eviction in Niagara — Covid capacity discrepancies — Reining in auto insurance rates — Bring in a needs-based autism system already — Newcomer access to medical interpreters — ‘Experimental’ Covid vaccines — Negotiate a deal with optometrists — $10-a-day child care — Safe injection site for …