Affordability largely took centre stage as Ontario’s political party leaders converged in North Bay for the first of two debates that also included some fiery exchanges on highways and housing.
The debate hosted by the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities was ostensibly focused on issues affecting residents in the north but touched on themes that will make a difference in the lives of voters across the province.
Affordability has emerged as by far the number one issue for voters during the early part of the campaign as the cost of living continues to rise across the province.
