Hazel McCallion turns down Ontario government's job offer
Hazel McCallion has turned down an appointment to serve as a special adviser to Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Municipal Affairs Minister Steve Clark, according to a statement from the former's office. "As a result, I will not be accepting the formal appointment and the per diem that goes along with it." Ford said earlier on Wednesday that McCallion, 97, would advise him on a range of municipal issues, but without pay. McCallion, known as "Hurricane Hazel," is two weeks shy of turning 98 years old. She has worked in local government for 44 years, including 12 terms as mayor of Mississauga.
Source: CBC News January 30, 2019 21:18 UTC
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