TORONTO (September 30, 1996) - In a private meeting held at the Ministry of Citizenship, Culture, and Recreation, Fp president Robert Metz and Brampton South MPP Tony Clement shared thoughts and information on the nature of Ontario's Human Rights Commission (OHRC). Clement is heading a review of the role of the OHRC, and was seeking input from individuals who have had direct experiences with the process.

In fact, "due process" is one element that Clement acknowledged does not exist with respect to OHRC proceedings and he vowed that the Conservative government would enact changes that would hopefully better protect those who have had racism complaints filed against them. He also assured Metz that the direction pursued by the Cornish Task Force under the Rae government (see Freedom Flyer, Dec 1992) would be completely abandoned, much to the relief of Metz.

While Metz made it clear that he preferred a complete abolition of the OHRC, the news that this government is at least changing the direction of its policies was most welcomed. Metz discussed many aspects of the OHRC's case against former London landlord Elijah Elieff with Clement, who thanked him for filling in many of the details that had previously left many questions unanswered.

All in all, the meeting was very friendly, cordial, and informative. Metz and Clement both parted with the understanding that, while there are many differences in preferred policies between Freedom Party and the Progressive Conservatives, both parties share common opponents in the political arena.

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