Ontario Finance Minister Rod Phillips has been entangled in controversy this week. While the Ontario provincial government issued a major December lockdown order, Phillips was seen flying away for a Caribbean vacation.
To make matters worse, many are now pointing to the fact that Phillips flew to Switzerland during the fist COVID-19 wave. According to various sources, Phillips stated that he took a "personal trip" to Switzerland in August.
UPDATE ON ROD PHILLIPS STORY: Where did he go on his August trip outside of the country? His office now tells me it was a "personal trip to Switzerland." I had asked again this a.m. where he went + if it was a vacation or had an essential purpose.
— Meagan Fitzpatrick (@fitz_meagan) December 30, 2020
The nature of this visit is unknown, but criticism continues to surround the Finance Minister. Phillips also posted pre-filmed videos on his social media, giving off the impression that he was home for the holidays. One of the videos is a fireside Phillips, imploring the public to stay home and do Christmas virtually.
It's #ChristmasEve. To my constituents in #Ajax & people across Ontario, all the best during this special time of year. Even as COVID-19 changes how we celebrate, we should reflect on what makes Christmas so special to us - including family & the act of giving. #MerryChristmas! pic.twitter.com/AX7hKWA88n
— Rod Phillips (@RodPhillips01) December 24, 2020
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