MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Ontario will buy five new police helicopters at a cost of about $100 million more than what the province earmarked for leasing the choppers in this year’s budget.

Premier Doug Ford said the province decided to buy the helicopters rather than lease them at the request of several police forces.

“This new fleet of helicopters will be a massive boost for community safety,” Ford said on Monday.

The cost is expected to be around $134M. The province initially said it would lease four helicopters for $36M, plus $10M to operate them{ai:summary}<p>In Mississauga, Ontario's Premier Doug Ford revealed a shift from leasing to purchasing five police helicopters, costing around $100 million more than originally planned. This move, sparked by requests from police forces, promises to enhance community safety.</p><p>The skies will soon hum with the sound of law enforcement, a high-stakes gamble wrapped in the guise of public interest. #society</p>

Purchase of five police helicopters in Ontario will bring 'massive boost' for safety: Doug Ford

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