Doug Ford set to become Ontario's next premier

Ford is all set to guide his Progressive Conservatives (PC) to victory against  Ontario Liberals.

The Liberals have been in power since 2003.

By 11:30 p.m., the PCs were elected or leading in 75 ridings, surpassing the 63 seats needed for a majority. The NDP were at 39, the Liberals at seven and the Green Party at one, reported CTV news.

Addressing his supporters over the victory, Ford was quoted as saying by media: " Our team will work every single day to deliver this vision. We will every single day for a better Ontario, a better future and a brighter future for our children."

He said his government will bring prosperity in the province that will benefit every resident of Ontario.

"An era of economic prosperity, the likes of which this province has never seen before. Prosperity that will benefit every resident of Ontario, and tonight we have sent a clear message to the world: Ontario is open for business," he said.

He further said: " Together we made history. We have taken back Ontario. We have delivered a government that is for the people. A government that will respect your hard-earned tax dollars. And my friends, the party with the tax payers dollars is over, it’s done. But the work has just begun."

"Our team will get to work immediately. We will deliver on our plan for the people. We will bring accountability, transparency and integrity to the tax payers of Ontario. We will reduce your taxes, reduce your gas prices and keep more money in your pocket," he said.

Ford also thanked people of Ontario over their support.

"Thank you, Ontario! The party with the taxpayers' money is over. Together, we will get this province back on track. #pcpo #onpoli #onelxn," he tweeted.