"Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria emphasized that the province will collaborate with the City of Toronto to utilize only the land required for the airport's expansion."
"Premier Doug Ford's initiative to expand Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport includes a controversial bill that allows the province to potentially claim all of the Toronto Islands."
"Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow criticized the legislation as a land-grab, highlighting the lack of consultation with the city regarding the proposed changes."
"New Democrat Leader Marit Stiles expressed concern that Ford's actions represent an unnecessary conflict with Toronto, urging a focus on health care and job creation instead."
The province clarified it will not seize the entire Toronto Islands, despite proposed legislation suggesting otherwise. Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria stated the focus is on land necessary for expanding Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. A bill was introduced to allow the province to join a tripartite agreement involving the city, federal government, and Toronto Port Authority. Premier Doug Ford aims to expand the airport for jets, but the legislation permits taking all islands, prompting criticism from Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow and New Democrat Leader Marit Stiles.
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