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Ontario takes control of Billy Bishop Airport land, designating it a special economic zone to expand runways and boost economic growth, sparking criticism over environmental and public consultation concerns.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced on March 23, 2026, that the province will take control of city-owned land at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and designate it a special economic zone under Bill 5, allowing it to bypass certain environmental and regulatory approvals.
The move aims to expand the runway to accommodate jet traffic, upgrade terminals, and increase competition with Pearson International Airport, with projected economic benefits of up to $8.5 billion annually by 2050 and 23,000 construction jobs.
The province will compensate the city, but Toronto officials and residents have criticized the unilateral action, citing concerns over noise, pollution, and lack of public consultation.
Ontario toma el control de la tierra del aeropuerto Billy Bishop, designándolo como una zona económica especial para expandir las pistas e impulsar el crecimiento económico, lo que provocó críticas sobre las preocupaciones ambientales y de consulta pública.