Ontario government announces airport expansion plans | CP24 Live at Five for April 23, 2026

The Battle Over Billy Bishop Airport: Provincial Ambitions Clash with Municipal Control The Ford government’s recent legislative maneuvers concerning Billy Bishop Airport have ignited a contentious debate between provincial ambitions and municipal governance. On the agenda is the proposed Building Billy Bishop Airport Act, which, if passed, would enable the province to take over the city’s stake in the tripartite agreement currently governing the airport. This move not only involves the transfer of ownership of city-owned land at the airport but also promises modernization efforts that could allow larger jets…

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Ford government passes budget that changes FOI laws | CTV News Toronto at Six for April 23, 2026

The Raptors’ Playoff Comeback: A Night of Hope at Scotia Bank Arena After a four-year absence, playoff basketball returns to Toronto, igniting excitement in both players and fans. The Toronto Raptors gear up for a critical Game 3 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, trailing the series two games to none. With the stakes heightened, the atmosphere within Scotia Bank Arena is electric. Raptors star RJ Barrett, a native Torontonian, conveys his eagerness to perform on home turf. “I feel like a little kid today,” Barrett shares, reflecting on how special it…

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Gas prices to rise 6 cents a litre Friday

Anticipated Surge in Gas Prices: Implications for the Greater Toronto Area Gas prices in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are expected to rise significantly, with projections indicating an increase of six cents per liter tomorrow. This forecast comes from Dan McTeague, the President of Canadians for Affordable Energy, who has consistently monitored trends in fuel pricing throughout Canada. Such a hike would bring the average cost of regular gasoline to just shy of $1.74 per liter—a concerning development for many motorists and commuters. The impending rise is not limited to…

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Footage released appearing to show Iran’s IRGC boarding two cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz: A Closer Look at Recent Iranian Naval Activity Recent events in the Strait of Hormuz have spotlighted escalating tensions in the region, particularly concerning Iranian naval maneuvers. A video released by Iranian state media has shown masked armed personnel boarding two cargo ships, the MSC Francesca and the Pamounondas. However, the authenticity of this footage raises questions. The clip depicts individuals in military attire rapidly approaching the ships in speedboats. While it purports to capture an incident from Wednesday morning, analytical scrutiny indicates that…

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