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Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveils plans to transform Torontos Billy Bishop Airport into a special economic zone, bypassing city and provincial rules. The proposal includes extending the runway into Lake Ontario to accommodate jets, expropriating the citys stake, and potentially overriding Mayor Olivia Chows opposition. Critics decry the move as an antidemocratic power grab, with First Nations leaders and opponents expressing concerns over noise pollution and disruption of waterfront life. Federal Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon confirms Ottawa is reviewing the jet proposal, while Ford insists new jets will be quiet. The airport battle escalates amidst growing pushback and ongoing federal talks.

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