The federal government shut down plans to expand Bill Bishop Toronto City Airport on Friday, citing concerns about public space, housing, noise and environmental impacts.
The project would involve increased pollution and “massive destruction” of the Toronto Islands after billions of dollars invested in waterfront rehabilitation over the past couple of decades, said Tim Gray, executive director of Environmental Defence.
“The federal government listened to the people of Toronto who organized by the tens of thousands to push back against this proposal,” Gray said. “It shows that people working together can make real change and protect their city.”
But as Lexy Benedict reports, the province isn’t giving up its push for larger flights just yet.
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Feds’ rejection of Toronto Islands airport plan prevents waterfront “destruction”: advocates
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