Ontario Aims for Energy Superpower With Nuclear Push
The IESO faces rising electricity demand as Ontario plans to expand nuclear and natural gas while curtailing wind and solar. Ontario extends refurbishments at Bruce Darlington and contemplates new reactors at Bruce, potentially contracting a BWRX 300. Critics warn costs could soar and health harms from pollution may rise if renewable energy is stifled. The shift to gas raises premature death and greenhouse gas concerns per Health Canada data.
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Ontario energy transition rethink urged by expert authors
The Conversation piece argues Ontario must grow an expanding grid with reliability while avoiding costly, unproven tech. It warns that increasing natural gas for electricity and buildings could raise early deaths and emissions, calls for independent blue ribbon oversight with energy scientists and health experts, and urges health and climate concerns to guide bids and policy. Norman W. Park of York University is cited.
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Ontario debt crisis looms over Ontario election
Jay Goldberg argues Ontario faces a $400 billion debt burden with rising interest payments that divert funds from health care, roads, and schools. He urges balance budgeting and offsetting new spending, warning deficits threaten future services and urging voters to demand funding plans before Feb. 27.
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Tear down building bureaucracy
Canada faces a housing crunch as supply lags demand, with 5.1 million more units needed to restore 2004 affordability. Building more units, via faster permitting and reduced zoning and taxes, can unlock moves that free affordable homes for lower income households over several years. Michel Kelly-Gagnon and Gabriel Giguere argue for streamlined urban planning.
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