Ford's airport plans threaten Toronto's last chance at a major downtown housing opportunity

AI BRIEFING

• ⬤ Ford's airport plans to build a third runway at Pearson International Airport threaten the Port Lands' potential as a major downtown housing opportunity.
• ⬤ The project could displace thousands of residents and small businesses, and the city's housing affordability crisis could be exacerbated.
• ⬤ The Port Lands' development is seen as a chance to create a vibrant, mixed-use community with green spaces and public amenities.