Premier Doug Ford says his government intends to take over Toronto's downtown airport - and it will even pay the city for its trouble. Can he do that? And what does the future hold for the Toronto Islands? Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath break it down.
Then, the province named a military defence representative. What will they do? And how might it connect to the Ford government's larger ambitions? 
Finally, it's March 13 and MPPs are still not back at Queen's Park. How unusual is that? Steve and JMM answer a listener's question with a deep dive into the legislative calendar. 

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Will Doug Ford's airport plans take off?

The province will accelerate access to the Ring of Fire, a potential hub for mining critical minerals like nickel and chromite. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss the plans, and how the provinces are laying the groundwork for a national energy grid.

Does Niagara Region have too many politicians? Doug Ford certainly seems to think so. Steve and John Michael discuss the pros and cons of amalgamation - and how Peel serves as a case study.

You've been asking us about municipal politics, so Steve and JMM speak to Toronto City councillor Amber Morley about what it takes to run and the surprises awaiting those who make it to city council.

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-how-to-remember-giorgio-mammoliti

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-would-a-bigger-convention-centre-just-be-a-bigger-waste-of-money

The province will accelerate access to the Ring of Fire, a potential hub for mining critical minerals like nickel and chromite. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss the plans, and how the provinces are laying the groundwork for a national energy grid.
Does Niagara Region have too many politicians? Doug Ford certainly seems to think so. Steve and John Michael discuss the pros and cons of amalgamation - and how Peel serves as a case study.
You've been asking us about municipal politics, so Steve and JMM speak to Toronto City councillor Amber Morley about what it takes to run and the surprises awaiting those who make it to city council.
Steve's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-how-to-remember-giorgio-mammoliti">https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-how-to-remember-giorgio-mammoliti</a>
JMM's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-would-a-bigger-convention-centre-just-be-a-bigger-waste-of-money">https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-would-a-bigger-convention-centre-just-be-a-bigger-waste-of-money</a>

Ontario's energy strategy, Niagara amalgamation, and how to run for city council

The United States Supreme Court struck down some of Donald Trump's tariffs, and now Ontario premier Doug Ford wants a refund. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss why that probably won't happen and the larger implications this move will have on relations with Canada's largest trading partner.

The Financial Accountability Office of Ontario has a new report on Ontario's economy - delivering both good news and bad news. Steve and John Michael look into how the economy's modest growth belies the bigger issues of unemployment and housing starts.

Ontario's public servants are being asked to return to the office, even while a renovation at their largest office in downtown Toronto is behind schedule and over budget. Steve and JMM examine the motive behind the government's move.

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-can-rob-cerjanec-defy-the-odds-again

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-will-burlingtons-housing-bet-pay-off

The United States Supreme Court struck down some of Donald Trump's tariffs, and now Ontario premier Doug Ford wants a refund. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss why that probably won't happen and the larger implications this move will have on relations with Canada's largest trading partner.
The Financial Accountability Office of Ontario has a new report on Ontario's economy - delivering both good news and bad news. Steve and John Michael look into how the economy's modest growth belies the bigger issues of unemployment and housing starts.
Ontario's public servants are being asked to return to the office, even while a renovation at their largest office in downtown Toronto is behind schedule and over budget. Steve and JMM examine the motive behind the government's move.
Steve's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-can-rob-cerjanec-defy-the-odds-again">https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-can-rob-cerjanec-defy-the-odds-again</a>
JMM's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-will-burlingtons-housing-bet-pay-off">https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-will-burlingtons-housing-bet-pay-off</a>

Doug Ford wants a refund

Ontario and Diageo have cut a deal to keep Crown Royal on LCBO shelves, but how much of the money is actually going to those affected by the liquor maker's decision to close its plant? Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss why everyone else seems to be benefiting at Amherstburg's expense.

Big changes are coming to how Ontario funds post-secondary education, including major changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program. Steve and John Michael discuss why students are in an uproar, and how a comment from the premier about baskets isn't helping.

The fate of Ontario's school trustees looks grim, and a letter from the Waterloo Region District School Board is unlikely to move the needle. Steve and JMM discuss how legislating this elected position out of existence could come with huge consequences.

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-do-canadians-still-want-civility-in-their-politics

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-ontario-should-ban-sports-betting

Ontario and Diageo have cut a deal to keep Crown Royal on LCBO shelves, but how much of the money is actually going to those affected by the liquor maker's decision to close its plant? Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss why everyone else seems to be benefiting at Amherstburg's expense.
Big changes are coming to how Ontario funds post-secondary education, including major changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program. Steve and John Michael discuss why students are in an uproar, and how a comment from the premier about baskets isn't helping.
The fate of Ontario's school trustees looks grim, and a letter from the Waterloo Region District School Board is unlikely to move the needle. Steve and JMM discuss how legislating this elected position out of existence could come with huge consequences.
Steve's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-do-canadians-still-want-civility-in-their-politics">https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-do-canadians-still-want-civility-in-their-politics</a>
JMM's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-ontario-should-ban-sports-betting">https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-ontario-should-ban-sports-betting</a>

Will Doug Ford's airport plans take off?

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