The competition will task design teams with transforming an historic 1.3-mile airstrip at the former Downsview airport into the cornerstone of the future series of mixed-use communities.

Lecce released a document that outlines his vision for a clean, reliable and affordable grid, as well as how to integrate electricity planning with other aspects of the energy system.

Lecce says the current system is making building difficult in new areas because no one wants to take on the risk and the extra cost.

A consortium led by Amico Design Build Inc. and Sacyr Construction S.A completed construction work earlier this month.

In its overall bid to ease gridlock, the bill also seeks to facilitate construction 24 hours a day and accelerate property acquisitions.