Calandra's says that now the ministry is considering counting student residences and retirement homes for future years and will consult with municipalities on the issue.

Council has endorsed the project as a priority, and city staff are exploring potential private-sector partnerships to help offset project and maintenance costs.

The facility will transform the former Bramalea Civic Centre in Brampton into a state-of-the-art medical school.

The government plans to amend the provincial building code to allow the use of the technology on buildings up to 18 storeys.

Team brass showed off the latest changes to the downtown stadium on Thursday with a media tour that showcased the modernized lower bowl.