The Independent Electricity System Operator released a series of publications Thursday, including a study on pathways to decarbonizing the grid, which it said will be a complex task as electricity demand is projected to rise over the same time period.

The province will increase benefit payments to workers by more than six percent in 2023 to keep up with cost-of-living increases.

Statistics Canada reports the level of investment at $20.9 billion – almost exactly the same as reported at the end of September. Ontario reported nearly all of the gains.

The arrangement pertains to a 60-acre parcel at Pier 18 on Hamilton Harbour. HOPA plans to develop the property for a range of industrial uses, while MANA retains ownership.

Work will include the construction of a second platform on Line 2 for eastbound service, an expansion of the Line 1 northbound and southbound platforms, new elevators, escalators and stairs, and construction of a new accessible entrance and exit on Bloor Street East.