The province has referred the matter to the Ontario Provincial Police and notified Ontario's auditor general. But for now the government has stopped OSAP payments associated with all private postsecondary institutions while the audit continues.

Alexander said he has had no conversations with incumbent Mayor Olivia Chow, Coun. Brad Bradford or their campaigns about taking on a role in a future administration.

The Ford government envisions a province that not only relies on nuclear power for much of its own electricity, but exports Ontario-made nuclear technology across Canada and eventually around the world: from large-scale reactors and small modular reactors to tiny, transportable plants capable of powering mines and remote communities.

The Ontario Liberal Party says its membership has doubled since the launch of its leadership contest in February, with approximately 55,000 eligible voters now registered to choose its next leader on Nov. 21.

With Eric Lombardi throwing his support behind Lee Fairclough, the former federal cabinet minister is leaning on his economic credentials and grassroots organizing efforts as the party prepares to choose its next leader.