Ontario's library sector and property developers were among the most active lobbying interests at Queen's Park this week, with development and arts, culture and copyright each accounting for 9 per cent of total registrations between Oct. 24 and Oct. 30.

The Ford government is projecting a $16.9-billion deficit this year as U.S. tariffs, sluggish economic growth and global uncertainty continue to weigh on the province's finances.

Cleveland-Cliffs, the U.S.-based owner of Stelco, has come under scrutiny following plans to lay off nearly 500 workers, raising concerns about the future of steel production and employment in Ontario.