The registry and its credits allow businesses to showcase their commitment to clean energy, which will help make Ontario competitive as companies around the world look to invest in jurisdictions with a green electricity system.

The agency plans to review standards for a wide range of Red Seal and Ontario trades this year, including automotive service technician, brick layer, sprinkler and fire protection installer and welder.

A budget shortfall loomed large as Toronto city council met Wednesday for the first time since former mayor John Tory resigned last month.

The utility announced on March 27 that it has launched the community-engagement process to build the 22-kilometre line in Clarington.

The province has added $25 million in funding over three years for the expansion of its Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program.