Ford allies deny report that Toronto mayor has an alcohol abuse problem; TTC to spend $700M upgrading infrastructure for new streetcars; jumbo streetcars are the right fit for TO's streets says TTC boss; Ontario needs a dedicated fund for roads and bridges says Premier Kathleen Wynne; renewed efforts are under way to develop the old Hearn Generating Station on TO’s waterfront; and more news.

TTC to spend $700M upgrading infrastructure for new streetcars (National Post)

Jumbo streetcars nimble enough for city: TTC boss (Toronto Star)

Hearn generating station gets new development plans (Toronto Star)

St. Clair streetcar platforms will require retrofit (CBC)

Ontario premier hints at new tolls, taxes to fix crumbling roads(National Post)

Rob Ford reportedly asked to leave gala over behaviour (CBC)

Casino firm pushes Toronto to make up its mind (The Globe and Mail)

Seeking better ways to heat buildings (The Globe and Mail)