The Ford government is saying no dice to a casino at Ontario Place, the Star has learned. “The premier has heard loud and clear from our municipal partners — and more importantly the people — that Ontario Place should not house a casino,” said a government source. Former premier Davis recently spoke out in opposition to a casino, saying he wanted Ontario Place to be family-friendly. “It would be a shame and a disservice if commercial gain replaced the public interest on the present site of Ontario Place,” he said in January. To be clear, the City of Toronto owns part of the Ontario Place lands.” The waterfront area also plays prominently in the Ford government’s recent plans for new transit service, with an “Ontario Line” that includes a stop at or near Ontario Place.

Source: thestar May 28, 2019 00:56 UTC