Coun. Mike Layton says casino is not right for Toronto

By News Staff

Posted January 9, 2013 1:04 pm.

This article is more than 5 years old.

A casino public consultation session is scheduled to take place in Toronto on Wednesday and Coun. Mike Layton explains why he thinks the idea would negatively impact the city.

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