Video: Coun. Doug Ford calls report on proposed Toronto casino ‘incredible’

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Posted April 8, 2013 11:15 am.

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City manager Joe Pennachetti released a staff report on a proposed Toronto casino. Coun. Doug Ford fully supports the report and called it a great opportunity for the area.

 

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