Fresh from liberalizing the public use of cannabis, Premier Doug Ford says it may be time to loosen restrictions on drinking alcohol in public. While technically illegal, drinking beer in Trinity Bellwoods Park is a time-honoured Toronto tradition. Mayor John Tory says it’s time to change the law, and Premier Doug Ford says he’s willing to listen. ( ALEX NINO GHECIU / TORONTO STAR FILE PHOTO )On Friday, he expressed openness to allowing Ontarians to also enjoy beer or wine in parks. Follow him on Twitter: @robertbenzie David Rider is the Star's City Hall bureau chief and a reporter covering Toronto politics.

Source: thestar September 28, 2018 20:48 UTC