Im not going to be bullied: Tensions rise between Doug Ford, Whitby mayor over new hospital [Video]

There were strong words this week from Premier Doug Ford criticizing Whitby’s mayor, Elizabeth Roy, and questioning the legitimacy of the town’s community advocacy campaign to continue the push for a new hospital in Whitby.

“I’m not going to be bullied by that mayor out there that’s constantly going out and offering everything under the kitchen sink,” Ford told reporters in Vaughan on Wednesday morning when asked about delays about the planning grant for the new Whitby hospital.

Ford was referring to the town offering raffle prizes to residents who take part in a survey to raise awareness and support for the new hospital to be built.

“Maybe the integrity commissioner should be looking into ‘Are politicians allowed to offer gifts if they get your email?’ It’s really unbelievable,” Ford said.

“Holding a lottery, that if you give me your name and email address, you get a free gym membership or free iPhone watch or you get all these little treats… I …