Optometrists began withholding services covered by the province's health plan on Sept. 1, after warning they would no longer offer them at a financial loss.

The Ontario government is holding back on a funding that would help build a cultural community hub in the area of Lawrence Heights and residents who live in the area say it’s disappointing to hear.

Mayor John Tory and city councillor Mike Colle were canvassing Eglinton-Lawrence asking for support in their fight against provincial budget cuts.