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Ontario's temporary Science Centre opens on Toronto waterfront
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Ontario's temporary Science Centre opens on Toronto waterfront

From Global News · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Ontario's government has opened a temporary Science Centre on Toronto's waterfront.
  • The new location is about 15% the size of the original facility and will feature space and innovation exhibits.
  • A new, state-of-the-art science centre is under construction at Ontario Place, scheduled to open in 2029.

Ontario's government has officially opened a temporary home for the Science Centre on Toronto's waterfront, marking a new phase for the attraction. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming Stan Cho unveiled the Harbourfront Centre location on Monday, two years after the original facility closed.

The new Harbourfront Centre location will bring science to life for families and students, attract more visitors to Toronto’s waterfront and support local jobs and businesses.

— Stan ChoMinister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming Stan Cho speaking at the opening of the temporary Science Centre.

"The new Harbourfront Centre location will bring science to life for families and students, attract more visitors to Toronto’s waterfront and support local jobs and businesses," Cho stated. The temporary site spans approximately 86,000 square feet, making it about 15% of the size of the former Don Mills and Eglinton location. It will feature a space-themed offering and an "innovation station," with more exhibits planned for later this year. The cost of the temporary site has not been disclosed.

Whether it’s exploring the wonders of space, inventing something new, or testing the science behind sports, everyone is invited to discover our new experiences that will inspire curiosity and big ideas.

— Paul KortenaarCEO of the Ontario Science Centre commenting on the new temporary location.

Paul Kortenaar, CEO of the Ontario Science Centre, expressed enthusiasm for the new experiences. "Whether it’s exploring the wonders of space, inventing something new, or testing the science behind sports, everyone is invited to discover our new experiences that will inspire curiosity and big ideas," he said.

We are thrilled to welcome visitors to the first phase of our exciting expansion at Harbourfront Centre.

— Paul KortenaarCEO of the Ontario Science Centre on the opening of the temporary facility.

The government is actively constructing a new, permanent science centre at Ontario Place, a long-term project accelerated in June 2024. This move followed the abrupt closure of the original centre due to safety concerns. Premier Doug Ford has frequently voiced his excitement for the "state-of-the-art" facility. Renderings depict the reimagined science centre integrated into the renovated Ontario Place. A contract worth $1.04 billion has been signed for the design, financing, and maintenance of the new building, which is slated for a 2029 opening. The fate of the old science centre's location remains uncertain, with Cho stating he was "not sure" what would happen to the site.

not sure

— Stan ChoMinister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming Stan Cho responding to a question about the future of the old science centre location.
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Originally published by Global News in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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