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At one time I would have included Ontario Place in my must-see section however no more. Ontario Place used to be a great attraction that all ages could enjoy but sadly this is no more the case. It still has a decent but not exceptional waterpark on other rides so the kids might find the place amusing. However there is nothing that is even remotely interesting for adults here. Why this is so is very controversial? When it was initially opened back in the 1970's, Ontario Place was full of restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. Things that adults might want to visit after dark. For the most part these have closed down. There were also a couple of venues where you could see entertainment including free concerts by up and coming entertainers, other bands in the twilight of their careers or even the Toronto Symphony. This usually went on every night during the summer. The venue that this all took place in was torn down to be replaced by a huge megaconcert outdoor venue. Oh sure high price top dollar bands like R.E.M. or David Bowie might play there but they are not on concert every night. Hence there is nothing to draw people to the park after dark on many evenings. While you used to go an visit Ontario Place a couple times a year for a decent show and then it one of the nearby bars, now you are hardly ever inspired to visit for any reason. Furthermore, the albeit temporary, home of the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame used to be there. It has since moved on but nothing has replaced it as an interesting showcase for adults. Even the HMCS Haida has pulled up anchor. The place now looks rather sad. The Cinesphere, where IMAX movies are shown, might be an architectural jem but it needs to be cleaned. It is as yellow as an old sailor's tooth.
Actually I recently had paid another visit to Ontario Place this past summer and I found that it has improved. There are certainly lots of things now to do if you have kids. However if you do not, then do not expect to find much of interest here. It is still dreadfully dull after dark. In recent years Ontario Place has had the Chinese Lantern Festival on during the summer but I do not know if this will continue to be an annual event. Leave a Comment
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| | | | Fort York: Historic, Yet Uninspiring | Tip Rating: | | | | |
Fort York was Toronto's only defence in the War of 1812. However, American forces sacked the city & almost wiped out half the town. Later, it was rebuilt & has never witnessed another battle. Today, it serves as a historic museum of Toronto. It may be designated as an important historic landmark in Toronto, but this fort is relatively plain, bland & seems to be a complete waste of prime waterfront land. To me, it looks like a group of dull, ugly designed, fabricated suburban houses. Yes, preserving history is important, but I think Fort York is living way past its age. Usually during the summer, there are regular re-enactments by historians of the War of 1812, flag raising, music & cannon firing. It is also part of the OpenDoors Toronto event. Location: 100 Garrison Road (off Fleet Street, east of Strachan Avenue, west of Bathurst Street) Toronto, ON. Phone: 416-392-6907 Hours: January - May Weekdays 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Weekends 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Victoria to Labour Day -Daily 10 a.m. -5 p.m. Mid-December to New Years Day - Closed by TTC: Take the 511 streetcar south from Bathurst subway station. Visitors can access the fort via a pedestrian walkway off the Bathurst/Front Street bridge or by walking up Garrison Road off Fleet Street. Click here for Fort York's Webpage.
Better to visit Quebec City's fort, right by Chateau Frontenac & the Old Walled City : ) Leave a Comment
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| | | | beggers in the streets: The 'Shakey-Lady'... | Tip Rating: | | | | |
The 'Shakey-Lady' who sits, or rather shakes, at the corner of Yonge and Bloor. Now I'm not one to advocate ignoring people in need, God knows we all need a hand sometimes in our lives, but this lovely creature is perched on the pinnacle of the 'pathetic plateau'. She sits on the ground half the day, shaking and wheezing, begging for your hard earned travel money, and you'll give it to her right? Well, just to let you know, she eventually gets up, walks to a car with two rather large men inside, climbs in, and drives away. Apparantly, through estimation, it's possible for her to clear approximately $2,500.00 per week! Can you believe it? It's brilliant. I guess what pisses me off so much, is the fact that she took me for $20.00 3 weeks ago. Ahh,...good 'ol Toronto. :o)
Look skyward and keep your change in your pockets. Leave a Comment
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