Toronto to explore possible takeover of Ontario Science Centre

Toronto council has asked city staff to conduct a feasibility study on a potential city takeover of the Ontario Science Centre, but heard that initial work suggests it would cost local taxpayers tens of millions a year to run the attraction.

"Let's continue to explore what we can do together and find the solution to maintain that joy and wonder, not just to our children, but for the generations to come," Chow said. Coun. Stephen Holyday, who cast the lone vote against the effort, stressed that the city faces annual deficits. He said it has to focus on its priorities like transit and shouldn't take on the additional expense of operating the science centre.

Council has also approved a plan for Coun. Jon Burnside to meet with residents who live near the science centre in Flemingdon Park and Thorncliffe Park and consult them about maintaining science programing at the site.

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