Find out why the iconic Ontario Science Centre is closing down suddenly due to serious structural issues. The reasons will surprise you!
The Ontario Science Centre, a beloved tourist attraction, is making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Following professional engineering advice, the decision to close the centre immediately was announced by the province. The closure aims to protect the health and safety of visitors and staff while plans for reopening in a new location are considered. Fencing has already been erected around the centre, signaling the urgency of the situation.
In a shocking turn of events, the closure is a result of a recently discovered risk of the building's roof collapsing. Engineers identified critical structural issues that prompted the swift shutdown. The Ford government, after receiving the engineering report, made the difficult decision to permanently close the Science Centre to the public, citing the seriousness of the concerns.
The sudden closure comes as a surprise to many, with Friday being the last day of operations. The Ontario Science Centre's educational programs are set to transition to Ontario Place in the future, leaving behind a legacy of scientific discovery and innovation. Despite the closure, the impact and legacy of the Science Centre will be remembered for years to come.
In a twist of fate, the Ontario Science Centre, once bustling with visitors, now stands silent and fenced off due to structural risks. The closure highlights the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety of iconic buildings. As the community reflects on the closure of this landmark, it serves as a reminder of the fragility of even the most esteemed structures.
“The actions taken today will protect the health and safety of visitors and staff at the Ontario Science Centre while supporting its eventual reopening in a new ...
The Ontario Science Centre is shutting down immediately due to the risk that the building's roof could collapse, the province announced Friday.
The science centre has been slated for closure by the government after plans were announced in 2023 to move the science programming to Ontario Place.
The Ontario Science Centre is abruptly closing at the end of the day today, after engineers found structural issues with the roof.
Friday is the last day of operations for the once-popular tourist attraction that successive Progressive Conservative and Liberal governments have allowed ...
The Ontario Science Centre will close at the end of the day Friday after an engineering report found that the roof is at risk of collapsing.
The Ford government says it will be permanently closing the Ontario Science Centre to the public “effective immediately” due to “serious structural issues” ...
A new engineering report has prompted the abrupt closure of the Ontario Science Centre. An engineering report commissioned by Infrastructure Ontario stated ...
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TORONTO, June 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – The Ontario Science Centre, a globally renowned institution and one of the best science museums according to Reader's ...
The Ford government says it will be closing the Ontario Science Centre to the public “effective immediately” due to “serious structural issues” that were ...
The sudden closure of the Ontario Science Centre on Friday has thrown a wrench in the plans of its workers, members, and the Toronto area families with ...
The Ontario Science Centre is closing today due to dangers posed by the weakened roof, impacting 250 employees.
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The Ontario Science Centre will be closing its doors to the public following a report from professional engineers which found “serious structural ...