Aquarium Fiasco
It appears that Toronto is moving ahead with plans to create an aquarium at the foot of 
Dufferin Street. The city has begun accepting bids from developers to build a 75,000 to 150,000 foot aquarium between Ontario Place and Exhibition Place. Seems some people think an aquarium is what Toronto's waterfront is missing and that it will bring in some much needed tourism dollars.
More likely is that this will be yet another failed initiative. If the economics of this thing don't kill it, environmentalists are sure to raise the issue that a captive animal facility should be opposed on ethical grounds. I agree. Environmental concerns aside, the fact is that the size and scope of this plan essentially prohibits the aquarium from being anywhere close to world-class. Let's hope forward thinking Torontonians - David Miller included - come to their senses and kill this for good.
Comments (5)
Or they could build the world's largest aquarium and feature local water life. Zebra mussels, anyone?
I wonder why there is so much opposition in Toronto to make it more interesting?
And why such projects cannot get off...
This is a great idea, Toronto is full of disturbing noises on the steets, in which the opening of the aquarium may give peace of mind...people get away of those noises whenever they need tranqulity, economicaly also it attract turists. people have alternatives to spend thier time instead of watching that agly cn tower.
Who doesn't enjoy a beautiful aquarium? Aquariums are 'Art in Motion', and they can be enjoyed by all ages. To have the chance to view the life in an aquarium; to see the different personalities of the fish, and even the breeding patterns is a wonderful viewing pleasure.
I think it's a great idea to have aquariums in every home, office and city in the world. To experience nature on this level is an experience in itself!!
Carey at Aquarium Effects.com
Who doesn't enjoy a beautiful aquarium? Aquariums are 'Art in Motion', and they can be enjoyed by all ages. To have the chance to view the life in an aquarium; to see the different personalities of the fish, and even the breeding patterns is a wonderful viewing pleasure.
I think it's a great idea to have aquariums in every home, office and city in the world. To experience nature on this level is an experience in itself!!
Carey at Aquarium Effects.com
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