Discover the Sky-high Secrets: Top 14 Fun Facts About the CN Tower You Never Knew!

1. Wheelchair-Accessible EdgeWalk

If thrill-seekers with a penchant for wheels were ever to star in a death-defying film (we're looking at you, Mad Max in a Wheelchair!), a scene on the edge of Toronto's iconic CN Tower might just take the cake: With Accessible EdgeWalk, folks in wheelchairs can share in the adrenaline-pumping action of strolling along the outer edge of the main pod, 116 stories high, using a one-piece wheelchair, an adapted Walk suit, and the same safety harness as their bipedal peers – all bookable daily via phone.
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2. LED Light Show

You know what they say about "lightening" in a bottle? At the CN Tower, they might have done it with LEDs: Utilizing advanced LED technology in lighting systems, not only do they accomplish low maintenance goals and less-frequent light bulb replacements, but they also emit zero ultraviolet (UV) radiation and infrared (IR), effectively safeguarding the Tower's radome and other sensitive zones.
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3. Moose-Proof Glass Floor

What's heavier than an awkwardly quiet elevator filled with moose? The CN Tower's glass floor, of course: Able to support the weight of 35 moose or over three full-grown orcas, this architectural marvel features a staggering 6.3-centimetre thickness, making it the world's highest glass floor since its inception in 1994 and its 2018 upgrade.
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4. Legendary EdgeWalk

Ever wanted to walk on the wild side with a view that's "lege-deary"? Then the CN Tower EdgeWalk is for you: This vertigo-infused adventure takes thrill-seekers on the world's highest full circle walk atop the tower, standing tall at 356 meters (1,168 feet) above the ground, since its opening in 2011.
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5. Eco-Friendly Superhero Tower

Did you know the CN Tower moonlights as a breezy superhero, saving the world one gust at a time? Believe it or not: The tower is equipped with wind turbines on its upper levels, generating clean and renewable energy to power itself and even share excess energy with Toronto's power grid.
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6. Lanky Canadian Landmark

If the CN Tower were a limbo stick, even a flat-earther would admit defeat: Standing at a jaw-dropping 1,815 feet, it was once the world's tallest freestanding structure until 2010 and still towers over the Western Hemisphere like a lanky Canadian on stilts.
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7. Lightning-Proof Wonder

Who says lightning doesn't strike the same place twice? The CN Tower scoffs at such myths: It's built with a shield of copper strips that conduct lightning, safely diffusing it into the ground, averting possible damages. In fact, it gets zapped a whopping 75 times each year, standing tall and unscathed like the electrifying icon it is!
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8. Orca-Resistant Glass Floor

Moose-proof and orca-resistant: The CN Tower's Glass Floor, an awe-inspiring feat of engineering, can withstand the weight of 35 moose or three orcas due to its impressive thickness and layers of glass and insulation. Suspended at a dizzying 300 meters (1,000 feet) above ground level, this jaw-dropping attraction is currently on a brief hiatus for renovations, but is expected to return with a renewed vigor for thrill-seekers and acrophobia-challengers alike.
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9. Cloud Wine Dining Experience

Feeling like you're on cloud wine as you literally dine among the clouds: At the CN Tower's 360 Restaurant, guests can enjoy an exquisite meal featuring regional Canadian specialties and sustainable seafood, all while taking in a breathtaking view of Toronto from above. Spend a minimum of $75 on food per person (or $40 for children) and you'll also gain access to the Main Observation Level, making for an elevated experience in every sense!
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10. Concrete Smoothie Skyscraper

As if the CN Tower had a growth spurt while binging on concrete smoothies: it was actually built using a slipform mold which continuously rose with hydraulic pressure as the concrete hardened, creating its iconic tapered design. Over 40 months, 1,537 contractors hustled around the clock, five days a week to construct this majestic stalagmite of human achievement.
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11. Gravity-Defying Moose Party

Ever thought about inviting 35 moose to a gravity-defying dance party? Well, the CN Tower's got you covered: Boasting a Glass Floor at a whopping 342 meters above the ground, this Canadian spectacle features a transparent surface strong enough to hold 35 meandering moose, alongside Window Walls offering awe-inspiring views of Toronto that'll make you feel sky-high—literally!
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12. Superhero Speed Dating Spot

If Superman and the Flash had a speed-dating dinner 1,000 feet above ground, their first choice would probably be the CN Tower's revolving restaurant: Boasting not only the tallest freestanding tower in the world, the CN Tower also houses the highest public observation gallery at 1465 feet and the world's highest restaurant, "360 Restaurant," which sits at a height of 1140 feet, allowing diners to feast their eyes on unparalleled views of Toronto and beyond.
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13. Stairway to Eco Triumph

In a stairway to heaven fundraiser that would have Led Zeppelin singing for joy, thousands of energetic eco-warriors scaled new heights in a twin pursuit of personal triumph and planetary salvation at Toronto's CN Tower: The April 2023 WWF Tower Climb for Nature saw nearly 5,000 participants tackle all 1,776 steps, raising an impressive $1.4 million (and counting) for wildlife and climate change conservation efforts.
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14. Chatty Cathy Tower

Who knew the CN Tower was such a chatty Cathy? Forever babbling over both airwaves and our hearts: The mighty structure is more than just an iconic sight, it's a vital telecommunications hub, transmitting an eclectic mix of AM and FM radio and high-definition digital television signals. Contrary to some claims, it doesn't host 16 TV stations and 30 FM radio stations but accommodates a distinct count of specific channels and stations pulsating 24/7 through the vibrant media landscape of Toronto.
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