Canada Lands Company unveiled a $21-million renovation to the CN Tower’s lower observation level to mark its 50th anniversary.
The redesigned space, 113 storeys above Toronto, enhances indoor viewing capacity and features a new glass floor and interactive video walls that bring Canadian art to life through animated visual interpretations.
Mayor Olivia Chow joined Culture Minister Marc Miller, Stéphan Déry, president and CEO of Canada Lands Company, and Peter George, COO of the CN Tower, to officially open the space on Wednesday,January 21. The celebration kicked-off a series of events to commemorate the milestone year.
Visitors will see special lighting at midnight on the Radome, rotating photo galleries on the main observation level, exclusive menus and merchandise, and a birthday celebration in Canada Lands Square on June 26, 2026. A digital interactive timeline of the Tower’s history is available at the attraction and online.
The CN Tower was built by the Canadian National Railway in 1976. In 1995, it became a public company and remains federally owned and managed by Canada Lands Company. This latest renovation builds on the 2018 main observation level upgrade, which introduced floor-to-ceiling glass window walls.
“The CN Tower is an iconic symbol, at the heart of Toronto’s skyline and one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world,” said Miller. “This powerful emblem of Canada will shine even brighter with its newly renovated Lower Observation Level, showcasing Canadian innovation, culture, and stories, and offering visitors an unforgettable experience that celebrates our city and our country.”
Feature photo. Back: Senator Toni Varone, Pedro Narvaez, Co-founder of AVA Animation & Visual Arts, Ausma Malik, First Deputy Mayor and Deputy Mayor for Toronto and East York, Emma Lopez, Co-founder of AVA Animation & Visual Arts, Stéphan Déry, President and CEO Canada Lands Company, Peter George, Chief Operating Officer, CN Tower Front: Chi Nguyen, Member of Parliament for Spadina – Harbour front, Olivia Chow, Mayor of Toronto, Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages.
