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Many aspects of Toronto Harbour will appear new to residents and visitors as Canada's largest city revitalizes its waterfront. Older establishments remain, including the amusement and entertainment park and large antique market. Now though, the are joined by even more fascinating destinations to draw people.

The area began as marsh and wetlands, then as a place where city residents dumped their trash. Later the area was made hospitable for large container ships as it evolved into a heavily used industrial port for ship and rail transport. Now much of the rail and ship yards, parking lots, and storage warehouses have been replaced with residences and places for recreation and entertainment.

Toronto follows the recent urban trend of revitalizing forgotten and ugly waterfront space. Allowing residents and tourists to view and play in or on the water by providing access adds to the quality of life.

The transition started with the construction of an amusement and entertainment venue at one end, followed by the completion of the world's tallest tower near the center harbour area. At the top of the tower a revolving restaurant offers a 360 degree view of the city, while diners sample wine from the world's highest wine cellar.

Newer projects honour the history and culture of Toronto and Canada. Buildings and parks are developed and constructed using the latest environmentally friendly designs and materials. The waterfront is improving life for all creatures, human, aquatic and animal.

The decades-long evolution has been a team effort between the government, residents, architects and urban planners. The resulting spaces are useful as well as exciting. One such space offers people a spot to watch tankers full of sugar docking and offloading at a refinery just across from an urban beach and park, or cruises. This not only allows people to recreate, but to also understand and view the commercial uses on the waterfront.

Getting out to play or watch sports is easy too. Boardwalks shaped like waves have been incorporated along the water to provide easier access to the water and trails. Several parks offer ice rinks in winter and wading areas in summer. Walk along the water, eat dinner and attend a major league baseball game all in one evening at the harbour.

There is a ferry terminal that takes commuters to and from work and home on the Toronto Islands. Tourists can hop the ferry as well to spend a day biking or walking in the open spaces there. Peddle boats can be rented to play on the water.

Wharfs in Toronto Harbour are referred to as quays. Queen's Quay is the most central, but each quay offers a different feel and experience. Along the harbour are areas full of shops for antique hunters, or fine arts. Many restaurants and pubs offer opportunities for casual or fine dining. There are hotels and residential condominiums located where warehouses once stood.

Toronto has always been a city worth visiting, but now the waterfront area is a destination all on its own. After spending time exploring various parts of this wonderful city, visitors will want to leave extra time to play in or on the water.

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