Starting this August, Toronto’s CN Tower, once proud owner of the title “World’s Tallest Freestanding Building”, will be adding a new feature to the tower: the EdgeWalk. Quite simply, it is a 20-30 minute hands-free walk around of the tower at 356 metres above the city. These walkers will find themselves just above the restaurant at the top, strapped into the building while wearing a special outfit harnessing them to the building. From there, they are free to lean forward and look down at the city below, all without any glass or screen blocking their view. In other words, it’s terrifying.
When I first told a friend of mine about the EdgeWalk, she replied quite simply: “That sounds like a bad idea.” Surely safety must be at the primary concern of most people, but the safety standards have apparently surpassed expectations according to the official website. Others might determine that the $175 price tag is a bit too much for the thrill. I would argue that what good is money if not for a grand and unforgettable experience.
The CN tower is a beautiful tower marking the core of Toronto’s downtown, but for locals and tourists alike, it has lost some of its lustre after 35 years. The colours at night light up the downtown for those looking from afar, and the glass floor from within is plenty scary for those who dare to walk on it (especially when fearless young kids are jumping up and down on it). This EdgeWalk, however, brings it all to the next level. Finally, locals have reason to consider going to the top again. Others might find the thrill of the EdgeWalk greater than anything a rollercoaster can provide. Personally, I will be saving up some extra dollars for the occasion, and trying to convince my friends to do the same.
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