Canada’s most iconic landmark turns 50 today and remains the defining feature of Toronto’s skyline. Originally conceived as part of the ambitious Metro Centre redevelopment plan and brought to life by WZMH Architects, the CN Tower stands as a lasting testament to Canadian ambition, ingenuity, and engineering excellence – an enduring symbol of innovation that continues to shape the city’s identity half a century later.
“Everytime I look at it, I just can’t believe we did it. Not just as the architectural firm behind it, but as Canadians. As Torontonians. It’s an engineering marvel,” says Richard Myers, principal at WZMH Architects.
Watch the full segment at CityNews Everywhere here: https://toronto.citynews.ca/video/2026/06/24/the-cn-tower-celebrates-50-years-as-the-symbol-of-toronto/
