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Toronto Tuesday: The Igor Effect, rising ROM prices and instant downtowns

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The Igor Effect

Discourse on bike security has snowballed in the Toronto media since the recent arrest of Bicycle Clinic owner Igor Kenk. Police found Kenk’s shop to be filled with stolen bikes, and have found thousands of bikes connected to his business hidden in warehouses around the city. Dylan Reid argues that this event and the publicity surrounding it could lead to a major change in Toronto’s bike security, if the community seizes this opportunity.

The ROM- How much is too much?

The ROM’s alluring exterior may attract potential visitors, but its recent admission price increase may motivate museum-goers to find more affordable institutions. Leah Sandals notes the skyrocketing admission prices, now $22 for adults, $19 for students and seniors, and $15 for children aged 4 to 14. Reader comments indicate disappointment in this price increase, which prove to be much higher than those of many American and European museums.

Instant Downtowns

Sean Marshall takes a look at the “instant downtowns” of the many suburban communities surrounding Toronto such as Markham, Mississauga and Brampton, which have achieved the goals of their community’s downtown core with varying success.

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