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Eaton's / John Maryon Tower | |
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General information | |
Status | Never built |
Type | Office, Communications tower |
Location | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
Height | |
Antenna spire | 2,250 ft (685.8 m) |
Roof | 1,650 ft (502.9 m) |
Technical details | |
Floor count | 140 |
Design and construction | |
Architect(s) | John Maryon & Partners Ltd. |
Developer | John Maryon |
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