In wake of Vancouver tragedy, Toronto renews funding to enhance safety at festivals
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Editor's Note 
 
The security community is still absorbing the lessons of the tragedy that occurred last month in Vancouver. As Toronto heads into festival season, Mayor Olivia Chow announces funding to help keep these events safe. More in today's top story.
- Neil Sutton, Editor
 
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In wake of Vancouver tragedy, Toronto renews funding to enhance safety at festivals

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