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Toronto Ice Sculpture Sparks Safety Concerns Amid Drake Fans

4/23/2026

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A Drake-linked promotional ice sculpture in Toronto drew large crowds and raised safety concerns.
Fire Chief Jim Jessop said fans used flammable liquids to melt the ice.
Firefighters initially responded but left the scene, allowing a private company to dismantle the 25-foot structure.
Mayor Olivia Chow supported removing the sculpture for public safety, while fans anticipate Drake's album "Iceman" releasing May 15.

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Story summary

A Drake-linked promotional ice sculpture in Toronto drew large crowds and raised safety concerns.
Fire Chief Jim Jessop said fans used flammable liquids to melt the ice.
Firefighters initially responded but left the scene, allowing a private company to dismantle the 25-foot structure.
Mayor Olivia Chow supported removing the sculpture for public safety, while fans anticipate Drake's album "Iceman" releasing May 15.