The Bell Lightbox contributes a strong urban attractor for tourists and visitors, fulfills City of Toronto Green Standards for high urban density, and enriches the cultural vitality of downtown Toronto. The trafficable roof with the grand terraced stair provides the city with a new outdoor event space. More significantly, the Bell Lightbox brings together the Toronto International Film Festival's programs under one roof for the first time in its history to ensure the long-term sustainability of this important institution.