Welcome to the ByWard Market’s new gathering place, the George Street Plaza

Описание: The George Street Plaza is the first project in a larger initiative aimed at revitalizing the public spaces of the ByWard Market. The Plaza renewal includes new concrete surfacing and in-ground infrastructure enhancements, as well as the addition of a granite programming space with seating. Enhancements include a shade structure, LED lighting, a mist feature, drinking fountain, heritage clock and shade trees.

Info: http://ottawa.ca/en/news/welcome-bywa...

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City Hall

The George Street Plaza
Announcements and Events

[The Byward Market building]

The George Street Plaza is the first project in a larger initiative…

[Jim Watson speaking to crowd]
…aimed at revitalizing the public spaces of the ByWard Market.

[Ribbon cutting]

[Gold scissors]

The Plaza renewal includes new concrete surfacing…

[Clock]
…and in-ground infrastructure enhancements,

[Dancers performing in plaza]
…as well as the addition of a granite programming space with seating.

Enhancements include a shade structure, LED lighting…

[Dignitaries planting flowers]
…a mist feature, drinking fountain, heritage clock and shade trees.

[Mayor Watson speaking to crowd]

“This is an important step towards realizing our vision of a vibrant and active ByWard Market area.” Mayor Jim Watson

[Councillor Mathieu Fleury speaking to crowd]

“The new George Street Plaza creates an inviting space for the public right at the gateway to the ByWard Market. “ Councillor Mathieu Fleury, Rideau Vanier Ward

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