The ByWard Market is a vibrant neighbourhood in the heart of downtown Ottawa. One of Ottawa’s premier tourist destinations and an area where locals go to work, shop, dine and play. There are over 600 businesses and a world-renowned farmer’s market.
It was the site of the Stoney Monday Riot of 1849, a conflict over the possible relocation of the nation’s capital.
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Ottawa, Ontario
The Bytown Museum explores the stories of an evolving city
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Ottawa, Ontario
The Global Centre for Pluralism is an independent, charitable organization.
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Ottawa, Ontario
Public Services and Procurement Canada is restoring and modernizing the Centre Block.
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Ottawa, Ontario
Former residence of two of Canada’s most important Prime Ministers.
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