YOU SAID IT: Taught us wrong lesson

Feature story Decades before Ottawa became Canada’s capital, and before it was even called Ottawa, there was the ByWard Market.   Established in 1827 by Colonel John By as a market and gathering place for Rideau Canal workers, the Market quickly became the bustling heart of a new city, a place of trade and community from the very beginning.  As we approach its bicentennial in 2027, the Market’s status as a cornerstone of the city’s identity and a vital economic engine is undeniable.  Like many downtown areas across North America, the ByWard Market has faced recent...