New ‘OTTAWA’ sign unveiled in the ByWard Market

Posted May 5, 2017 06:26:26 AM.

Last Updated May 5, 2017 06:36:44 AM.

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OTTAWA – Sign, sign, everywhere a sign.

A large ‘OTTAWA’ sign has been unveiled in the ByWard Market.

The sign lights up in red and white and sits in a spot where if you take a photo with it, you’ll have Parliament Hill as your backdrop.

The market is currently being transformed into ‘Inspiration Village’ for Canada’s sesquicentennial.

Toronto has a similar sign, built in Nathan Phillips Square for the Pan Am games. It has became a permanent fixture that is very popular with residents and tourists.

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