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ByWard Market District Authority

ByWard Market District Authority’s mission is to maximize the ByWard and Parkdale Markets’ potential to be unique year-round places and destinations to purchase local produce and goods as well as other services and products that meet the needs of local and city-wide residents and tourists alike.

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ByWard Market District Authority
55 Byward Market Square, Ottawa, ON, Canada

Opening Hours, Dates

Sunday : 9:00-18:00
Monday : 9:00-18:00
Tuesday : 9:00-18:00
Wednesday : 9:00-18:00
Thursday : 9:00-21:00
Friday : 9:00-21:00
Saturday : 9:00-21:00

About Us

BYWARD MARKET
55 BYWARD MARKET SQUARE
Established by Lt-Col. John By in 1826, the ByWard Market is one of Canada’s oldest and largest public markets. It is open 363 days a year, closed only on Christmas and New Year’s Day.

It features both farm products and artisan goods, as well as over 600 independent businesses in the general business area.

PARKDALE MARKET
366 PARKDALE AVE
Established in July of 1924. Every year, from the months of April to October, Parkdale Market vendors offer fresh produce, flowers, plants and shrubs to area residents seven days a week.

The late-season period from November 21st until December 24th features Christmas trees and decorative wreaths.

Cucumber picking

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