Sharing the ByWord - March 24th
Announcements:
Become an Ottawa Markets Sponsor!
Marchés d’Ottawa Markets is preparing for a thrilling 2022 season full of excitement, programming, and of course, Markets! Following our mandate to rejuvenate Ottawa’s Public Markets Program, Marchés Ottawa Markets is launching a new Sponsorship Package with the aim of strengthening the #ShopLocal movement and working closely with prospective partners - with a generous list of sponsorship perks to boot.
Check out our Sponsorship Prospectus by clicking here!
This year, Marchés d’Ottawa Markets is running five distinct markets across Ottawa:
🌷 The ByWard Public Market
☀️ The Parkdale Public Market
🌾 The York Street Farmers’ Market
🌙 The Parkdale Night Market
✨ The ByWard Night Market
We are thrilled to bring new positive energy to our City and find new partners along the way!
Neighbourhood News:
📣 There's a NEW Night Market in town! 📣
The #ByWardNightMarket launches June 9th and runs every Thursday until September 1st. Pre-game by shopping for local wonders and filling up on tasty street food in the oldest market in the City! Be a part of a new tradition in the historic ByWard Market.
Calling all vendors to apply NOW and reserve your spot in advance.
#ByWardNightMarket • June 9th-Sept 1st from 5pm-9pm ✨
Calling all Buskers!
Ottawa Markets is now accepting busker applications for the 2022 season! From seasoned experts to first-time buskers, all are welcome to play the ByWard and Parkdale Markets and help create vibrant public spaces that serve and excite our communities. See you on the Market!
Apply for the Ontario Small Business Relief Grant!
The Ontario Small Business Relief Grant provides a one-time payment of $10,000 to eligible small businesses that have been required to close indoor operations as a result of the province’s modified Step 2 restrictions that came into effect on January 5, 2022.
Call For Event Applications!
Are you looking for a public space for your event or activation in 2022? Apply for activation with Ottawa Markets and utilize one of our many spaces in the ByWard Market.
What we offer:
• Prime activation spaces in the heart of Ottawa's historic ByWard Market.
• Coordination support with the City of Ottawa
• Event logistics and planning support
• Labour and equipment rentals
• Marketing and promotional support
• Area business outreach
Community Spotlight:
A visit to Sushi Zone with Zackery Liberty
Last week, I had the chance to stop by Sushi Zone in the ByWard Building. Being a sushi fanatic from a young age, I was definitely eager to give it a try. ByWard is full of small eclectic restaurants and exploring its hidden gems is always a good way to spend your lunch hour.
Sushi Zone is located on William and is accessible though the interior of the Market. In the summer when William Street closes, you can find market goers relaxing on Adirondack chairs, soaking in the sun while children hop along the various interactive paintings that decorate the pavement.
In my correspondences with the staff, they mentioned that the restaurant had come under new ownership just this year. I entered to be greeted by friendly smiles and a cozy seat. Given that the noodles are famously hand pulled and made fresh, I opted for their Udon Noodle Soup with beef - and California Rolls for good measure.
While waiting for my meal, I was entertained by the owner preparing the noodles by hand. There's an added element of fun that comes with dining in one of Ottawa's oldest landmarks. Looking up from the seats of Sushi Zone, you can see the second floor of the building - a walkway that now houses a public art exhibit.
the meal was fresh, fairly priced, and the staff were friendly. I'm looking forward to Summer days on William Street, when locals spill into Sushi Zone from the street for a delicious meal.
For more information, or to speak with a representative of Marchés d'Ottawa Markets, please contact:
Zackery Liberty, Communications and Events Coordinator, Ottawa Markets, zackery.liberty@ottawamarkets.ca.
