The World Exchange Plaza is an office and retail complex in Downtown Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Consisting of two towers and an outdoor plaza, it covers an entire city block between Metcalfe and O'Connor Streets south of Queen and north of Albert Street.
World Exchange Plaza Tower I as seen from Albert Street
Plaza Tower I as seen from Albert Street
Tower II as seen from Metcalfe Street
Downtown Ottawa is the central area of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It is sometimes referred to as the Central Business District and contains Ottawa's financial district. It is bordered by the Ottawa River to the north, the Rideau Canal to the east, Gloucester Street to the south and Bronson Avenue to the west. This area and the residential neighbourhood to the south are also known locally as 'Centretown'. The total population of the area is 5,501.
Downtown Ottawa in 2022
Downtown Ottawa is dominated by government buildings such as Parliament Hill (left) and The Office of the Prime Minister and Privy Council (right).
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church is one of several churches located in Downtown Ottawa.
Sparks Street is a pedestrian mall in Downtown Ottawa, closed off to vehicle traffic.