Canada Place, also called Place du Canada, is a green public space in downtown Montréal at 1010 Rue De la Gauchetière O. Benches and open grounds give you a quiet place to pause among the surrounding skyscrapers, near Dorchester Square and the Bell Centre. Look for the Macdonald monument and other sculptures, or bring a coffee or lunch and sit outside. The grounds are most appealing in summer; a lit moose sculpture is noted as a feature in the evening.
A green pause downtown
Canada Place is a public green space in downtown Montréal, close to Dorchester Square and the Bell Centre. Benches provide places to sit with a coffee or lunch, with the city’s surrounding skyscrapers in view.
The grounds are also near the Cathedral-Basilica of Mary, Queen of the World. Together with nearby churches and downtown buildings, it gives the square an urban setting rather than a secluded park feel.
Monuments and sculptures
The Macdonald monument, also identified as a statue of Sir John A. Macdonald, is one of the square’s landmarks. Sculptures and maintained grounds add points of interest as you walk through.
A lit moose sculpture is noted in the evening. Summer suits a longer pause outdoors; winter is a less comfortable time to linger.
Perguntas frequentes
Where is Canada Place in Montréal?
It is at 1010 Rue De la Gauchetière O in downtown Montréal, near Dorchester Square and the Bell Centre.
What can you see at Canada Place?
Look for the Macdonald monument and other sculptures, including a moose sculpture that is lit in the evening.
When is a good time to visit Canada Place?
Summer is a good time to enjoy the grounds. Visit in the evening if you want to see the lit moose sculpture.
