After a 'tumultuous' 100 years, the Parkdale Market looks ahead to greener pastures

The venerable market west of Ottawa's downtown has weathered some uncertain times over the past century, including almost being turned into a parking lot in the 1950s. But it's kept going, and today it's celebrating its 100th birthday.

After a 'tumultuous' 100 years, the Parkdale Market looks ahead to greener pastures
A woman looks at flowers at an outdoor market stall.

The venerable market west of Ottawa's downtown has weathered some uncertain times over the past century, including almost being turned into a parking lot in the 1950s. But it's kept going, and today it's celebrating its 100th birthday.