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- Central to the Downtown Yonge entertainment and shopping district, the square is owned by the city and is the first public square in Canada to be maintained through a public–private partnership.
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Yonge–Dundas Square, or Dundas Square is a public square at the southeast corner of the intersection of Yonge Street and Dundas Street East in Downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Designed by Brown and Storey Architects, the square was conceived in 1997 as part of revitalizing the intersection.
Yonge-Dundas Square is a unique focal point of the downtown Toronto community. The Square is designated for use as a public open space and as an event venue that can accommodate events of various sizes.
Yonge-Dundas Square was opened to the public in November 2002 with a sneak preview of one of the Square’s key design elements in motion. Twenty fountains, a spectacle of water and light, set the stage at Yonge-Dundas Square. The preview was the first opportunity for the public to see the Square come alive before its official opening in 2003.
2 days ago · There was an initial call to rename Dundas Street, but the proposal was dropped due to the multi-million-dollar cost. Coun. Chris Moise, who represents the area where the square is located, brought forward a plan in December to rename Yonge-Dundas Square, Dundas subway station, and Dundas West station. It was approved by Toronto city council.
Located a short distance to the CF Toronto Eaton Centre, Toronto Metropolitan University, CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, Little Canada and Massey Hall . For information on the Square’s booking policies regarding filming, drones, protests, and other questions, please visit our FAQ.
Nov 3, 2023 · Location: Toronto, ON, Canada. Explore the transformation of Toronto's public spaces – from quaint plazas to vibrant parks. Learn about the city's journey in creating welcoming gath.
Toronto city council voted Thursday to rename Yonge-Dundas Square to Sankofa Square and recommended a host of other landmarks be stripped of the Dundas name over connections to the...
