Ottawa’s new ‘night mayor’ says the diversity of the capital’s nightlife is a “great asset,” as he begins work to help shape the city’s economy after 6 p.m.
The city appointed Mathieu Grondin the new nightlife commissioner on June 11, a key part of Ottawa’s new Ottawa Nightlife Economy Action Plan that’s focusing on leisure, live entertainment and cultural activities during the 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. period.
Grondin starts his tenure with Ottawa’s summer festival season in full swing, with events like Ottawa Bluesfest, Escapade, the Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival and Ottawa Jazz Festival.
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During an interview on CTV News at Six with Patricia Boal, Grondin was asked what he likes about the city’s nightlife during this prime-time period.
“I think it’s the diversity,” Grondin said.
“I was walking around two-three weeks ago during Escapade, I went to the ByWard Market …