Confederation Boulevard
Route in Canada's National Capital Region / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Confederation Boulevard (French: Boulevard de la Confédération) is a "ceremonial and discovery route"[1] in Canada's National Capital Region, running through Parliament Hill and encompassing downtown areas in Ottawa and Gatineau. Some of Canada's most important institutions and landmarks lie along its route.[2] During state visits, Confederation Boulevard is toured by foreign dignitaries. On Canada Day, much of Confederation Boulevard is closed to cars. Confederation Boulevard is an initiative of the National Capital Commission (NCC).[1]
The route's name commemorates Canadian Confederation.[citation needed]