History of Dollard-des-Ormeaux
The City of Dollard-des-Ormeaux became an official entity in 1924 and obtained a new charter in 1960. Although mainly residential, Dollard-des-Ormeaux has many commercial zones.
Sources and St-Jean Boulevards are its main commercial arteries. By landscaping Centennial Park, the municipality created a beautiful recreation area of 48 hectares around an artificial lake. At the heart of the City, adjacent to the administrative offices, is the Civic Centre which houses three skating rinks, two indoor swimming pools and an amphitheatre, the Cultural Centre with a reception hall, art gallery, a library and a Community Centre, completing this group of public buildings, was added in 2002.
Centennial Park
This exceptional site, located in the heart of the community, with 48 hectares of natural beauty, including a large artificial lake, offers residents the peacefulness and charm of country living. Families can be seen throughout the seasons walking, jogging or biking along trails, enjoying a picnic or participating in a number of activities and festivities, including bocce.
In the winter, this picturesque decor takes on an enchanted look, inviting the young and young-at-heart to try cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, skating or sliding down the toboggan hill.
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