Introducing the ByWard Market Nightlife Ambassadors’ Pilot Program

June 4, 2025

The City of Ottawa’s Nightlife Office and the ByWard Market District Authority are launching a Night Ambassadors pilot program to improve community safety and visitor outreach during the evening and early morning hours in the ByWard Market.

Starting June 27 until early November, the Night Ambassadors will be in the Market on Fridays and Saturdays from 9:30 pm to 4 am.

The ByWard Market Night Ambassador pilot program was inspired by successful night ambassador programs in other Canadian cities like Vancouver and Montreal. It is just one of the steps the City is taking to ensure the ByWard Market District is a safe, welcoming space for everyone.

To learn more about the pilot program and apply, click below.