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Originally Posted by Arcologist
So, a LONG way to go before we are a world-class city, a city where the Amazons of the world would consider HQ'ing.
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While I agree with what you wrote, my observations of "world class cities" goes beyond the physical content and exists also within the character of the city. World class cities I've visited have vibrant shopping/dinning districts that aren't so...hmmm..."conservative" in how shops & restaurants present and sell their products. Cafe's with tables and chairs ...on the sidewalk!! I know, I know...the horror! World class cities I've visited have neighbourhoods that have developed organically with all the little oddities along the way. They don't have neighbourhoods that need council approval to put up a storefront sign.
Ottawa has a lot to offer. It's not now nor will it ever be a "world class" city. Mostly because legislation always always always hinders organic growth of streets, blocks & districts.
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