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On Confederation Boulevard
The core area of Canada’s Capital Region is a prime destination for visitors, but in order to make the most of their experience, they need “wayfinding” tools. As part of our mission to help visitors discover the institutions, heritage and symbols of the Capital region, we have instituted a system of signs and maps to help visitors find their way along Confederation Boulevard, the Capital’s ceremonial route.
Map Models
Bronze map models are located at key points along Confederation Boulevard as a primary wayfinding tool. Each map model consists of a bronze, three-dimensional map (1.2 metres, or 4 feet, in diameter) of the Boulevard, mounted on an octagonal concrete base with three legends and one interpretation panel around the sides. This model is a powerful orientation tool, since it puts the information on the same horizontal plane as the ground and eliminates the mental translation required with a flat map. The map helps orient pedestrians to Confederation Boulevard, its programs and attractions. In addition, it:
- is universally accessible
- can be consulted by several people at the same time
- appeals to a broad range of users (even young children can relate to it)
- is made of weather- and vandal-resistant materials and is very durable
Wayfinding Kiosks
Information kiosks — each topped with distinctive maple leaves and featuring the colours of the Confederation Boulevard street design — have been placed at intervals along the route. One-third of each cylindrical kiosk is reserved for wayfinding information in the form of regional and sectoral maps with detailed legends.
Wayfinding in the Capital Region
Highly visible pedestrian signs have been installed at key points in the Capital region to guide visitors to sites and attractions on Confederation Boulevard. Also, a system of signs for vehicles has been developed in association with provincial and municipal authorities to make sure that visitors are properly welcomed, informed and guided to their destinations.
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