Sault Ste. Marie in Algoma District, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
John Rowswell Park
John Rowswell Hub Trail
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 11, 2024
1. John Rowswell Park Marker
John Rowswell served as Mayor of the City of Sault Ste. Marie from December 2000 until his death on August 31, 2010. He was one of the longest serving mayors in the city’s history.
John Rowswell Park was designed to reflect the city’s natural environment and is an integral part of the John Rowswell Hub Trail. Its features include a demonstration wetland, paving stone walkway and bicycle path. A viewing platform resembling a ship’s bow radiates from a mariner’s compass, honouring the city’s long nautical history.
Mayor Rowswell was a passionate supporter of the hub trail system — a 25-kilometre non-motorized trail circling the central portion of the city, linking neighbourhoods and providing economic, environmental, recreational and health benefits to the community.
Mayor John Rowswell
1955-2010
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical month for this entry is December 2000.
Location. 46° 30.375′ N, 84° 19.981′ W. Marker is in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, in Algoma District. It can be reached from Foster Drive
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Regionally, this marker is in the Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma Area and in Northern Ontario. It is also in Central Canada. Globally, it is in North America, in the Great North Woods, on Lake Superior’s North Shore, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony, the Viceroyalty of New France, the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, and Rupert’s Land.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Nicolas Perrot (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Gathering Place (about 210 meters away); City of Sault Ste. Marie 100th Anniversary Flower Garden and Commemorative Plaque (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Dr. Roberta Bondar (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Passenger and Packet Freighters on the Upper Great Lakes
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 11, 2024
2. John Rowswell Park Marker
The marker is mounted on this boulder overlooking the St. Marys River (left background). The Hub Trail is on the right.
Also see . . .
1. John Rowswell (Wikipedia).
Excerpt: Canadian politician who served as the mayor of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario from 2000 to 2010. He was a consulting engineer who operated his own company, Rowswell & Associates Engineers Ltd. One of his final significant acts as mayor was to issue a formal apology to French Canadians for the Sault Ste. Marie language resolution of 1990, which had occurred before his time on council. He died in office on August 31, 2010, after a prolonged battle with cancer.(Submitted on May 9, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
2. John Rowswell Park.
Excerpt: Nestled in the heart of Sault Ste. Marie, John Rowswell Park welcomes walkers and runners with its serene ambiance and lush greenery. The park's 5.9 acres provide a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. With its well-maintained trails and scenic vistas, this park is the ideal destination for those seeking a refreshing and invigorating outdoor experience.(Submitted on May 9, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
3. John Rowswell Hub Trail.
Excerpt: The John Rowswell Hub Trail is a 25 km multi-use non-motorized trail system that connects many significant points of interest including the waterfront walkway, Bellevue Park, Algoma University, Sault College, the new hospital and Fort Creek Conservation Area. This trail system provides access to all areas of the City and links together key cultural, historical, and natural areas of the community.(Submitted on May 9, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Credits. This page was last revised on May 9, 2025. It was originally submitted on May 6, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 225 times since then and 86 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 9, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
