Editing Cambridge, Ontario (section)

==Attractions==
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[[Image:Hespeler-Library-Cambridge-.jpg|thumb|right|The new Hespeler Library was created by building a glass cube around the historic Carnegie library. The environmentally responsible building features recycled white oak floors and a ceramic treatment on the glass to reduce sunlight intensity.]]

Cambridge is home to many cultural events and activities, including the Mill Race Festival and the Rock the Mill music festivals in downtown Galt, and the Cambridge Highland Games in Churchill Park in July.<ref>[https://www.cambridgetimes.ca/community-story/3375429-highland-games/ "Highland Games"]. ul 18, 2011 ''Cambridge Times''</ref> There is also the Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory, the annual dragon boat festival, the Cambridge fall fair, and the Santa Claus Parade.

There is also the festive "Christmas in Cambridge" winter festival at Christmas featuring events like Unsilent Night, which began in New York City by [[Phil Kline]]. The City of Cambridge's take on this event uniquely involves other aspects of the community such as [[Christie (audiovisual company)|Christie]] digital projection technology. [[University of Waterloo School of Architecture]] Cambridge students in Dr. Jeff Lederer's Urban Revitalization and Design class designed the spectacular light installations.

The Cambridge Farmers' Market has been in operation in the original building on the original site circa 1830; making it the third-oldest market in the country. The Cambridge Farmers' Market is now ranked as one of the top 10 markets in the country by ''Best Health Magazine''. All the vendors come from within a 100&nbsp;km radius to sell fresh fruits, cheese, vegetables, baked goods and more.

The Cambridge Centre of the Arts is a municipally operated community arts centre that is available to area residents, artists and organizations. The Arts Centre was opened in May 2001. Cambridge Galleries are a part of the Cambridge Public Library system or Idea Exchange, with art exhibition spaces at Queen's Square, Preston and the new Design at Riverside location. Together, the three galleries host approximately 23 exhibitions per year. Along with the art gallery projects, Cambridge Libraries (Idea Exchange) are undergoing a $13.5 million restoration project of a former post-office into a digital library.<ref name="ReferenceB" >{{cite web |last1=Latif |first1=Anam |title=Old post office project takes shape in Cambridge |url=https://www.therecord.com/news-story/7556919-old-post-office-project-takes-shape-in-cambridge/ |website=therecord.com |date=September 14, 2017 |publisher=Metroland Media Group Ltd. |access-date=11 November 2018 |location=14 September 2017}}</ref> The building was unused for some time before the city bought it for $950,000 and a Parks Canada grant of $800,000 restored some of the building.<ref name="ReferenceB"/> The new project will not house physical print but focus on 3D & laser printers, maker labs, performance and studio for teen, a large children's area including a Lego wall and a coffee shop.<ref name="ReferenceB" />

The Federal and Ontario governments and the City of Cambridge came together and built the [[Drayton Entertainment|Dunfield Theatre]] in 2013 in an effort to promote Canadian talent and the performing arts.<ref name="infrastructure.gc.ca" >{{cite web |title=Lights, Curtain, Action! Grand Opening of Dunfield Theatre Cambridge |url=http://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/media/news-nouvelles/2013/20130308cambridge-eng.html |publisher=Government of Canada - Infrastructure Canada |access-date=11 November 2018 |date=8 March 2013}}</ref> The 59,000-square-foot arts complex boasts 500 seats and over $20 million was contributed/donated. [[Michael Chan (Canadian politician)|Michael Chan]] Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport said of the theatre's construction:"Arts and culture help to stimulate the economy, draw visitors to our province and enhance our quality of life...The new Dunfield Theatre Cambridge will enrich the cultural fabric of this community and provide exciting opportunities for people to engage in the arts. The Ontario government is pleased to support such a worthy project."<ref name="infrastructure.gc.ca"/>  In 2018, the theatre's name was changed to the Hamilton Family Theatre.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Latif |first1=Anam |title=Dunfield Theatre Cambridge's name change a family affair |url=https://www.therecord.com/news-story/7420209-dunfield-theatre-cambridge-s-name-change-a-family-affair/ |access-date=11 November 2018 |publisher=Metroland Media Group Ltd. |date=12 July 2017}}</ref>

In June 2008, the new Cambridge City Hall facility opened as the first city hall in Canada to achieve the ranking of gold in the [[Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design|LEED]] from the Canada Green Building Council. The $30 million project was completed on time and on budget and financed through a settlement of a loan with the city's hydro utility. A conservative estimate comparing a standard {{convert|85000|sqft|m2|adj=on}} building to the new City Hall LEED-standard building results in a $160,000 savings on energy per year or some $1.6 million over 10 years. The open concept of the facility allows for greater airflow, reducing cooling costs and increasing the penetration of natural light to offset other light sources. A four-story "living wall" of tropical plants is located in the atrium and cleanses the air of pollutants such as formaldehyde, [[volatile organic compounds]], dust, and spores. Behind the living wall is a running water supply that provides humidity during the winter months and a soothing sound for employees and visitors to enjoy all year round.

The historic city hall in Cambridge was built in 1858 by local architect H.B. Sinclair for $3,650, replacing the original structure built in 1838. Built of granite and white limestone, locally found blue granite was used as a decorative feature. The Historic City Hall served as the community's town hall and marketplace. Today, the Historic City Hall and the New City Hall are connected by a hallway constructed shortly after the New City Hall was built.

In the tradition of environmental stewardship, Cambridge preserves over {{convert|365|ha|acres}} of parkland which make up more than 80 parks in the city, as well as over {{convert|140|km|mi}} of on-road cycling lanes.
[[File:Back of McDougall Cottage in Galt.jpg|thumb|Back of McDougall Cottage in Galt]]
The McDougall Cottage in downtown Galt is a historic granite and limestone cottage built in 1858. It is currently a museum.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-12-18 |title=McDougall Cottage Historic Site |url=https://regionofwaterloomuseums.ca/en/visit/mcdougall-cottage-historic-site.aspx |access-date=2025-03-23 |website=regionofwaterloomuseums.ca |language=en}}</ref>