Its eastern edge fronts onto Saint Denis Street, a major north–south artery.

Mott Iron Works, which then were assembled to create a customized composition.

[4] A bust of Octave Crémazie was unveiled on June 24, 1906, designed by Louis-Philippe Hébert, near the home of Émile Nelligan, which faces the square.

[5][6] Nelligan himself was honoured with a bust in the square 99 years later, on June 7, 2005, designed by Roseline Granet.

The character in the opening scene (played by Jean Del Val) is named "Louis" as a nod to the park across the street.