The City of Montreal paid tribute to former Canadian legend Dickie Moore, who died on December 19, 2015 at the age of 84, by naming a new park in his memory in the Parc-Extension district, where he grew up. .
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“I think it’s important to mark the territory with the names of those who have influenced it. Mr. Moore has inspired, through his career and his sporting achievements, so many young people and he has made Montreal shine,” explained Mayor Valérie Plante.
Offering relaxation and play areas, the park was created as part of the MIL Montreal urban project, near the new campus of the University of Montreal. The place was also equipped with a “rain garden”, which redirects rainwater from the street to the park, in order to unclog the city’s underground network.
“The parks, for our administration, are really important. They create living environments, but they also serve to protect the environment,” added Ms. Plante.
Mr. Moore’s daughter, Lianne Moore, was present for the ceremonial inauguration. Moved, she recalled that beyond his status as a star of the Canadiens, the hockey player was first and foremost his father.
“He was very humble and he cared about everyone. He never placed himself in front of the others,” she recalled.
With tears in her eyes, she thanked the City. “I miss him every day, but you’re going to make him stay for a long time, because his name is here. It’s a great honor,” she added.
Born in Montreal in 1931, Mr. Moore played as a left-winger for the Canadiens between 1951 and 1963, winning the Stanley Cup six times and being selected six times for the All-Star Game.
In 1959, he scored a record 96 points, a mark that has since been surpassed.
He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1974. His number 12 jersey was also retired by the Canadiens in 2005.