“Ontario, Where Oregon Begins.”  Just as the slogan indicates, Ontario, Oregon is where Oregon begins.  Situated in the heart of the Snake River Valley of Oregon, Ontario is the hub of activity for Eastern Oregon.  In the past, the West Park Plaza has been at the center of the energy that resonates throughout the valley and plans are in place to return the mall to that prominent position.  Framed by the confluence of the Snake, Malheur, Payette and Owhyee Rivers, the West Park Plaza has been a gathering place for shoppers from as far away as McCall, Idaho (two hours to the North), Baker City, Oregon (one and half hours to the West), Boise, Idaho (one hour to the East) and Jordan Valley, Oregon (one and half hours to the South).  

          Ontario consists of a very diverse and rich cultural heritage where everyone feels welcome. With over 165,000 people within a 45 mile radius, Ontario offers big-city opportunities with a rural feel.  Ontario has four distinct seasons and the West Park Plaza has always drawn a crowd by offering the only indoor shopping center in the area. Another bonus is the fact that Oregon does not have sales tax so saving money while shopping at the West Park Plaza adds to the great experience.