National Capital Commission | National Capital Commission
The National Capital Region represents the heart of our great nation. It is the centre of our democracy, and a symbol of the country's collective history, heritage, culture and natural features. Building on 125 years of experience, the NCC provides unique value in the Capital Region by fulfilling three specific roles: long-term planner of ...
Plan for Canada’s Capital, 2017–2067 - National Capital …
The Plan for Canada’s Capital, 2017–2067, was approved by the NCC Board of Directors in 2017. It details emerging trends and challenges, such as a growing and aging population, mobility and accessibility, environmental sustainability, and federal accommodations. Simply put, the plan aims to better the Capital by means of an inspiring vision ...
About Us - National Capital Commission
The National Capital Commission is a federal Crown corporation created by Canada’s Parliament in 1959 under the National Capital Act. Its predecessors were the Federal District Commission, created in 1927, and the Ottawa Improvement Commission, created in 1899. The NCC is subject to the accountability regime set out in Part X of the Financial ...
Our Plans - National Capital Commission
The Plan For Canada's Capital. The Plan for Canada’s Capital is a document that guides the long-term planning of the Capital. It provides the direction and future vision for federal lands in the region over a 50-year period. The NCC is the main federal urban planner in the National Capital Region. In this role, the NCC works in collaboration ...
FLUDTA: NCC approval for projects in the Capital
The review and approval process. The FLUDTA process has four stages. Each stage provides NCC staff with more information as the project develops. NCC staff know exactly how to help proponents make their proposals successful and compliant. They are available every step of the way to provide expert advice and guidance to proponents and their teams.
Sustainable Development Strategy - National Capital Commission
The 2023–2027 Sustainable Development Strategy includes 28 actions under the following themes: Sustainable Communities. regional food production. reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. sustainable and active transportation. access to urban green spaces. affordable housing. Responsible Consumption. green procurement.
Parkway Planning and Design Guidelines - National Capital …
Your input is crucial for creating the new Parkway Planning and Design Guidelines and understanding the community’s needs, challenges and vision for the parkways. Public consultation will happen in two phases. Phase 1: Gather feedback on the values, challenges, vision, guiding principles and supporting policies for NCC parkways - Fall 2024.
Climate Adaptation Plan - National Capital Commission
The impact of climate change is being felt globally and locally. We can fully expect it to continue to intensify and affect the National Capital Region. In 2024, the NCC approved its first Climate Adaptation Plan to help increase the resilience of its operations. As outlined in the NCC’s Sustainable Development Strategy 2023–2027, our ...
The Urbanism Lab - National Capital Commission
The NCC’s Urbanism Lab is an innovative space where Canadians and leaders in urbanism, design, heritage and conservation, sustainability, and placemaking get together to inspire the future of the National Capital Region. It has become the place to be for anyone who is passionate about creating a great capital city to gather and exchange ideas.
Ottawa River North Shore Parklands Plan - National Capital …
The objective of the Ottawa River North Shore Parklands Plan is to guide decisions by basing them on a long-term vision. The plan proposes land uses and design guidelines for federal lands in the study area that will contribute to achieving that vision. The following four roles are identified for these riverfront lands: The plan also proposes ...