Building on more than a century of experience, the NCC provides unique value in the Capital Region by fulfilling three specific roles: long-term planner of federal lands; principal steward of nationally significant public places; creative partner committed to excellence in development and conservation.

Places to Visit

NCC Fall Rhapsody

Discover the Park in a new way! From September 29 to October 21, 2018.

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Gatineau Park

Gatineau Park, just 15 minutes from Parliament Hill, is the Capital’s conservation park.

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National Capital Greenbelt

Visit the Greenbelt in Ottawa, and discover the most ecologically diverse area in Eastern Ontario. This is nature at its most accessible — a band of green encircling Ottawa from west to east. Head out and explore the Greenbelt for yourself!

Visit the Greenbelt

Parks, Paths and Parkways

The extensive green spaces within the urban core are key features of the Capital experience. They include the NCC’s parks, Capital Pathway network and scenic parkways.

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Confederation Boulevard

Confederation Boulevard is the Capital’s ceremonial and discovery route, which encircles the downtown areas of Ottawa and Gatineau. It is the route that foreign dignitaries and the royal family take for processions and state visits.

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Mackenzie King Estate

The Mackenzie King Estate in Gatineau Park is a precious Canadian legacy. This 231-hectare country estate belonged to Canada’s 10th and longest-serving prime minister, William Lyon Mackenzie King.

Visit Mackenzie King Estate

Long-term planner of federal lands

As long-term planner, the NCC guides the use, physical development and management of NCC-owned lands. The NCC owns about 11 percent of all land in the Capital region. We also coordinate the development of lands owned by other federal departments and agencies.

Major Infrastructure Projects

The NCC provides new details on major infrastructure projects under way over the next two years.

Closure Advisories

See our latest closure advisories.

Discover Canada's Capital

Canada's 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. It embodies the spirit of what it means to be Canadian.

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