Ten new multimedia clips will be added to the National Capital Commission’s (NCC) award-winning Decoding Art program. This QR code technology has given a new dimension to national monuments and public art in Canada’s Capital Region, further enriching the experience for residents and visitors. The launch of the ten multimedia clips (five for adults, five … Read more
The National Capital Commission (NCC), for the seventh consecutive year, has received from the Canadian Christmas Tree Growers Association (CCTGA) beautiful natural Canadian trees to adorn the state areas of the official residences in Canada’s Capital Region during the holiday season. The Canadian-grown Fraser firs, ranging from 3 to 3.6 metres (10 to 12 feet) … Read more
The National Capital Commission, on behalf of the Department of Canadian Heritage, announced the six finalist artists selected through a national design competition to create concepts for a War of 1812 monument in the core of Canada’s Capital. More information is available online. Call 613-239-5227.
The National Capital Commission unveiled the line-up of events for the 35th edition of Winterlude, the Capital’s winter celebration. Winterlude will be held from Feb. 1st to 18, 2013, and will feature an array of memorable activities where the outdoors, winter sports, Canada’s diverse culture, winter traditions and culinary arts will be at the forefront. … Read more
The National Capital Commission, in collaboration with Canadian Heritage, invites the public to visit a special photo exhibit that celebrates Her Majesty The Queen of Canada’s Diamond Jubilee. Until October 2012, an outdoor display will be presented on the lower terrace of the Fairmont Chateau Laurier. More information is available online. Call 613-239-5750.
The National Capital Commission, in partnership with the Canadian Coast Guard, unveiled the 2012 Plaza Bridge Photo Exhibit. This year’s exhibit celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Canadian Coast Guard. Fisheries and Oceans Minister Keith Ashfield (Fredericton, NB) said the government is proud of the Canadian Coast Guard, and of the men and women who … Read more
The National Capital Commission issued a statement on the passing of Jean Pigott. The commission said that Pigott was appointed Chair of the National Capital Commission in 1985 and embodied the mandate of the commission to create a capital for all Canadians. The full release is available online. Call 613-239-5636.
The National Capital Commission received natural Canadian trees donated by the Canadian Christmas Tree Growers Association to adorn the official residences in Canada’s Capital Region during the 2011, holiday season. The commission installed the trees at all six official residences under its responsibility. Call 613-239-5703.
The National Capital Commission welcomed the Ice Hog family, Winterlude’s official mascots, to Canada’s capital region. Papa and Mama Ice Hog and their twins Nouma and Noumi arrived at the Hull Marina aboard a Zodiac 753 Rescue Boat from the Canadian Coast Guard. The Ice Hog family will make several public appearances leading up to … Read more
The National Capital Commission announced that it won two first place awards in the 2011 National Association for Interpretation Media Competition. The awards recognize both the quality and creativity of NCC interpretation programs and materials. "Decoding Art" won first place in the web/multimedia category and "Mosaika: Canada through the eyes of its people" won first … Read more
