Please note

Permit applications for new competitive or timed events in Gatineau Park will not be accepted until further notice. We are in the process of reviewing our assessment criteria for permit applications for this location.

NCC lands include urban parks, parkways, recreational paths, Gatineau Park, the Greenbelt and more. To use NCC land, a permit is often needed.

Events permits

An event permit allows you to hold a one-time event on NCC land. Examples of events include

  • Music festivals
  • Sporting events
  • Work or community picnics with tents or other structures
  • Parades
  • Fundraisers
  • Films

An event permit is not needed for picnics without tents and structures. You can, however, reserve a picnic area at Vincent Massey Park.

Visit our webpage to learn how to host a wedding at one of the two NCC sites available for wedding ceremonies.

How much does an NCC event permit cost?

The cost of a permit varies depending on the following:

  • Size of the event
  • Location (park, parkway, etc.)
  • Duration
  • Type (public, private, commercial, etc.)

Fees are subject to change.

Why is an NCC event permit needed?

The NCC uses event permits

  • to safeguard the public park for all users
  • to protect the land for future users
  • to ensure that laws and regulations are respected
  • to ensure that the use and the event are compatible with the site's purpose and nature.

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