The Sir George-Étienne Park Plan guides the long-term vision that will further the conservation, enhancement and sustainable management of this riverfront park. This is a long-range plan and its ideas will evolve over the next 30 to 50 years. The plan considers the conservation needs for the significant natural habitats along the shoreline and prioritizes climate resiliency.
This park’s lands surround the Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway along the shore of the majestic Ottawa River, a federally designated Canadian Heritage River. It is a beautiful, scenic area where you can appreciate the beauty of our natural heritage, cultural landscapes and national institutions. This plan will enhance access to the river and animate key public spaces within the Sir George-Étienne Cartier Park.
The NCC Board of Directors approved the Sir George-Étienne Cartier Park Plan in October 2024.
About the plan
The park plan focuses on a 13-km stretch of federal lands in Ottawa along the Ottawa River. From west to east, the area extends from Rideau Hall at Princess Avenue to the end of the parkway at St. Joseph Boulevard. It includes the parkway, pathways, trails, national cultural institutions and green spaces.
The goals of the plan:
- Promote and protect a healthy natural environment.
- Foster safe and continuous access to the park and the river.
- Celebrate the heritage, culture and diversity of the riverfront corridor.
- Create and promote diverse, balanced and engaging park experiences.
Engagement
The creation of this plan involved engagement from the public, Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation and the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation, a public advisory committee and stakeholders at key milestones in the planning process.
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