Materials and sustainability
Lighting and illumination (temporary and permanent) of the bridge are important aspects.
with the Capital Illumination Plan, 2017–2027.
The new bridge will follow these guidelines:
Develop an overall illumination plan that considers
Ensure that illumination does not compromise the visual primacy of the buildings that are part of the
In addition to more permanent illumination, integrate temporary, artistic, subtle and high-quality illumination
Capital Illumination Plan
The Capital Illumination Plan, 2017–2027, is our vision for lighting the core area of the National Capital
We encourage municipal partners to use the plan to guide the illumination of areas under their authority
Plan, 2017-2027 (69.768 MB)
Capital Illumination Plan - Annual Report 2019 2020 (468.811
KB)
Capital Illumination Plan - Annual Report 2017-2018 (808.398 KB)
Public Consultation Report - Capital Illumination Plan 2017 (878.873 KB)
Public Consultation
Our Capital Identity at Night
My colleague, Sophie Acheson, and I are currently working on the NCC’s 10-year Capital Illumination Plan
A glimpse into the future
Ottawa today
Ottawa - Potential illumination in the future
Gatineau today
aligned with our Capital Illumination Plan.
Including your voice in our Capital Illumination Plan is very important to us.
I invite you to have your say on the draft Capital Illumination Plan by taking our online survey.
NCC Board Approves Capital Illumination Plan
The illumination plan will serve as a guide for future lighting projects, and shape the beauty of the
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Capital Illumination Plan, 2017-2027
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The plan is based on six principles:
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The plan identifies several priority illumination projects for the NCC in the next five years, including
Plan, the first of its kind, has established a compelling and cohesive illumination vision to enhance
plan, and identify specific sites that should be illuminated.
2016: The NCC hosted a series of night
Showcase Illumination Project: National Arts Centre
National Arts Centre
Architect
Diamond Schmitt Associates
Lighting designer
Lightemotion – Architectural illumination
Kipnes Lantern, the new entrance was proposed by the architects and lighting team to incorporate an illuminated
An architectural illumination proposal was also put forward by Lightemotion, which incorporated a subtle
approach to enhance the quality of the original architectural illumination.
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Milestone Projects
Project 15: Capital Illumination
national institutions, municipalities and private building owners, the NCC will develop and implement an illumination
Virtual Public Board of Directors Meeting
Capital Illumination Plan: 2019-2020 Annual Report
Presentation (PDF)
Submission (PDF)
SummaryThe Board of Directors has received the Capital Illumination
The NCC’s Capital Illumination Plan is our vision for lighting the core area of the National Capital
2019-2020 - Annual Report - Sustainable Development Strategy (4.551 MB)
Capital Illumination
Report on Activies - June 2017
Capital Illumination Plan
The Capital Illumination Plan is one of the milestone projects included in
This draft will establish a common vision for the illumination of the Capital and identify priority lighting
We would like to hear your thoughts about the draft of the Capital Illumination Plan, 2017-2027, the
NCC's first strategy for illuminating the core area of the Capital.
Great Lakes Fountain
In keeping with the NCC’s Capital Illumination Plan, the goal of these improvements is to enhance the
Public Board of Directors Meeting
Pearson Building Rehabilitation – Landscape and Illumination Plan
Summary
The Board of Directors approved the schematic design for landscaping and exterior building illumination
Site 1: Sussex Courtyards
opportunities exist to improve the nighttime ambiance, and should respect the NCC’s broader Capital Illumination
Capital Illumination Plan, 2017–2027.
City of Ottawa: GeoOttawa mapping tool.
Project 1: Parliamentary and Judicial precincts
This work includes renewing and reinforcing the views protection policy, as well as an illumination plan
Rideau Canal Lighting Rehabilitation
Install new energy-efficient lamps, consistent with the NCC’s 2017 Capital Illumination Plan.
Our Plans
Demonstration Plans
Capital Illumination Plan
The 10-year illumination plan aims to enrich the nighttime
National Capital Commission
Gatineau Park Master Plan
Greenbelt Master Plan
Capital Illumination
Plan
Greenbelt Master Plan
Capital Illumination
Richmond Landing Shoreline Access Improvements
Improve illumination in the area.
Develop viewpoints.
Showcase Lighting Project: The Senate of Canada Building
The plan is consistent with the NCC’s Capital Illumination Plan, and was approved by our Board of Directors
Showcase Illumination Project: Richmond Landing Shoreline Access
Bridge toward the Navy Monument, the city street lights diminish, and the pathways and site elements are illuminated
Showcase Illumination Project: Rideau Hall
Board of Directors Meeting
The plan provides guidance for planning the illumination and enhancement of the site, landscape and architecture
The plan is consistent with the NCC’s Capital Illumination Plan, which sets out to enhance the Capital
in the NCC’s Plan for Canada’s Capital, 2017–2067, which also supports the development of a specific illumination
Showcase Illumination Project: National Holocaust Monument
From within the monument’s walls, it illuminates key features and spaces.
Celebrating Canada's 150th
for Canada’s Capital, 2017–2067 lays out a broad vision for the future of the Capital
The Capital Illumination
Milestone Projects
federal employment areas
Project 15: Capital Illumination
National Holocaust Monument
The monument is closed overnight, from 9 pm to 7 am, and its illumination provides an evocative visual
Capital Core Area Sector Plan
integration of interprovincial transit
Promoting sustainable modes of transportation
Developing an illumination
Planning the Sky
Illuminating architecture.
Capital Illumination Plan
The NCC prioritizes the protection of critical habitats by minimizing the
Memorial was proposed, local bird groups took part in negotiations, and now monitor the light when it is illuminated
Urban Design Challenge 2020
Architecture, Landscape and Design
Faculty advisor: Mark Sterling
School: University of Toronto
The illuminated
National Institutions
The NCC will work with federal institutions to foster exemplary design in architecture, landscape and illumination
Rideau Hall’s new forecourt and Fountain of Hope inaugurated
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I am delighted that Rideau Hall’s new forecourt and the illumination of its facade have enhanced
Managing the Capital Core: An Exciting Challenge!
the team working on the project at Richmond Landing, and I participated in the design of the Capital Illumination
NCC Canada 150 projects create lasting legacy in the Capital
We will launch the Capital Illumination Plan 2017-2027 in September.
150 Remarkable Trees In the National Capital Region
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Pollution and Light Pollution
The 10-year illumination plan aims to enrich the nighttime
A Living Culture and Heritage
federal employment areas
Project 15: Capital Illumination
Alexandra Bridge Replacement
bridge and tourist destinations in the area, for example, better pathway connectivity, an integrated illumination
Urban Design Challenge 2023
2067
Sustainable Development Strategy, 2018–2023
Canada’s Capital Core Area Sector Plan
Capital Illumination
A 2022 00039
• Night lighting should be aligned with the Capital
Illumination Plan.