Anishinabe Nibin (Algonquin Summer)
Anishinabe Nibin, or “Algonquin summer,” is a great opportunity to learn more about the traditional Algonquin
Summer camping in Gatineau Park
Summer camping in Gatineau Park
Services by sector
My Summer at the Greenbelt Farms
Student
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
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This past summer
I learned so much more than this from my summer experience at the NCC, especially from the knowledgeable
the opportunity to discover for yourself what the Greenbelt farms have in store for you during the summer
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6 spots for a summer picnic
stay, many of us are looking for opportunities to spend a little more time outdoors — and nothing says summer
In the summer, the park hosts an NCC Bistro, providing an opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to stop
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Summer activities interactive map
Summer hiking
Summer activities in the National Capital Region
This summer, rediscover the National Capital Region through the NCC’s parks, trails, pathways and parkways
Use our summer activities interactive map to find things to do and places to explore all over Ottawa–Gatineau
Summer
the Capital Pathway network, there are nearly 50 km of parkways open exclusively for active use this summer
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A new free transportation service to Philippe Lake this summer!
(NCC), in partnership with Transcollines, is offering even more ways to explore Gatineau Park this summer
My Summer Experience: Bringing a Turtle That Was Almost Roadkill Back to Life
Over the course of the summer, I was tasked with several projects, such as monitoring for species at
A tough painted turtle
Although the majority of animals we came across this summer had been injured
When I saw the turtle swim away into the wetland, I was reminded that the work we conducted over the summer
Three “must-do” activities for the Labour Day long weekend
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
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The beautiful summer
The last long weekend of the summer is always a great time when you spend it at the Mackenzie King Estate
Last weekend to hit the beach
The constant heat this summer has made our beaches extra popular, both
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Gatineau Park day shelters
☀️ Accessible on foot and by bike in summer.
☀️ Accessible on foot and by bike in summer.
☀️ Accessible on foot and by bike in summer.
☀️ Accessible on foot and by bike in summer.
☀️ Accessible on foot and by bike in summer.
Picnicking
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Summer
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
12:00 pm
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Summer
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Five Beaches to Beat the Heat at In Gatineau Park
Gatineau Park beaches, on three lakes in the Park, are great places to enjoy summer.
Follow Gatineau Park on Twitter for parking lot updates and don't forget that in the summer, there is
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Kingsview Park: Remediation of Contaminated Soil
Over the summer 2019, the NCC completed the design work and tendering to proceed with the project.
Kingsview Park Project: More information
Read more
Project Timeline
Phase 2: May to Summer 2020
November 2019 to Summer 2020: The landscaping and seeding work were completed in Summer 2020.
Parliament Hill Escarpment Rehabilitation
collaborating with federal partners on these issues, and will be undertaking work in the fall 2022 and into summer
Phase 2
Summer 2022–Summer 2023
Parliament Hill escarpment rehabilitation work.
Camping and accommodations in Gatineau Park
Reservations for the summer season will open on March 15, 2023.
May to October 2023
Summer
Philippe Lake
groups, day camps and other groups: plan your visit to the beach
Trails
Three-season trails: In summer
In summer, it is accessible on foot or by mountain bike via Trail 55.
: There are three parking lots: P19, P20 (Breton Beach) (open year-round) and Parent Beach (open in summer
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Learning to love the Canadian winter: Immersion for new Canadians
Learning to camp — in the summer!
To help make the introduction to camping a little easier, the program is offered in the summer — not
Every summer since 2017, we have welcomed a group of new Canadians at Philippe Lake to introduce them
cooking meals on the campfire, canoeing, hiking, playing in nature — these are some of the joys of summer
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Swimming
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Summer
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Summer
There is still time to enjoy your #SummerCapital!
Region—The National Capital Commission (NCC) wants to thank everyone who made use of its assets this summer
As we shift from summer to fall, there is still one long weekend to enjoy NCC beaches, the free transportation
Here are some highlights of our summer season.
Gatineau Park shuttle, in service on weekends from June 25 to August 28, was used thousands of times this summer
We make it easy for people to rediscover less-visited areas and hidden gems of the Capital with our summer
Gatineau Park Parkways Schedule
Summer 2023
The parkway schedule for the summer will be announced in spring 2023
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Summer
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Summer
Carbide Willson Ruins
In summer
Dogs on leash are permitted in summer.
Facilities
Washrooms: Washrooms are available at P11.
In 1907, Willson purchased 460 acres of land at Meech Lake for his summer home.
The former summer
Farm Fresh: Taste the Greenbelt
Amid rising concerns about access to food, you can rest assured that your favourite local summer
fruits and veggies will still be available this summer.
community-supported agriculture (CSA) membership, it’s easy to eat fresh, local and seasonal food all summer
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My Summer
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Portage Bridge
Resurfacing and improvements to the cycling track are on schedule for this summer.
Phase 2 of this project — improved land access to from the Portage Bridge — is due to be completed this summer
Tavern on the Falls
This initiative follows the success last summer of the Tavern on the Hill in Major
A similar attraction will operate this summer at 50 Sussex Drive overlooking the Rideau Falls.
Memorial to the Victims of Communism
Construction is scheduled to begin this summer, with completion
Rehabilitation work begins at Philippe Lake campground: First steps toward modern and accessible facilities
Reopening of summer camping is planned for summer 2024.
in universal accessibility throughout the site
other site improvements — from pathways to signage
Summer
Rates
Parking lots
In the summer, parking fees are charged at beach parking lots, boat launches and the Mackenzie
Rates for summer and winter accommodation vary depending on the season and the type of accommodation.
A Year in the Life of a Nature Interpreter
As a young child, I spent summers with my family at the Philippe Lake campground in Gatineau Park.
Summer
As we head into the summer months, Gatineau Park is in full swing.
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Hiking and Walking in Gatineau Park
Gatineau Park offers 183 kilometres of summer hiking trails.
Access to summer trails is free.
Current status: The summer hiking trails are closed, choose a winter hiking trail instead
Explore
Interactive Summer
Hiking
Summer
Dogs on Gatineau Park Trails
Summer dog walking
In summer, our four-legged friends can trek with us on more than 165 kilometres of
Gatineau Park
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Monday, May 3, 2021
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Mackenzie King Estate
Picnic area: During summer, there are picnic tables near the Moorside cottage.
year-round near the parking lot; washroom facilities near the Moorside cottage are open during the summer
Since summer 2022, the Moorside cottage serves as a day shelter, with tables, chairs and a wheelchair-accessible
Summer activities
William Lyon Mackenzie King welcomed many dignitaries to his summer home, including Winston Churchill
Replacement of the Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway LeBreton Bridge
Work is expected to be completed in summer 2020.
Phase 2: July 2019 to summer 2020
Opening of the detour road.
King Mountain
In summer, the parkway is open to motor vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians according to a variable schedule
Gatineau Park Parkways Schedule
Summer: How to get to King Mountain without a carIf you’re up for the
Documents
Gatineau Park Summer 2022 Trails Map (8.855 MB)
Rehabilitation of the Philippe Lake campground
Summer–fall 2022
Campsites in the Philippe Lake sector will be closed as of September 6, 2022.
Summer–fall 2023
Campsites and ready-to-camp units in the Philippe Lake sector will not be accessible
Winter 2021–2022: Design phase
Summer–fall
Pink Lake
In summer, the parkway is open to motor vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians according to a variable schedule
Summer
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Summer
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Summer
Report on Activities - April 2019
Construction of the new bridge is scheduled to begin in July, and to be completed in summer of 2020.
Hog’s Back Swing Bridge
The Hog’s Back Swing Bridge rehabilitation will begin late this summer and
the dam bridge being carried out by Parks Canada, Hog’s Back Road will be closed to traffic from late summer
Shoreline Initiatives
This summer will see the launch of Phase 1 of the Champlain node of the South
This summer the NCC will also begin work to make Richmond Landing universally accessible via a pathway
Swimming
To find out if cases of swimmer’s itch have been reported this summer, please contact the Gatineau Park
Hiking
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Summer
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Scenic Parkways
Hiking
Summer
Activities
Summer
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Cycling
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Summer
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Camping policies, conditions and rules at Gatineau Park
Summer policies
Cycling in the Greenbelt
Pathways
Summer
Hiking
Summer
Activities
Summer
Camping and accommodations rates and fees
Summer camping rates and fees
Hours and directions
On Saturdays and Sundays during the summer, the NCC offers a free shuttle service to the parkways area
Transcollines is also offering a new free transportation service to Breton Beach on Saturdays and Sundays this summer
Rehabilitation of the Colonel By Fountain
works, the NCC will be undertaking work in two phases, starting early December 2019 and continuing into summer
Phase 2: Spring-summer 2020
Above-ground works, including work to the fountain’s pipes, basin and lights
Rehabilitating Champlain Bridge to ensure resilience and safety
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Six Ideas for Family Outings in Gatineau Park
Keep reading for some new ideas about activities you can enjoy this summer in Gatineau Park.
In summer, nature interpreters offer a free nature interpretation program operating on a variable schedule
Did you know that the NCC is offering a new, free shuttle service, on Saturdays and Sundays this summer
Pathways
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Trail management: We’re all responsible!
Christine organizes and participates in these working bees several times a week throughout the summer
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Summer
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Meech Creek Valley
In the summer, it is open for hiking and mountain biking and, in winter, for cross-country skiing.
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Summer
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Free bus service to Philippe Lake and Meech Creek Valley
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Summer
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Summer
Gatineau Park Trail Map
Documents
Winter Trail Map 2022-2023 (7.557 MB)
Gatineau Park Summer 2022
Trails Map (8.855 MB)
Summer 2022 Camping Map (1.785 MB)
A host of NCC projects set to entice Ottawans to get some fresh air
We’ll also be expanding space for people along the canal, in both winter and summer, starting with daytime
In Gatineau Park, we will pilot a summer shuttle service promoting weekend access to destinations along
Work on the new Westboro Beach complex will start this summer, while the revitalization of Nepean Point
The summer season will see new activities not just near the river, but also on it.
Essential corridors in Gatineau Park
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Hiking a lesser-known trail in Gatineau Park
This summer, I set myself the challenge of exploring some lesser-known locations in the Park with my
In summer, expect to pay for parking. As soon as we arrive, I put Maya on her leash.
Hiking
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Hiking
Summer
Bridges and roads
Hiking
Summer
Activities
Summer
35 ideas for winter activities in Ottawa–Gatineau
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Summer
A day in the life of a student biologist
Jacob Boucher student biologist
Becoming a student biologist
In summer 2018, I began working at the
A variety of projects
My projects in summer 2018 were quite varied.
work as a student biologist, I have gained many skills, and what stands out the most from my work in summer
This summer, the projects I’ll be working on include the following:
geese management
environmental
Parking passes
In the summer, there is a parking fee at the beaches and at Mackenzie King Estate.
Summer
Summer 2022 rates
Capital Pathway Study: When, how and why they were used
Pathway usage is highest during summer (866,000 users) and lowest during winter (316,000 users).
About pathway users
During summer months, most pathway users are cyclists (599,200), followed by walkers
Tick Safety in the Capital
Gatineau Park
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Cycling in Gatineau Park
reasons, mountain biking is not allowed on any trails other than those indicated on the Gatineau Park Summer
Thrill-seekers can try mountain biking at Camp Fortune, which opens its ski slopes for biking during the summer
Documents
Ottawa–Gatineau Cycling Map (52.941 MB)
Gatineau Park Summer 2022
NCC Bistro at Patterson Creek Park
A third bistro opened at Patterson Creek Park in summer 2021.
The creek flows into the adjacent Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which, in summer months
The feedback collected over the summer will inform the review and evaluation of the NCC Bistro pilot
Rates and fees
Summer camping in Gatineau Park
Services by sector
Summer
Portrait of a volunteer in Gatineau Park
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
12:00 pm
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Luskville Falls
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
12:00 pm
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Plan your stay
Summer camping in Gatineau Park
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Why did the snake cross the road?
same ones used each year — and move to productive natural areas to bask, feed and reproduce during the summer
Every week throughout the summer and early fall, Andrea and her staff monitor these boards for snakes
Which NCC student job is right for you?
The National Capital Commission hires over 100 students each summer
One thing I’ve really enjoyed this summer is discovering so many of the trails and parks in the east
Over the summer, I had the opportunity to work with the public through the NCC’s social media platforms
My Summer
Report on Activities – October 2021
motivation to get out of my chair and to go outdoors to get the benefits of walking, scenery, enjoying summer
Marie contacted us this summer to find out more as they consider doing similar.
During the coming months, we’ll evaluate the three sites now in operation as we look forward to next summer
This summer an Algonguin-Anishinabe contractor was chosen to do the remediation work on Victoria Island
Top 5 Hidden Trails to Hike in the Greenbelt
This summer, discover these five hidden hiking trails in the Greenbelt.
Gatineau Park
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Temporary closure of the Britannia Pathway
This second phase will be completed in Summer of 2023.
Report on Activities – October 2022
Summer Overview
More than 7,600 visitors used our Gatineau Park Summer Shuttle Service between downtown Ottawa, Gatineau
For the second summer in a row, we sent a team of 10 students to Gatineau Park and downtown Ottawa to
A New Indigenous Experiences Attraction in Ottawa - MĀDAHÒKÌ FARM
Ottawa, Friday, October 1, 2021— Indigenous Experiences, the producers of the annual Summer Solstice
Over the past ten years the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival, produced by IE on behalf of the National
Useful Links:
Summer Solstice Indigenous Festivals: https://summersolsticefestivals.ca/
Indigenous
Report on Activities - April 2018
this month that a new Mosaïcultures horticultural display will return to Jacques Cartier Park for the summer
This builds on the success of MosaïCanada 150 last summer.
Voyageurs Pathway
The Voyageurs Pathway rehabilitation will go ahead this summer, with the intent of
Report on Activities - September 2019
from motor vehicles, as well as rehabilitating the asphalt surface of the bridge, was completed this summer
NCC Bistros
This summer the NCC began a 2-year pilot project partnering with local entrepreneurs to
Responsible Trail Management
Volunteers put in more than 800 hours of work over the summer that will
This summer the NCC completed the final phase of our operations to clean up the damage and restore the
Accessibility in Gatineau Park
On some weekends in the summer
Summer: Gatineau Park shuttle
Fall: Free NCC shuttle during Fall Rhapsody
In the summer, five manual wheelchairs are available upon request.
Lake ($) has a campsite, number 313, and a yurt (Wanakiwin) that are wheelchair-accessible during the summer
Pollinator-friendly demolitions
In summer 2021, we visited the seeded sites and observed pollinators in action.
NCC Takes Aim at Climate Change Impacts
These risks include hotter and more humid summers; short duration/high intensity and sustained precipitation
Next steps
Fall 2022 to Spring 2023: Development of the 10-year Climate Adaption Strategy
Summer 2023
Sir George-Étienne Cartier Park Plan
The NCC aims to complete the plan in spring 2024 and to submit it for approval in summer 2024.
consultations: Fall 2023
Phase 4
Draft plan
Public consultation: Spring 2024
Phase 5
Plan approval: Summer
LeBreton Flats pathway
pathway opened to the public in December 2021, following construction work which was carried out in the summer
consultation period: January 22 to February 14, 2021
Design approval: Spring 2021
Construction period: Summer–fall
Choose your camping experience in Gatineau Park
August 2, 2019
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There are so many reasons to love Gatineau Park in the summer
This summer, you can stay at The Pines Cabin in the Philippe Lake sector, which accommodates up to six
Camping is a great way to unplug, get outdoors and enjoy the summer.
Kingswood access road
Kingswood and Moorside cottages, faithfully restored and rich in artifacts, are open to visitors in the summer
Commissioners Park
In summer, the tulips are replaced by thousands of annual flowers, which create beautiful scenic views
Six things you may not know about Gatineau Park
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3 2023 P182 LBP Building Rehabilitation Landscape and Building Illumination
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Carrefour King Edward
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Winter | Hiver
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Employee Courtyard & Linden Patio
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Rain Walk & Urban Courtyard
L’allée Pluviale et la cour Urbaine
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éléments à caractère
patrimonial
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• PSPC to advance the proposal to design
development stage – Summer
Behind the Scenes: Bistro in Confederation Park
We spent last summer getting a glimpse of life in Confederation Park, which is a popular meeting spot
I knew that it would be fun to spend my summer watching people enjoy their summer days on a patio.
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Westboro Beach Area Redevelopment Project
Closure of Westboro Beach for summer
For this reason, Westboro Beach — including the parking lot — is closed for the summer of 2022.
Report on Activities – June 2021
Summer
The beginning of summer
and the promise of a summer of re-opening has allowed the NCC not only to continue but to expand its
Trail Running with Ray Zahab in Gatineau Park
Gatineau Park
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Great Lakes Fountain
Installing LED accent lighting which mimics the flow of water
Project implementation: November 2019 to summer
Building improvements at the Mackenzie King Estate
2021: Planning and environmental assessment
Summer–fall
Report on Activities – June 2022
#SummerCapital
Last month we kicked off the summer season by announcing our summer schedule and marketing
the many ways people can make the most of summer in the Capital.
Gatineau Park shuttle: A new addition to our summer schedule is the free Gatineau Park shuttle, hosted
Lesser-known hiking and walking trails in and around Ottawa–Gatineau
This summer
In the summer, the park hosts an NCC Bistro, providing a place for outdoor enthusiasts to stop, refuel
Day in the Countryside route map, parking and amenities
Pick one of these routes, or check out our summer
Discover other summer activities in Canada's Capital Region: there is something for everyone!
Nature know-how: Ready to enjoy the great outdoors?
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Summer
Closures as part of the Westboro Beach Area Redevelopment Project
pedestrian pathway from the Westboro Beach parking lot to Island Park Drive
Impact: Closure
Dates: Summer
Rehabilitation of a section of the Gatineau River Pathway
Summer
Mud Lake trail rehabilitation and pedestrian bridge replacement
Phase 2: Spring 2023–summer 2023
Improvements to trail.
Confederation Park
In the summer
The Path Forward for the Capital Pathway
Hiking
Summer
Activities
Summer
Cycling
Summer
Seven hiking trails in the Greenbelt where you can get a healthy dose of nature
Gatineau Park
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Monday, May 3, 2021
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Be Prepared
Summer is on its way, and soon we’ll be out hiking the trails in Gatineau Park.
Revitalization of the NCC River House
The work outlined below began in summer 2019, and is scheduled to be completed in 2023.
, universally accessible public dock infrastructure
The landscaping work should start this spring/summer
Public consultation: Westboro Beach pavilion and landscape design
During the most recent phase of public consultation in summer 2019, participants voiced their ideas and
Patterson Creek Park
In the summer
Conservation Officers to the Rescue
This summer, we relocated several bears that had wandered into the urban environment, including the
Another unexpected task we were involved in this summer and which captured the collective imagination
The Creation of Gatineau Park
During the summers, they grew what crops they could on the infertile land, and supplemented their income
road mortality during the spring nesting season, as well as during the hatching period in the late summer
Last summer, several participants in the Citizen Science program in Gatineau Park studied populations
In the summer, we have various-themed programs at the Philippe Lake campground.
Redevelopment
Pathways
Summer
Wharf rehabilitation at the Jacques-Cartier marina, in Hull
weeks, includes the following:
excavation
concrete work
asphalt (in early spring 2021)
Phase 2
Summer
Winter Visitors to the National Capital Greenbelt
Animals and plants, abundant in the summer, are now relying on their winter strategies to survive the
grosbeak (a species at risk), purple finches and white-winged crossbill, start arriving from their summer
Sussex Courtyards Rehabilitation Plan
approval (first phase of the architectural design process)
Spring: Final Schematic Design approval
Summer
Reservation policies
Summer camping in Gatineau Park
Services by sector
The Making of Gees Bees Honey Company
Come summer, my husband, Matt, decided that he was going to take the bees out of the wall.
Agriculture
Summer
Kìwekì Point (formerly Nepean Point) Redevelopment
The site is closed until summer 2023 to ensure the safety and security of the general public during the
Estimated completion of construction
The project is scheduled to be completed, and the site reopened by summer
Construction of new Westboro Beach Pavilion to begin this spring
work to be done on the site means that Westboro Beach—including the parking lot—will be closed for the summer
Greenbelt Visitor Information
In summer, the gate closes at 9 pm sharp.
Dog Walking in Gatineau Park
There is a big difference between summer and winter in terms of the number of trails where you can walk
Services by sector
Summer camping in Gatineau Park
Services by sector
Black Rapids Wetland Enhancement
the Rideau River
More diverse submerged and emergent aquatic vegetation
New and enhanced winter and summer
Reconstruction of Ontario and Quebec shorelines
Summer–fall: Shoreline restoration and the reconstruction of the multi-use pathway will be completed.
Kìwekì Point: make way for the host nation!
The entire site is closed off until summer 2023, due to ambitious redevelopment work.
Come and see this spectacular lookout starting in summer 2023.
Reconnect with the land and nature at the Ecology and Urban Agriculture Pavilion
In the summer, various institutions offer theme-based summer camps for children aged 8 to 12.
Canadians Dig Their History
Large numbers of people would camp along our shores during the summer to exchange ideas, trade material
We invited the public to process the artifacts found during the public dig held at the farm last summer
Building LeBreton: Public Consultation Report
feedback shapes the direction of the Master Concept Plan, the NCC conducted a public consultation in the summer
Capital Culture Lives Here
Summer: The NCC launches a Request for Expression of Interest in July 2022.
Land use plan for Ruisseau de la Brasserie (Brewery Creek)
Assess current conditions, issues and integration of the site with the urban concept
Spring and summer
Report on Activities - November 2019
Gatineau Park
It was another record-setting summer for camping in Gatineau Park, and winter seasonal
design work being carried out over the winter and construction work to begin in late spring or early summer
Report on Activities - January 2019
Macdonald Parkway is to begin this summer.
Hog’s Back Bridge
Reconstruction of Hog’s Back Bridge will begin in the summer or fall of
Report On Activities - January 2018
last year’s flooding, and work to rebuild the Voyageurs Pathway is expected to begin in the spring or summer
A more detailed design proposal is expected this summer.
Capital Pathway
During summer
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Agri-tourism: Twelve farms to visit in Ottawa’s Greenbelt
Would you like to escape the city and spend some time in the country this summer
A beautiful summer
As an added bonus, this farm even offers the most popular summer fruit: watermelon.
Gatineau Park shuttle
The NCC is providing a new free shuttle service in the summer on Saturdays and Sundays.
Mackenzie King EstateThe Mackenzie King Estate is the former summer residence of Canada’s 10th prime
Well known for winter sports like skiing and snowboarding, it also offers many activities in the summer
Gatineau Park Visitor Centre
walk through the forest any time of year
Trail 1, a shared trail for hiking and mountain biking in summer
Gatineau Park Trail Patroller
Summer and FallTrail patrols operate from early June to the end of October.
Parks and pathways
Pathways
Summer
NCC’s guide to cycling in Ottawa–Gatineau
Use this guide to plan the perfect summer outing!
Use our summer
Summer activities interactive map: Cycling
If you prefer, choose one of the eight suggestions below:
Rules and regulations
Summer camping in Gatineau Park
Services by sector
Britannia Pathway Wall Rehabilitation
Phase 2 : Fall 2022 to Summer 2023
Continue and complete the repair and replacement of the existing
NCC Bistros: Scenic Ottawa patios
The creek flows into the adjacent Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which, in summer months
Mer Bleue
In summer, only the southern portion of this trail is accessible.
In summer, the gate closes at 9 pm sharp.
Building LeBreton Preliminary Master Concept Plan
portion of the Albert District at the northeast corner of Albert and Booth streets (library parcel)
Summer
2020: Completion of the phasing and implementation plan
Summer 2020: City of Ottawa expected to consider
Bringing the Pinhey Sand Dunes back to life
Only a select few plant and animal species could survive on the hot surface of the dunes during the summer
The summer surface temperatures of the dunes range from 60°C to 72°C, and the dry, fine-grained sand
Science In the Greenbelt
This summer, you may notice wood chips (recycled from our program to remove ash trees affected by the
Last summer, I decided to see if I could find additional pairs.
Greenbelt
Summer
Changing the Palette of the Landscape
Throughout the spring and the summer
Gatineau Park to integrate over 16 km to trail network
These trails will be open to hiking and/or mountain biking in the summer.
Heritage and Culture in Gatineau Park
Over the course of several decades, he transformed his simple summer retreat into a country estate befitting
Rock Climbing
Documents
Official rock climbing site (729.141 KB)
Gatineau Park Summer 2022
Official Residences
Harrington Lake (Lac Mousseau) is the summer residence of the prime minister.
Champlain Bridge Rehabilitation
The design has been completed and construction work will begin in summer 2022 and be completed in the
Construction of a new service building at Rideau Hall
building is semi-conditioned, with tempered indoor temperatures in winter, and no air conditioning in summer
Remic Rapids Park
In the summer
This year’s green initiatives
It doesn’t require air conditioning in summer, and needs very little heat in winter.
changes that present the greatest risks to the achievement of our mandate:
warmer and more humid summers
Six things you didn’t know about tulips in Ottawa–Gatineau
Summer
As soon as the tulips wilt and are replaced with annual plants, our team designs arrangements
Then, on top of the tulip bulbs, for the summer and fall displays, we plant annual flowers with shallow
Protecting bats
Acoustic inventory in various habitats
During the summers of 2017 and 2018, NCC student biologists conducted
Bats leave the maternity roosts in late summer, once their young have learned to fly.
Board of Directors Meeting
Conditions permitting, construction should begin in summer 2020.
Next steps:
April 2020: Preparation of the approval letter for schematic design
Spring/summer
For the implementation of Part 1 and the demolition work to be undertaken in summer 2020, the statue
Type of sites
Summer camping in Gatineau Park
Services by sector
Management of Lymantria dispar dispar moth
Deciduous trees have the ability to produce new leaves later in the summer and thereby manage to generate
Lusk Cave
Underground Map (1.309 MB)
The Lusk Cave Trail (178.877 KB)
Gatineau Park Summer
Report on Activities – January 2023
As part of Fall Rhapsody, we welcomed the return of Anishinabe Nibin (Algonquin Summer), which was organized
A trip down memory lane
In fact, since summer 2017, my team has been digitizing photographic collections from the National Capital
Stornoway
The princess and her family and friends moved in during the summer of 1941.
Planning the Sky
The rooftop initiatives of Wild West End are also brought to the streets through The Crown Estate’s Summer
In 2017, more than 1.8 million people visited Summer Streets events.
material screened on the glass to control the amount of heat and light coming through the window in the summer
From milking cows to wintertime fun
Heritage Buildings Review Office, the dismantling of the Dairy Building was done in sections during the summer
Public Board of Directors Meeting
It assessed the NCC’s vulnerability to climate-related risks, including:
hotter and more humid summers
Gatineau Park’s in-between season
In other words, they are closed to cars from the last Sunday in October until the summer schedule resumes
NCC unveils draft plan for Building LeBreton: Dynamic, Thriving, Connected and Sustainable
Library District
Spring 2020: Development of and engagement on the phasing and implementation strategy
Summer
It's Peregrine Falcon Nesting Season in Gatineau Park
student biologists working for the Park have been in the field monitoring for several weeks during the summer
Report on Activities – January 2021
The Champlain Lookout was reconstructed during the summer
COVID showed us ways we can make our cities more liveable
additional 2.5-km stretch along the Rideau Canal was closed every day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for the summer
Thousands Participate in Public Consultation on LeBreton Flats
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Summer
Nepean Point Winning Design Concept Chosen
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Cycling
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Summer
Your Safety in Gatineau Park
manage to get reception), these are the essentials you should have in your backpack:
Gatineau Park summer
Road ecology and wetland improvements in Stony Swamp
All wetland construction is scheduled to be completed by summer 2021.
Stillwater Creek Wetland Enhancement Project
In summer, five species of heron patrol the water, hunting amphibians and fish.
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Report on Activities - September 2018
Phase 2 of the project will be undertaken in the summer of 2019, including the installation of the cycling
NCC Board Approves Capital Illumination Plan
This plan received significant support from the public during an online public consultation in summer
Agriculture in the National Capital Greenbelt
2021
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Greenbelt
Agriculture
Summer
Report on Activities – June 2020
A final round of public consultation on the draft Plan will be held in late summer
One year as NCC CEO
An ambitious agenda
Improve access to the Capital's magnificent waterways
Remic Rapids Park Bistro, summer
Adapting to Climate Change
Hotter summers
There will be four times as many days over 30°C.
Site 1: Sussex Courtyards
Adjacent businesses rely on the courtyards for summer patios and foot traffic to shops and restaurants
Kingsview Park Project: More information
We expect that the park will be fully accessible by summer 2020.
Citizen Science
Documents
Citizen Science in Gatineau Park: 2018 Spring and Summer
Blog
My Summer
My Summer
6 spots for a summer
Five artifacts that reveal a lot about the history of the National Capital Region
People would camp along the shores during the summer to exchange ideas, trade material goods and renew
The Canadian Heritage Garden: Canada in bloom
-19 first hit Ottawa, we put all staffing actions on hold —including the hiring of students for the summer
Virtual Public Board of Directors Meeting
Summer 2020: Ongoing work to revitalize the Great Lakes Fountain at the Garden of the Provinces
Report on Activities - April 2020
was presented to ACPDR in February, and is expected to come before the public for consultation this summer
Three Biology Projects in Gatineau Park
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
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One hot day in early summer
You Won’t Want to Miss These Greenbelt Farms This Fall
Agriculture
Summer
Negotiations With Rendez-Vous LeBreton Group
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Summer
Emerald Ash Borer
The emerald ash borer is a highly destructive insect that was first discovered in Canada in the summer
Regulations
Camping rules, policies and rates
Winter Trail Passes
Summer Parking Passes
Dog walking
To find
Urban Parks
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Summer
Youth Engagement at the NCC
Festival, RBC Ottawa Bluesfest, Festival franco-ontarien, Ottawa Race Weekend, Canada Army Run and the Summer
Schools, daycares, programs and summer camps: Montessori schools, Richard Robinson Haute Couture, Ottawa
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How cities are adapting to climate change
The study indicated that the city’s green spaces, which should have been “cooler,” became warm during summer
The stories of Confederation Boulevard’s past
Leckey, spent his summer digging up historic tales of the Sussex Courtyards.
Life Below Zero
For example, it is often mentioned that trees produce buds during the summer. It’s true!
Indigenous engagement: Six success stories in Canada’s Capital
Three years later, we are still hosting Anishinabe Nibin (Algonquin summer), and it is now a regular
150 Remarkable Trees In the National Capital Region
emerald ash borer is a highly destrcutive insect that was discovered in Canada for the first time in the summer
How to coexist with coyotes in the National Capital Region
more protective of their dens during mating and pupping seasons, which extend from winter to early summer
Three tips for taking in the fall colours in Gatineau Park
The La Pêche Lake sector of the Park, which is accessible in the summer via the Eardley-Masham Road,
National Capital Region’s New Tree Canopy Study: Mapping the Tree Canopy, Understanding Green Infrastructure
ecosystem benefits to citizens: air and water pollution reduction, storm-water control, moderation of high summer
Gatineau Park: Cross-Country Ski Routes
This was the summer home of William Lyon Mackenzie King, Canada’s longest-serving prime minister, who
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Urban biologist: For the love of nature
In the spring and summer — just like the plants and animals that I study — I’m more active.
Report on Activities – April 2021
the Embassy of the United States and 4 planters will also be added to their entrance for spring and summer
An overnight in the Park: A different way to enjoy winter
the evening fire to make a tasty camping treat: s’mores — just as delicious in the winter as in the summer
A biologist's take on #Bluesnest
anticipated that the bird will be released into the wild close to the Ottawa Bluesfest site by the end of summer
Report On Activities - November 2017
the community of Pikwakanagan for hosting one of the Confederation Pavilions on Victoria Island this summer
Report on Activities - September 2017
The full rehabilitation of this section of the Voyageur Pathway will take place next summer.
Building A Publishing Culture Through Content Strategy
Her husband’s family is coming to visit from Brazil this summer and Susan wants to offer them the best
Report on Activies - June 2017
These discussions will continue through the summer.
Lilias W.
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Champlain Parkway in Gatineau Park
In winter, as in summer
Hiking and Walking in the Greenbelt
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Free NCC Shuttle During Fall Rhapsody
Mackenzie King EstateThe Mackenzie King Estate is the former summer residence of Canada’s 10th prime
Detailed schedule for the Gatineau Park shuttle
This service has ended
Thank you for a great summer!
Stories of Our Past
In the summer, the park was used for concerts and picnicking, and boats could access the park from various
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Clarendon and York Courts
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Summer
Open NCC
We plant everything from spring bulbs and summer annuals to all-season perennials on federal parklands
News
A new free transportation service to Philippe Lake this summer
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- A survey on the use of the Gatineau Park Summer Shuttle,
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to these venues, programs such as Sunday Bike Days, Fall Rhapsody, as well as a variety of outdoor summer