The Long Term Vision and Plan establishes a framework for the future of the Parliamentary Precinct, the symbolic heart of Canada’s democracy, comprising 35 buildings and the grounds on and around Parliament Hill in in Ottawa, ON.
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Challenge
Supporting the evolving needs of Parliament requires a careful balance between heritage conservation, modernization, security, accessibility, sustainability, and public access. Any long-term strategy must also address how people, materials, and services move through a campus that serves Parliamentarians, staff, visitors, and the public.
Plan
The updated Long Term Vision and Plan provides a flexible roadmap through to 2067 for one of Canada’s most complex planning and restoration initiatives, addressing accommodation needs, campus circulation, universal accessibility, environmental sustainability and resilience, security, urban design, and the visitor experience. Together, these interconnected priorities establish an integrated vision for the continued evolution of the Precinct.
Outcome
The plan provides a long-term framework for the stewardship and renewal of Canada’s parliamentary campus. It establishes strategies intended to reduce the ecological footprint of the site, exceed Government of Canada environmental sustainability standards, and support the future needs of Parliament while preserving the character and significance of this national landmark.
