urban planning

Help celebrate Ottawa Architecture Week leading up to World Architecture Day. This local annual festival welcomes everyone to explore architecture, urbanism, art and design in Ottawa. Ottawa Architecture Week brings together architects, designers, artists, and the public for a series of talks, exhibitions, tours, and workshops across the city. Featuring walking tours, building tours, Jane’s walks, workshops, a movie night, webinar, and more — there’s something for everyone — check out the OAW website…

The City of Ottawa Planning, Development and Building Services Department offers the Planning Primer Program to help residents become more aware of, and more involved in, the land-use planning process. The next course will focus on Urban Design, which involves creating public friendly environments such as, charming streetscapes, bustling markets, distinct town centres, safe neighbourhoods and public squares. This educational session will cover essential topics such as the principles explored during site analysis, fundamentals…