Rideau Canal

The National Capital Commission (NCC) is actively engaged in the remediation of Victoria Island, a site of significant historical and cultural importance for Indigenous Peoples in the National Capital Region. This 56-hectare island, located in the Ottawa River, has a complex history of industrial, commercial, and residential use, which has led to soil, groundwater, and sediment contamination that the NCC is addressing for health and safety reasons.

Launched in 2019, the remediation project aims to prepare Victoria Island for future use, with an anticipated completion date of 2028. The NCC envisions transforming the island into a cultural and ecological destination that honors its Indigenous heritage while promoting education, reconciliation, and environmental stewardship.

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