Capital culture
Taking a closer look at local artists in the Capital Region
Sarah Brown, The Canadian Geographic
Tour the world’s great capitals, and it becomes apparent that they share two key traits. First, their residents are unselfconsciously proud of their culture. Second, these capitals are bold in showcasing art and ideas, in supporting artists who celebrate their nation and in allowing them the stage when they wish to question the “sacred tenets” of what that nationhood means. Great capitals engage their artists and citizens, celebrating the diversity of their creations.
In the past 20 years, the population of Canada’s capital has reached a critical mass that makes it possible for cultural entrepreneurs to develop world-class blues, jazz and chamber music festivals; the National Gallery of Canada and the Canadian Museum of Civilization can count on crowd support for blockbuster international exhibitions; the National Arts Centre has outdone itself with its ongoing “Scene” series of regional artistic exhibitions; and our key cultural buildings are architectural showpieces. Yet, in 2011, our capital city still lacks a certain zing.
Since its creation in 1959, the National Capital Commission (NCC) has worked with other federal agencies as well as municipal, provincial and other counterparts to handle signature events in a solidly proficient way. I think of this as the “macro” level of our capital’s culture. Remembrance Day is sombre and moving; February’s winter festival Winterlude is a blast of fun in an otherwise miserable month; and Canada Day gathers everyone on Parliament Hill to celebrate together. “Christmas Lights Across Canada” showcases the city’s beauty, and the “Mosaika” sound and light show on the Hill provides visitors with a visually stunning Coles Notes version of our history.
Read more on the Canadian Geographic website: Capital culture
NCC’s Multimedia Experiences Recognized with Two International Awards
[Source: NCC press release]
Canada’s Capital Region The National Capital Commission (NCC) is pleased to announce that it has won two first place awards in the 2011 National Association for Interpretation Media Competition. The prestigious awards recognize both the quality and creativity of NCC interpretation programs and materials.
The awards are:
- 1st Place: Web/Multimedia category for Decoding Art
The pilot project Decoding Art offers visitors the opportunity to discover the history and the artists who created national monuments in Canada’s Capital Region, through multimedia clips available on smart phones using the QR code technology.
- 1st Place: Long Video category for the sound and light show Mosaika: Canada through the eyes of its people
This brings to six the number of awards that Mosaika, the sound and light show on Parliament Hill has won since its launch in July 2010.
Last Week to Experience Mosaika
NCC’s sound and light show welcomes post-secondary students to the Capital
[Source: NCC press release]
Canada’s Capital Region ¾ The National Capital Commission (NCC), in collaboration with Manulife Financial, wishes to inform the public that, as of Thursday, September 1, 2011, Mosaika: Canada through the eyes of its people, will be presented half an hour earlier, at 9 pm. The current season of the award-winning sound and light show on Parliament Hill draws to a close one week later, on Thursday, September 8, 2011.
Special evening for students
The NCC would like to welcome university, college and CÉGEP students to Canada’s Capital Region. On September 6, students are invited to attend a special presentation of Mosaika to celebrate back to school week. Entertaining and enlightening, with rich educational content, the 30-minute bilingual show explores Canada’s physical landscapes, history, achievements, and values. Mosaika is a must-see attraction and a perfect free evening activity for the Capital’s new or returning post-secondary students.
The NCC Invites the Public to Discover Parliament Hill this Summer
[Source: NCC press release]
Canada’s Capital Region – Every visit to Canada’s Capital Region must include a stop on Parliament Hill. The National Capital Commission (NCC) is offering this year the award-winning sound and light show Mosaika: Canada through the eyes of its people and the popular Discover the Hill outdoor interpretation program. The program allows residents and visitors to the Capital to explore the grounds of Parliament Hill during the summer.
INFO-TENT
Until September 5 (daily) – 9 am to 5 pm
Located on Parliament Hill to the right of the Centre Block and behind the East Block.
The Info-Tent should be the first stop for visitors to Parliament Hill. NCC staff of this seasonal visitor service facility will inform visitors of the full menu of summer activities that are available. At this location, visitors can obtain same-day tickets for the free Centre Block, East Block (starting July 2) and outdoor guided tours (starting June 25).
DISCOVER THE HILL
During the hours of operation of the Info-Tent
NCC Discover the Hill interpreters will be on site to invite visitors to explore the buildings, monuments and landscapes that surround Canada’s Parliament. Visitors will have the opportunity to further their discovery of Parliament Hill by chatting with the friendly, knowledgeable staff.
The different facets of Parliament Hill can also be discovered through a free 45-minute outdoor guided walking tour entitled “In the Footsteps of Great Canadians” (starting June 25).
DERNIÈRE SEMAINE POUR VOIR MOSAIKA
Nouveau spectacle son et la lumière de la CCN ─ soirée supplémentaire pour accueillir les étudiants post-secondaires dans la capitale du Canada de la capitale nationale (CCN) tient à informer les résidents et visiteurs que la dernière représentation du nouveau spectacle son et lumière aura lieu le lundi 13 septembre 2010. Le spectacle gratuit et bilingue intitulé, « Mosaika : le Canada raconté par son peuple », connait un énorme succès dans sa saison inaugurale; il a été vu par plus de 200 000 visiteurs depuis son lancement en juillet. Région de la capitale du Canada ─ La Commission En supplémentaire
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LAST WEEK TO EXPERIENCE MOSAIKA
NCC’s new sound and light show held over for an extra night to welcome post-secondary students to the Capital Canada’s Capital Region & The National Capital Commission (NCC) wishes to inform residents and visitors that the urrent season of the new sound and light show on Parliament Hill draws to a close on Monday, September 13, 2010. The free, bilingual show, Mosaika: Canada through the eyes of its people, has enjoyed great success in its inaugural eason, having now been seen by over 200,000 visitors since being introduced in July. Read more
New Mosaika Sound and Light Show video
For anyone who hasn’t had a chance to check out the new Sound and Light Show Mosaika, on Parliament Hill check out this video by Kaan Bayulken. Then see the show for yourself.
Don’t miss this free, bilingual show. Presented nightly in Canada’s Capital Region. Until September 12, 2010.
For details about the show visit the Mosaika website.
NCC LAUNCHES MOSAIKA, THE NEW SOUND AND LIGHT SHOW
NCC LAUNCHES MOSAIKA, THE NEW SOUND AND LIGHT SHOW
ON PARLIAMENT HILL
Canada’s Capital Region – The National Capital Commission (NCC) today launched a brand new sound and light show on Parliament Hill entitled Mosaika: Canada through the eyes of its people. This new 30-minute experience uses spectacular lighting effects, stunning image projections and a rich tapestry of words, music and sounds to tell the story of Canada — our story — with a powerful narrative set against the spectacular backdrop of the Peace Tower and the Centre Block. It will be presented free of charge evenings until September 12, 2010, and for the next four summers.
“The sound and light show grants the NCC a unique opportunity to instill pride in Canadians and increase visitors’ awareness of our great nation by making the Capital a reflection of the people, values and achievements that define our country,” said Marie Lemay, Chief Executive Officer of the NCC. “Mosaika captures the essence of the Canadian spirit and is sure to dazzle audiences.”
Mosaika, produced by Moment Factory – a Montréal-based production company – is a bilingual show presented seven days a week (weather permitting). Bleacher seating can accommodate approximately 500 spectators. Hours are as follows: from July 8 to 18, 2010, at 10 pm, and from July 19 to September 12, 2010, at 9:30 pm.
The NCC has captivated audiences for 25 years with its sound and light shows. The last edition drew record-breaking numbers and was seen by over 1.2 million spectators. Mosaika is a must-see attraction in Canada’s Capital Region and a perfect activity for a summer evening.
For more information on Mosaika, the new sound and light show on Parliament Hill, please contact the NCC at 613-239-5000, 1-800-465-1867, 613-239-5090 (TTY) or 1-866-661-3530 (toll-free TTY) or visit the website at www.mosaika-sl.ca.
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LA CCN LANCE MOSAIKA, LE NOUVEAU SPECTACLE SON ET LUMIÈRE
SUR LA COLLINE DU PARLEMENT
Région de la capitale du Canada ─ La Commission de la capitale nationale (CCN) a lancé aujourd’hui la toute nouvelle version du spectacle son et lumière sur la colline du Parlement intitulée Mosaika : le Canada raconté par son peuple. Cette production d’une durée de 30 minutes comprend des effets de lumière saisissants, des projections d’images stupéfiantes et une riche mosaïque de mots et de musique racontant l’histoire du Canada — notre histoire — par la magie du son et de la lumière présentée sur la tour de la Paix et l’édifice du Centre. Mosaika sera présenté gratuitement tous les soirs de l’été jusqu’au 12 septembre 2010, et pendant les quatre prochains étés.
« Le spectacle son et lumière accorde à la CCN une occasion unique de susciter la fierté des Canadiennes et des Canadiens en plus de permettre aux visiteurs de découvrir notre pays en faisant de la capitale un reflet de la population, les valeurs et les réalisations qui définissent notre pays, a déclaré Mme Marie Lemay, première dirigeante de la CCN. Mosaika capture l’essence de l’esprit canadien et saura éblouir les foules. »
Mosaika, produit par Moment Factory, une compagnie de Montréal, est une présentation bilingue offerte sept jours sur sept (si le temps le permet). Les estrades aménagées sur le site peuvent accueillir jusqu’à 500 personnes. L’horaire des représentations est le suivant: du 8 au 18 juillet 2010, à 22 h 30, et du 19 juillet au 12 septembre 2010, à 21 h 30.
Au cours des 25 dernières années, la CCN a captivé l’intérêt du public avec ses spectacles de son et lumière. La dernière édition a attiré un nombre record de personnes d’année en année et a été vue par plus de 1,2 million de spectateurs. Mosaika est une attraction incontournable et une activité parfaite pour une soirée d’été dans la région de la capitale du Canada.
Pour de plus amples renseignements sur Mosaika, le nouveau spectacle son et lumière sur la colline du Parlement, le public peut communiquer avec la CCN au 613-239-5000, 1-800-465-1867, 613-239-5090 (ATS), 1-866-661-3530 (ATS sans frais) ou encore consulter le site Web www.mosaika-sl.ca.
NCC hires Montreal firm to fire up the Hill: Crown corporation increasing number of multimedia presentations around National Capital Region
Peter Kovessy, Ottawa Business Journal Staff
The National Capital Commission has awarded a $574,000 contract to a Quebec multimedia company to produce the next edition of its popular summertime sound and light show, officials say.
Moment Factory, which designed the interactive set for rock band Nine Inch Nails’ 2008 tour, has been tasked with developing and technically planning the Parliament Hill show, which will launch next summer.
The NCC received four bids and evaluated proposals on value, preliminary concept designs, past experience, and the applicant’s understanding of the show’s objective, which is to showcase Canada and build national pride by encouraging appreciation of its history and culture.
Full story on the OBJ website: NCC hires Montreal firm to fire up the Hill
ONE MORE NIGHT TO ENJOY NCC SOUND AND LIGHT SHOW
The National Capital Commission (NCC) wishes to inform the public that the Sound and Light Show on Parliament Hill, Canada: The Spirit of a Country, will be held over one extra evening, on Monday September 14, for the benefit of the public and this year’s Legislative Assembly Conference. This free, bilingual show is offered twice nightly, 7 days a week, at 9 pm and 10 pm.
This is the last chance to see Canada: The Spirit of a Country. The current edition of the Sound and Light Show comes to a close this year. The show, which debuted in 2005, has now been seen by over one million spectators. A new show is under development and scheduled to premiere next summer.
Canada: The Spirit of a Country is a 30-minute multi-media production with original music, giant images and spectacular lighting effects which transports the audience from coast to coast to coast through a unique experience of the story of our nation. The majestic landmark setting of Parliament Hill serves as a backdrop for the show as the Parliament Buildings become bathed in lights and images.
Show times:
August 10 to September 14 – Nightly at 9 pm and 10 pm*
For more information on the Sound and Light Show on Parliament Hill, the public can contact the NCC at 613-239-5000, 1-800-465-1867 (toll-free), 613-239-5090 (TTY) or 1-866-661-3530 (toll-free TTY), visit the NCC’s website at www.canadascapital.gc.ca/soundandlight, or stop by the Capital Infocentre, located at 90 Wellington Street (across from Parliament Hill).
