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The “big beam” floats through the NAC lobby
May 31, 2016Question: How do you move a 10 ton steel beam through the NAC lobby? Answer: On a cushion of air. In mid May PCL construction completed a significant milestone in the NAC renovation project. Members of Ironworkers local 765 installed a 10 ton (9071 kg) steel beam to support the new…
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Farewell for now CD318
February 16, 2016Glenn Gould's beloved CD318 piano is once again on the move. This time the piano is being stored at the Museum of Nature while the National Arts Centre undergoes major renovations. "One of the most important pieces in our art and artifact collection is the Glenn Gould CD318 piano" says NAC…
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NAC Ground Breaking Ceremony
February 12, 2016"It's another performance" says Kevin Skinner of PCL Constructors when describing the NAC's renovations. "That's what we want to make it. To make sure the public can see the whole project to completion and the ribbon cutting ceremony in 2017." Since its opening in 1969 the National Arts…
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Relive the Excitement of the NAC Opening in 1969
February 10, 2016The opening of the National Arts Centre in 1969 was a source of great pride for Canada and the Nation’s Capital. More than 40,000 people came to visit the building during an open house on May 30th. On June 2nd, some of Canada’s political and cultural icons were part of the sold-out audience…
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NAC Renovations Begin!
January 7, 2016The first signs of renovations at the National Arts Centre can now be seen. It’s the beginning of an exciting journey that will culminate with the grand opening of a new NAC on Canada Day 2017. As with any major renovation project of this magnitude, it won’t always be easy. That’s why we…
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Building Brilliance
October 6, 2015On Canada Day in 2017, the National Arts Centre will be opening its dazzling new addition to the public as part of Canada’s 150th anniversary. The “new” National Arts Centre will include a glittering entrance on Elgin Street, facing Confederation Square with improved performance and public…
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2015 Annual General Meeting
March 4, 2015On Canada Day 2017, the re-imagined NAC will open its doors. The architectural rejuvenation project includes improved performances spaces, spectacular public areas for education and events, improved accessibility for people with mobility challenges, and a magnificent glass entrance. The…
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A new NAC: Re-imagining Canada’s home for the performing arts
December 10, 2014The Honourable John Baird, Minister of Foreign Affairs and M.P. for Ottawa West-Nepean, and the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, today announced capital funding of $110.5 million to transform and revitalize the National Arts Centre. Situated…