Launch of public consultations on LeBreton Flats

_ (via the National Capital Commission) _ The National Capital Commission (NCC) is pleased to launch public consultations on the redevelopment of LeBreton Flats , one of the largest and most significant urban development sites in the core of Canada’s Capital.

“The two proponents vying for the opportunity to redevelop LeBreton Flats have proposed comprehensive visions for this unique urban site in our capital,” said Dr. Mark Kristmanson, Chief Executive Officer of the NCC. “Residents of the National Capital region and all Canadians are encouraged to respond to these proposals, so we can consider their input in the evaluation process.”

The public can attend events and an open house in person on January 26 and 27, during which the two proponents will present their proposals for the redevelopment of LeBreton Flats. Canadians can also watch the presentations via webcast and submit their comments online until February 8, 2016. ** ** ** Participate in person ** at the Canadian War Museum ** , ** 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa. ** ** ** Tuesday, January 26, 2016 ** Open house: 4 pm to 9:30 pm

Presentations: 6 pm

Questions and answers: 7:20 pm ** Wednesday, January 27, 2016 ** Open house: 8 am to 9:30 pm

Presentations: 6 pm

Questions and answers: 7:20 pm ** ** ** Participate online ** The presentations will be webcast live to allow Canadians across the country to view and comment on the proposals. Online participants will also have the opportunity to submit their questions during the question and answer sessions. Canadians are invited to complete an online questionnaire, available on the NCC _ website _ from ** January 26 (4 pm) to February 8 (midnight), 2016 ** .

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