4.00 ConEd Learning Hours
8:30 am - 12:30 pm

To attend this session, registrants must meet in the Conference Lounge: Provinces & Confederation I Kreitmaker Experiential Learning Dispatch Hub + Foyer of the Westin Ottawa Hotel

Gain insights into the history, natural features, and conservation challenges of Rockcliffe Park—a Heritage Conservation District (HCD) and National Historic Site of Canada. The Village Council (now amalgamated into the City of Ottawa) officially designated Rockcliffe Park as a Heritage Conservation District in 1998. A new HCD plan was approved by the City in 2016 to conserve the heritage value of the former village. It emphasizes both the historic architecture (dating from the mid 19th century onward) of Rockcliffe and the area’s park-like setting and formally designed parks. Rockcliffe is celebrated for its gracious homes, overall layout, plantings and natural features. Participants will learn about the impacts of designation related to infill, redevelopment, and additions/remodelling of existing buildings. This session is offered through Heritage Ottawa.

This session is Level 2 (Lightly Active). Dress for weather conditions and wear comfortable clothing and footwear. Consider bringing a refillable water bottle and your camera.

Please note: Participants will gather and depart from the Kreitmaker Experiential Learning Dispatch Hub located in the Conference Lounge.

Learning Objectives
1. Understand the role Rockcliffe Park Village played in the development of Canada’s Capital, its continuing importance for embassies, and its long history as a Heritage Conservation District.
2. Learn about the application of the Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation and Historic Places in Canada on projects related to the preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of protected buildings and landscapes in a designated Heritage Conservation District.
3. Analyze how the City of Ottawa has used a range of planning tools to conserve the area’s heritage values, while addressing demands for multi-family residences and infill, and the increasing security requirements for international legations.
4. Acquire a stronger appreciation of the importance of heritage trades in the conservation of a Heritage Conservation District.

Elizabeth Heatherington, Parks canada
Robert Martin, RMA+SH architects

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