The Ottawa River shorelines are home to beautiful pathways, parks and landscapes. In collaboration with the NCC, Kruger Products is building a new park along the Voyageurs Pathway, east of Portage Bridge.
About the project
This project is part of an agreement between the NCC and Kruger products. While the Kruger buildings will remain, a section of Kruger’s parking lot and surrounding land will be remediated and turned into a park.
Once completed, the park will feature universally accessible pathways and seating areas, multiple entrances, and a variety of native trees and shrubs.
Latest on the project
In June 2026, the NCC Board of Directors approved the name “Confluence Park”.
About the name
The name was chosen because it reflects the area’s unique character. The word “confluence” means merging and coming together. It represents:
- The meeting of rivers near Chaudière Falls
- The long history of Indigenous peoples using the river for travel and trade
- The site’s industrial past (such as timber and paper production)
- The mix of natural, cultural, and social history in the area
The choice of the word confluence encompasses the natural, cultural and historical dimension of the site, without giving privilege a single moment or perspective.
The park itself will offer public access to the shoreline, walking paths, trees, lighting, and seating areas. It will also include information about the site’s history.
Next steps
The park is expected to open in fall 2026. The NCC will continue to strengthen its collaboration with Algonquin First Nations by exploring an Algonquin translation of the park name and identifying opportunities to enhance on-site interpretation.
Timeline
Design phase
Remediation
Construction
Completion
Revitalizing the islands and shorelines of the historic Ottawa River and increasing public access to these places are part of the NCC’s priorities.