In The News
As we begin 2026, planning is underway for an exciting year with 6 shows:
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(1) Spring In Bloom (1-day) Saturday, April 11th at Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School, Orleans
(2) Strathcona Art In The Park (1-day) - date to be announced
(3) Traditions Christmas Show, Saturday and Sunday, November 7 and 8 at Sir Wilfrid Laurier SS, Orleans
(4) Holiday Magic Show (1-day) Saturday, November 14th - location to be confirmed
(5) Comfort & Joy Show, Saturday and Sunday, November 28 and 29 at St. Mark High School, Manotick
(6) Last Minute Show (1-day) Saturday, December 5th at Kanata United Church, Kanata
Applications will open to NCA members for the Spring In Bloom Show on February 1st, and to non-members on February 15th. Preference is given to members first, please apply asap as the show fills quickly. Don't Miss out!​​​​​​
ABOUT US
Our Vision
We provide opportunities to local artisans from Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec to promote, develop, and showcase their art and handcrafted products.
What We Do
We offer numerous marketing opportunities in the National Capital Region as well as provide mentoring to artisans on marketing and craft display.
Our Community
Our community brings together over 100 artisans with years of experience and knowledge in a warm and helpful environment.
You knew us first as The Capital Artisans Guild and The Ottawa Artisans Guild. On July 1, 2019 the two Guilds merged and became one organization renamed National Capital Artisans.
NCA Executive Committee 2025-2026
President: Betty Anne Dawson
Vice President: Larry Reed
Secretary: Natasha McKenzie
Member Services: Lucie Firlotte
Treasurer: Terry LeBlanc
Market Coordinator: Cristiane Doherty
Advertising: Vacant (Acting-Betty Anne Dawson)
Communications: Vacant (Acting-Terry LeBlanc)
Webmaster: Kathy Nadeau
CONTACT US
General Meeting meeting Place
Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex
1490 Youville Dr, Orléans, ON K1C 2X8
Mailing Address
Box 7, Suite 260,
245 Centrum Blvd,
Orléans, ON K1E 0A1