In The News
New Event!
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NCA is excited to announce its collaboration with MICA (Mental Illness Caregivers’ Association) to ensure the continuation of Art In The Park event. The annual craft show, held in Strathcona Park, has served as a major fundraiser in support of those who care for individuals with mental illness. After many successful years, MICA has faced challenges that prevent them from continuing the event due to a lack of resources. NCA Executive recognizing the importance of this initiative, has stepped in to take over the event, ensuring that MICA’s mission continues.
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Art In The Park will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Strathcona Park. Applications will be open to our members on Monday, June 16th and to non-members on June 30th.
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Mark your calendars for the NCA four (4) fall shows!
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(1) November 1 & 2, 2025 - Traditions Craft Show at Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School, Orleans
(2) November 15, 2025 - The Holiday Magic Craft Show at Lester B. Pearson
(3) November 22 & 23, 2025 - Comfort & Joy Craft Show at St. Mark’s High School, Manotick
(4) November 29, 2025 - Last Minute Show - new prime location at Kanata United, 33 Leacock Drive, Kanata
Applications for all fall shows will be open to members on our website Monday, June 2nd and open to non-members Monday, June 16th. Don’t delay in applying, spaces will fill quickly!
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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