Events
The Office of Protocol is called upon to plan and execute an event when it is high in public profile, often having political, cultural, national or international implications. These major events require certain formalities, protocol guidelines, and an agenda that strives to achieve perfection and a stellar image for the city. These major events and/or official ceremonies could include a planned visit from heads of state, national and international religious leaders, political leaders, and business or cultural missions.
The following are some of the components that are considered when the Office of Protocol organizes an event: relevance to the City of Ottawa, community or communities it impacts, involvement of other levels of government or foreign dignitaries.
There are events that are organized by the City of Ottawa and that the Office of Protocol does not have an official role to play. In order to provide some assistance with these events, the Office of Protocol has developed a checklist. (pdf / rtf)
Contact:
Cathy Bowles
Chief of Protocol
City of Ottawa
Office of Protocol
110 Laurier Avenue West
Ottawa, Ontario
K1P 1J1
Tel: 613-580-2424, extension 21521
Fax: 613-580-2438
