Vol 1 Issue #1
"The NAqC Team"

The NAqC blog is an online journal displaying information in the reverse chronological order. We hope that we will provide a platform of information where we can provide updates on the progress we have made in the development, funding and construction of the
National Aquatic Complex

The NAqC project started with a dream of providing the citizenry of the Greater Ottawa area with an aquatics complex that would measure up with the best facilities in the world. Peter Lawrence made his way to Canada in 1962 involved in R&D and then had a successful business career and as a coach and athlete in the sport of Water Polo for 56 years. Starting mid-2017 Peter initiated a plan, began to dream, and dream big! From this, ideas soon became a reality.

The building of a group of like-minded individuals and organizations has been a three-year process and individuals were contacted one by one by Peter. Although this was a daunting process, he has identified leaders and influencers in Ottawa and from all over Canada to assist with the project. They include three different categories of involvement so far within the Federally incorporated company.

Governors

The role of a Governor is to assist and counsel from marketing to managing human resources to influencing the direction of the project.  They provide strategic direction, guide quality standards, and assess project effectiveness.  Additional appointments to Governor will be considered throughout the project invitations will be extended as needs are determined.

Board of Directors

The individuals selected to be on the NAqC board of directors have responsibility for activities of the project team from the early stages of development through to the end of construction. They are not responsible for day-to-day decision-making; the daily decisions will be made by the Project Leader and by the Team Leaders.

Advisors

The NAqC Business Advisors are independent and experienced experts, able to offer hands-on, practical help, advice, and support in specific business areas that will help make a difference to business or organization success. The selection of business advisors for this project is based on the ability to work closely on the strategy and advice to the Team Leaders and Board of Directors on various aspects, especially on facility planning and development, marketing, and finances from development through to the completion of the project. Our advisors are business coaches, mentors, accountants, high-performance sport directors, sports facility and equipment providers, and internationally recognized aquatic influencers. The list of Advisors will grow in numbers and areas of expertise as the project’s areas of emphasis will evolve.

Team Leaders

Team Leaders will assist in the process of making decisions for a specific portfolio of work activity.  These Leaders will hold the responsibility for ensuring that all decisions are in the best interests of the organization. This includes that their role is carried out effectively by selected volunteers who will either be contracted or volunteer to assist in the production of work necessary to produce the final development and construction of the NAqC.   Team Leaders will have access to relevant information to support them in carrying out their responsibilities and will hold update meetings with the Project Manager at regular intervals.