Ottawa’s Mural Program

What By-laws deal with murals?
Can I paint directly on a brick building?
Will my mural contravene the Heritage act?
There are many questions you’ll need to answer before you start the process.
Luckily, we’re here to help!
Contact the City’s Mural coordinator at (613) 580-2424 ext. 13350 or e-mail mural@ottawa.ca

Murals are large-scale artworks created directly on a wall, or attached to it, with the permission of the property owner. Outdoor murals have proven to be effective in managing graffiti vandalism, supporting arts and culture, contributing to economic development and providing youth engagement opportunities.

Murals have the potential to beautify and enhance local areas throughout communities with images that reflect and depict culture, history or visions of artistic expression.

Have you noticed a wall that is tagged with unattractive graffiti? Is there a blank wall in your neighbourhood that a mural could beautify? Are you involved with a youth group interested in mural development? Are you a property owner interested in developing artwork on your building?

Did you answer “yes” to any of the above questions? If so, you are encouraged to read up on the City’s mural program!

The goal of this program is to support the City’s Graffiti Management Strategy and beautify our city through the design, production and facilitation of murals.

The program offers:

  • The Paint it Up! Program: Groups working with at-risk youth can apply for funding for mural development in areas experiencing a high incidence of graffiti.
  • The City may commission the design and creation of murals on City -owned property to discourage vandalism.
  • Property owners and artists who wish to complete a mural may do so with guidance provided in the Mural Guide

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