Alison Loat, Director and co-founder of Samara

I think the capital should be a place that inspires Canadians to public service – whether that is a decision to serve in government or politics in some capacity or, more realistically and likely, just a willingness to engage with our political system and understand why it’s important and see it as a meaningful way to contribute to the economy.

Alison Loat, Director and co-founder of Samara

Some 20 great Canadians from various backgrounds shared their vision for the capital of their country. Read them online and in the January/February 2012 issue of Canadian Geographic. Others are forthcoming, including Rick Hansen’s testimonial to be published online on January 25, 2012.