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Tobi Nussbaum

Chief Executive Officer, National Capital Commission · Canada

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-09-09

Tobi Nussbaum is the CEO of National Capital Commission. Nussbaum is based in Canada. Nussbaum was born in 1965 and educated at John F. Kennedy School of Government and Queen's University.

Tobi Nussbaum has served as CEO of the National Capital Commission since 2019. He previously worked as a diplomat, lawyer, and senior civil servant in the Canadian Foreign Service and other government departments, including postings to the United Nations and positions on foreign and trade policy.

Recent developments

AI summary of recent coverage

Recent coverage has focused on Nussbaum's leadership at the National Capital Commission as the organization pursues major development projects, particularly an arena at LeBreton Flats for the Ottawa Senators and ongoing discussions regarding 24 Sussex. Headlines reflect progress on infrastructure initiatives and waterfront improvements, alongside broader commentary on the NCC's efforts to reshape its public perception and advance Ottawa's development agenda.

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Born
1965
Citizenship
Canada
Education
John F. Kennedy School of Government, Queen's University, University of Victoria Faculty of Law

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Tobi Nussbaum: FAQ

Who is Tobi Nussbaum?
Tobi Nussbaum is the Chief Executive Officer of National Capital Commission, based in Canada.
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Tobi Nussbaum is CEO of National Capital Commission.
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Tobi Nussbaum studied at John F. Kennedy School of Government, Queen's University, University of Victoria Faculty of Law.