Good news for Capital Ward

This summer and fall, residents can see a lot of new projects taking shape in our ward. This is a result of collaboration among residents, community associations, city staff and our office. Thank you to all who have helped deliver these accomplishments.

Bank Street Bridge permanent improvements

Construction has started on this historic bridge. It will allow for fully repaired sidewalks and new extended bike lanes with a buffer from the three lanes of vehicle traffic (one southbound and two northbound). There will be two lanes of traffic during construction as there has been for the past while. The project is expected to be finished this winter.

Fire Station parkette  at O’Connor and Fifth

Construction has begun on a new parkette directly beside the Fire Station at the corner of O’Connor and Fifth Avenue. A new pergola, games table, benches and other amenities will be a welcome addition to this space.

Fourth Avenue safety zone

A new safety zone is being constructed between Mutchmor and Corpus Christi schools this summer. It will mean new speed humps, raised crosswalks and safer trips to and from school for our kids.

#10 Bus extension

We are looking to extend the #10 Bus, which runs along Bronson through the Glebe/Dow’s Lake area, to reconnect with the Rideau Centre and extend to and from Élisabeth-Bruyère.

30 km/hr speed limit in Capital Ward

Traffic calming and safe transportation in Capital Ward is very important to our office. City Council has now approved all residential neighbourhoods in Capital Ward for 30km/hr gateway zones.

Safer Bronson at Sunnyside intersection

Work on the intersection of Bronson and Sunnyside by Carleton University is almost wrapped up. The final product will be a more protected intersection for all road users, including separated crossings for pedestrians and bicyclists that will connect with the new pedestrian and bicycling facilities along Bronson and University Drive.

West Coast Video greenspace

Further down Bank Street, we worked to have the old West Coast Video building taken down and it has been replaced with grass, creating a nicer view of the street and open space until the site is eventually redeveloped.

Belmont, Willard, Fairbairn, Bellwood traffic calming

New traffic calming is being installed after several years of renewal. This is a busy school route, so we’ve asked staff for a permanent crossing guard at the intersection of Belmont/Glen at Bank (we had secured temporary funding for this while the construction project was ongoing). We should learn soon whether the intersection meets the criteria for a permanent guard.

Glen patio returns

The nearby intersection of Glen and Bank has a patio for a second straight summer. This on-street patio is a place for everyone to enjoy the neighbourhood. This is a public space, so all are welcome whether or not you’ve purchased something from a nearby store.

Lycée and Frobisher repaving

These streets off Riverside are being repaved and their sidewalks are being repaired this summer, with a new electric-vehicle charging station and safe crossings to come.

New tennis court renewal – Brantwood Park

The tennis courts at Brantwood Park will be resurfaced in September and October, which will mean the courts remain usable through the busy summer months and ready for play next spring.

New splash pad at Kaladar Park

Construction of the new splash pad, accessible pathway and landscaping is being completed this summer for everyone to enjoy.

New Heron Park community building

We have committed funding to replace the old Heron Park Field House, which has needed attention for years. Design work has begun in collaboration with the community to establish a brand-new facility.

New Springhurst Park dock

Consultation is underway this summer on a new dock for Springhurst Park to make it easer to access the Rideau River.

Eugene Forsey Park basketball upgrades in Dow’s Lake

This project should be complete in late August. The play structure and other park amenities stayed open during construction and no mature trees were impacted. The upgrades include resurfacing the basketball court and increasing its size to 16m by 26m by shifting it slightly towards the east and south.

Deschâtelets Building – new community centre, gym, parks and affordable housing

We are pleased to see formal agreements for a new community centre in Old Ottawa East in the Deschâtelets Building, with a new school, gym, parks and seniors affordable housing to come.

Greenfield – Main – Hawthorne Project 

This project is advancing this summer with significant work to take place underground including the burial of hydro wires, safer street design and a new safe intersection at Main and Colonel By.