Urgent call for board members for the Wellington Village Community Association!

Urgent call for NEW and ACTIVE Board Members! 

Only You... Can save the Wellington Village Community Association!

Hello everyone,

The Wellington Village Community Association first began in 1922 as the "Elmdale Municipal Association". Over the years, it has served varying purposes, faced many big changes in the community, and has helped provide support and representation for the residents of our community. There have been times where the association has gone dormant. It was in 1992 that a group of local residents brought the association back from a long break, and later selected a new name in 2010, Wellington Village. Sadly, we may be facing one of those dormant periods again.

There are many reasons why a Community Association will go dormant. 

* The represented area may be small, like Wellington Village is. We've always faced an uphill battle for neighbourhood image. Are we Hintonburg? Are we Westboro? Are we "Wellington West"? We don't have the same numbers as our neighbouring associations, nor do we have the identity that they do. It adds to the challenge of recruiting members and volunteers.

* A lack of big issues to rally the community and get people involved to help promote (or fight) a cause. Without a big issue, people are generally happy with the status quo, and the community association isn't as critical during quieter times. Of course I would argue that we definitely have had some big issues to deal with of late - namely the new Official Plan, and Zoning By-law, Tunney's Pasture, paid parking on Wellington, our new park.. the list goes on.  

* People just have less time to give to their community. It's a fact that community associations aren't seeing the volunteer numbers they used to even a decade ago. WVCA has suffered this in spades. We had a full board of over 15 members pre-Covid. Now we are down to about 6.

Unfortunately, the WVCA has suffered all of the above. And we are at urgent risk of losing our community association. All of the current remaining board members have been a part of the CA for many years, and have done their part. Some have stayed on knowing that there hasn't been someone else to come in and help replace them. We have struggled to get new members. As a result, we've stopped having regular meetings, stopped putting on events, and been limited to what we've been able to get involved in. Having said that, it hasn't stopped us from accomplishing a lot over the last 4 or 5 years - but we're on fumes. 

The WVCA needs you. We need to restore a large board of dedicated members who can carry on the great work we've been doing. And there is lots to get involved in! Tunney's Pasture redevelopment is going to be a big deal for us over the coming years. The new zoning by-law is likely going to see radical changes hit our streets. Is the local infrastructure ready for that? How will the extra traffic be handled? We have seen recreational services decrease, how can we ensure our neighbourhood has access to facilities for swimming, skating, and other sports? Wellington Street is forever changing. The BIA has its hands full. Fisher Park Rec Council is super busy. How can we best help support both of these (and other) important organizations? 

Whether you have interest in one specific area, or would like to contribute to the neighbourhood in general, the WVCA needs you. Being a board member doesn't mean you're locking into hundreds of hours of time and labour. At minimum you should be prepared to attend one 2-hour meeting per month; contribute on email discussions held through our internal message board; and once in awhile chip in where your interest lies - attending a meeting, conducting some research, drafting a letter, etc.

This isn't a threat. It isn't your typical "we need you" message that every CA sends out. Without a significant number of interested community members stepping forward in the next couple of months, the WVCA will fold. We will go unrepresented. Or perhaps a neighbouring association may pick us up, but we'll never have the dedicated attention that the WVCA has been providing our residents for the majority of the last 104 years. It would be a shame to see the WVCA go. A real loss to the community, that will be felt significantly once it's gone. Who will speak up for our interests? As we've proven over and over - even a few people can make a big difference. 

All board positions need to be filled: President. Vice-President. Treasurer. Secretary, Webmaster, Social Media lead. It's a fresh reset for the community association. A few of the existing board members are committed to staying on for a while (and maybe longer) to help transition to the new board, and get things rolling. You won't be on your own to figure things out. 

But we do need dedicated people, and we need a good solid group of them. Or else the WVCA will fold this Spring 2026.

If you are interested, or have any questions, or would like any information, please send us an email at president@wvca.ca

Thank you.

Dave Allston

A/President, WVCA

(photo borrowed from Royal Lepage Integrity Realty)

The Ceremonial Opening of Papichi Park - Saturday November 15th!

Saturday is a celebratory day for Wellington Village and we hope you can come out to celebrate with us!

The official ribbon-cutting on our new local park, Papichi Park, will be taking place at 11 a.m. (Saturday November 15th). 

All are invited to attend this event, which will feature hot chocolate and coffee, and some words from Elder Verna McGregor from Kitigan Zibi Anishinābeg, as well as Mayor Mark Sutcliffe, Councillor Jeff Leiper, and the WVCA.

Location: 115 Spencer Street (corner of Huron Avenue North)

All are welcome!

An Update from the Neighbours for Tunney’s Group - Survey Results!

 An Update from the Neighbours for Tunney’s Group

 

Greetings, 
 

Neighbours for Tunney’s would like to thank all of the local residents and followers who took the time to complete the 2025 survey we recently shared on the ‘Redevelopment of Tunney’s Pasture’. 

We had 419 respondents and our Neighbours for Tunney’s group has grown to 633 members. We’re pleased that so many neighbours continue to weigh in on this project. By working together we hope to contribute to building a better, more sustainable and integrated new community at Tunney’s Pasture. 

Click here to VIEW SURVEY RESULTS

Below, we provide some thoughts from the Neighbours for Tunney's group on the results and provide a list of priority issues that the group has been discussing. We also present our “ask” as well as “next steps” you can take to have your voice heard. 

Neighbours for Tunney’s reflections on survey results
Responses to the survey question on amenities highlight a strong community desire for amenities that provide essential services, while also emphasizing enhanced quality of life and fostering of social connections. There seems to be a desire for a well-rounded, self-sufficient, and community-oriented development that caters to diverse needs but also encourages thoughtful design to build opportunities for people to connect, interact, play, and relax in the community, and with nature through the preservation of green space. 

A hopeful and enthusiastic theme also emerged—whereby many respondents outlined how they believe this to be a “unique opportunity for the city of Ottawa”; a “legacy development”—a moment to use one of the last underdeveloped urban spaces, to “build something bold, thoughtful and inclusive” that “enhances Ottawa as a capital city” rather than just work to maximize density or economic gain.

Based on the survey results, Neighbours for Tunney’s outlines ten actions that could be taken to align development plans with community needs and aspirations:
Note: this list does not include current work underway to ensure affordable housing and traffic planning

1. Prioritize green space and parks – Since a majority of respondents emphasized the need for parks and recreational areas, planners should ensure ample green space is integrated into the design, with features like playgrounds, walking paths, natural areas and seating areas (Ottawa’s Official plans outline targets).

2. Facilitate grocery store development – The strong demand for grocery stores suggests engaging with grocery retailers early to establish convenient access to fresh food and everyday essentials.

3. Invest in recreation and sports facilities – Including a multi-use recreation center, swimming pool, skating rink, and/or sports field would address a major community desire for accessible sport, fitness and leisure options (Ottawa’s official Recreation plan includes targets).

4. Establish a community center – A multi-purpose community hub for social interaction, entertainment, meetings, and local programming could be developed to serve diverse needs.

5. Expand health services – Exploring the possibility of a health clinic/pharmacy/wellness centre would help ensure residents have access to medical care.

6. Work with school boards on education facilities – Population growth in the area may require new schools or additional childcare options, necessitating collaboration with education authorities.

7. Support local businesses and retail – Encouraging small, independent shops, cafés, and restaurants would foster economic sustainability and meet the preference for locally owned businesses.

8. Enhance walkability and transit access – Prioritizing pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, bike lanes, and transit connectivity would support a self-sufficient and accessible community.

9. Install public amenities – Features like public washrooms, benches, and water fountains should be incorporated to improve accessibility/comfort for residents/visitors.

10. Engage further with the community – Conducting follow-up consultations to refine priorities and gather additional input would ensure development efforts stay aligned with evolving needs.

Next Steps for Neighbours for Tunney’s
Neighbours for Tunney’s  will continue to advocate for true transparency and active involvement in the redevelopment process with federal and municipal stakeholders—including regular and meaningful public engagement opportunities. We are calling on the federal and municipal governments to co-host a strategically-timed, open public forum on the redevelopment of Tunney’s Pasture in collaboration with community partners—to include our MP, MPP and City Councilor as well as city officials such as the GM of Planning.  

Next Steps for You
As neighbours living near Tunney’s Pasture, we know that many of you want to be involved. We hope that a ward forum is organized soon and that you will actively participate. In the meantime, you can encourage your neighbours to get engaged by visiting the Neighbours for Tunney’s website and signing up for our newsletter.

When the City posts the Tunney’s Pasture development proposal on the DevApps site, we will notify you via the newsletter.  This will be another opportunity for you to have your say.

Find all our news and sign up to follow updates at our website: www.neighboursfortunneys.ca

Reach Neighbours for Tunney’s by email at: neighboursfortunneys@gmail.com

Take care and thank you for getting—and for staying—involved, 
Neighbours for Tunney’s

 

P.S. Neighbours for Tunney’s is an entirely volunteer-led group, headed by a core of interested local residents–including members of the four Community Associations surrounding Tunney’s Pasture. NFT was formed with the mandate to seek information from Canada Lands Company and Public Services and Procurement Canada and our elected officials about the redevelopment of Tunney’s Pasture and to create ongoing opportunities for residents from the surrounding communities to engage in this significant project. Anyone can email us to sign up to receive NFT Newsletters, 600+ neighbours already have! 

Read the WVCA's submission to the City on the new Zoning By-law Version 2!

Today, the Wellington Village Community Association sent a new follow-up submission of formal comments to the City of Ottawa about the proposed new Zoning By-law, version 2. 

You can read our submission at: Click this link

(You can read our previous submission on December 12th, 2024 at  Click this link, and you also read more on the proposed By-law here: https://engage.ottawa.ca/zoning).

We encourage community members to read about the impact of the proposed By-law on our community and our efforts to ensure that it respects and reflects the longstanding character and features of our neighbourhood. We also strongly encourage you to send your own comments to newzoning@ottawa.ca - this is your opportunity to be heard! 

(A big thank you to our new Wellington Village Real Estate and Development Subcommittee on all their ongoing hard work on the proposed By-law!)

Jane's Walk 2025! The incredible past of Byron Avenue and the linear park!

Wellington Village is an amazing neighbourhood, made up of so many features that makes this a great place to live in! We also have an incredible past that owes a great deal of its history and development to its early farming days, and the arrival of the streetcar. Pieces of that history can still be seen today, and even the way our streets are laid out today are tied into that early history. The linear park along Byron Avenue is a great example of one of the many attributes Wellington Village boasts... However, had city council adopted different plans over the years, things could have looked a lot different.

Please come join Dave Allston of the WVCA on Saturday May 3rd at 1 p.m. for a Jane's Walk covering the incredible history of Byron Avenue and its linear park. We'll walk from Holland Avenue to Kirkwood Avenue, covering all the history from the farming era, through streetcar trolleys and all the "what ifs" of proposals for the street and park space over the last 70+ years!

You must register in advance! Please go to: https://www.janeswalkottawa.ca/en/walks/janes-walk-ottawa-gatineau-2025/22009, and add your name on the right. (Just a warning, you will end up at a different spot from where we start - it's not a loop, but rather a straight line west along Byron).

Thanks very much and hope to see you there on Saturday May 3rd!

WVCA Board Meeting (in-person) - Thursday January 23rd, at 7:30 p.m.

Good day,

The WVCA is holding its next board meeting next Thursday January 23rd, from 7:30-9:00 p.m.

We meet at Fisher Park School (250 Holland Avenue) in room 144 (the "art room"). Note, this is a new location for the meeting within the building.

Community residents are welcome to attend.

The board will be discussing updates on all of the neighbourhood issues we've been tracking on, with a particular emphasis on the proposed new zoning by-law and Tunney's Pasture re-development. 

Read the WVCA's formal submission to the City on the new Zoning By-law!

This past week, the Wellington Village Community Association sent formal comments to the City of Ottawa about the proposed new Zoning By-law. 

You can read our submission at: Click this link

You can also read more on the proposed By-law here: https://engage.ottawa.ca/zoning

We invite community members to read about the impact of the proposed By-law on our community and our efforts to ensure that it respects and reflects the longstanding character and features of our neighbourhood. We also encourage you to send your own comments to newzoning@ottawa.ca - this is your opportunity to be heard! 

(A big thank you to our new Wellington Village Real Estate and Development Subcommittee on all their ongoing hard work on the proposed By-law!)

Call for Interest! The NEW WVCA Real Estate and Development Subcommittee

The WVCA is happy to announce the formation of a new subcommittee, the "Real Estate and Development Subcommittee". This committee will advise the WVCA board on issues related to planning and development in Wellington Village. 

The Subcommittee will meet on the second Thursday of each month from 6:00-7:00 p.m.  The first meeting of the new Subcommittee will be held at Fisher Park School on Thursday November 14th, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in Room 112.

If you would like to join the Subcommittee, or have any questions, please email at  WVCAdev@gmail.com

(Above map source: https://ottawa.ca/en/planning-development-and-construction/maps-and-zoning/new-zoning-law-3d-interactive-map#section-0794131e-b1d3-455a-903f-95153916d688)

Byron Path Pumpkin Parade!

The WVCA is a proud sponsor of the Byron Path Pumpkin Parade, a long-running tradition in Wellington Village! Be sure to come by at dusk on November 1st to view the long line of pumpkins between Granville Avenue and Island Park Drive! Drop off your pumpkins throughout the day of November 1st and volunteers will set them up!

This event is generously co-hosted and sponsored by Councillor Jeff Leiper.

Note, we also need a few last volunteers to help early on the morning of November 2nd!  We need help with the removal of non-organics (candles, etc.) on the morning after the parade. If you can help, please come to Byron Linear Park on Saturday November 2nd around 7 a.m. Thank you in advance!

WVCA Board Meeting (in-person) - Thursday September 26th at 7:30 p.m.

Good day,

The WVCA is holding its next board meeting next Thursday (September 26th), from 7:30-9:00 p.m.

We meet at Fisher Park School (250 Holland Avenue). Use the doors at the Holland Avenue end. When you enter, go down the hallway to your right and it will be one of the first classrooms on your left (room 112)

Community residents are welcome to attend.

The board will be discussing updates on all of the neighbourhood issues we've been tracking on, with a particular emphasis on the proposed new zoning by-law and Tunney's Pasture re-development. 

Save the date! WVCA AGM - Tuesday May 28th! + Two other Don't-Miss events this Saturday!

Good day neighbours!

We have been long overdue to hold an AGM for our community association, but a date has finally been set! Come join us on Tuesday May 28th  at 7:30 p.m. at Fisher Park School (room 111). We will hear from Kitchissippi Councillor Jeff Leiper and have time for a Q&A with him, as well as a short local history presentation from Dave Allston on the early days of Wellington Village.

We need board members! Please consider joining the WVCA board to help support the work that we are doing. Whether you have one particular area you'd like to contribute to, or help us in multiple areas, we could use you! Our board has dropped from as high as 15 members pre-Covid to about 7 now. It is not enough, and honestly, there is growing risk that our WVCA may fold sometime soon. Learn more about what being a board member is all about during the AGM. We'll be glad to answer any questions you may have.

Here is our poster for the event! Please click on it to open it up and view all the details:

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This Saturday May 11th there are two big events happening in our community that the WVCA is proud to support: Spring into Active Parkways! Select your method of transportation and meet up at the Rink of Dreams at City Hall for a community meet-up at 11 a.m.!

... And, 2024 is the 100th Anniversary of the opening of Parkdale Market! This Saturday May 11th, the Market will officially open for its centennial year with opening ceremonies at 1 p.m. on the big stage in the park behind the Market. 

For more information on Saturday's event you can check out: https://parkdalepublicmarket.ca/events

The following was information shared through the Kitchissippi Times from the Parkdale Public Market team last week, in case you missed it! 

100 Years of Parkdale Public Market: Join the Celebration The Parkdale Public Market team, in collaboration with the ByWard Market District Authority (BMDA), is proud to invite readers of the Kitchissippi Times to the Parkdale Public Market's 100th season! We’ve planned a season of significance with programming that commemorates our history while also celebrating our bright future! Established in 1924 as the West End Market, the Parkdale Public Market has stood as a testament to resilience, enduring decades of change while remaining a beacon of tradition and vitality. The Parkdale Public Market has evolved alongside our city, adapting to the needs of generations while persevering as an important public space. This centennial season will have something for everyone to enjoy!  Highlights of the celebration include:  Centennial Season Opening Ceremonies: Join us on Saturday, May 11, at 1 p.m. for a special ceremony launching the 100th season of the Parkdale Public Market! Parkdale Night Market: Every Wednesday from 5 to 9 p.m., join us for a bustling market featuring shopping, street food vendors, and live music in the park! The night market runs weekly from June 5 to October 9. 100th Birthday Party: Our official 100th anniversary is on Wednesday, July 10th, and we are throwing ourselves a birthday party! You won’t want to miss the Parkdale night market of the century. It’ll get your friends and neighbours talking! Our 100th Harvest: On Wednesday, October 9th, we’ll mark our final night market of the season with a special market honouring the 100 years of harvest our community has shared together The Parkdale Public Market team is dedicated to paving the way for the future success of our public spaces by embracing our fondness for traditional markets while also setting an eye to unique and engaging offerings that will reinvigorate and reignite the tradition of going to market! Celebrate the past and anticipate the future with us at the Parkdale Public Market.  Make sure to stop by 366 Parkdale Avenue to shop, eat, and share in the celebration this season and next! The Parkdale Public Market is open daily from May through October.  We look forward to seeing you at the Parkdale Public Market’s centennial celebration! With gratitude, The Parkdale Public Market Team

WVCA February News!

Greetings neighbours!

There are two important engagement opportunities that the WVCA would like residents to take note of.  

And thank you in advance for your involvement in shaping our neighbourhood! 

Spencer parkette design and name consultation

City parks staff are seeking the community’s input regarding the design of a future neighbourhood park located at the corner of Huron Avenue North and Spencer Street. Two concept plans and a survey are posted here on Engage Ottawa. This future parkette will be a great addition to the area between Holland, Scott, Island Park and Wellington and Councillor Leiper and the WVCA would encourage residents to review the plans and provide input. Note that the consultation will close March 6th. 

The parkette will also need a name! 

Please send your name suggestions in an email to Councillor Leiper’s office: jeff.leiper@ottawa.ca and/or alice.fyfe@ottawa.ca.

10 Garrison rezoning open house

The property owner of 10 Garrison Street is planning to bring forward an application for a zoning by-law amendment to construct a three-storey low-rise apartment building with a total of 10 dwelling units. 

This proposed redevelopment would involve demolition of the existing single-detached home on the site which is located adjacent to the Metro grocery store and west of Western Avenue (and just north of Wellington Street). This is noteworthy as it is the first time that the current Board of the WVCA has seen a proposal to convert a single home to a 10-unit dwelling on a residential street. 

Councillor Leiper’s office will be hosting a virtual Open House with the community on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 6:30 pm to provide an opportunity for the applicant team to share information on the proposal, and answer questions that neighbours may have. The WVCA plans to have representation at this meeting. 

You can read more details and access information regarding the Zoom link here on the Kitchissippi Ward website.

 

Events in Wellington Village… 

• Elmdale Book Fair is on now!  Feb 23rd 9am to 9pm & Feb 24th 9am to 4pm. 49 Iona St.  

• Fisher Park Outdoor Rink Party!  Saturday Feb 24th at the ODR. Swiftie skate at 6pm followed by Disco skate at 7:30pm 

• If you are hosting a community event please let us know - we are happy to amplify your event through our channels! 

 

Calls to action… 

The WVCA always needs more community volunteers, especially those with website expertise or interest in event planning. Please reach out! 

• Membership support: You’re already a member just by living within the boundaries!  As always, we appreciate your support to help us run or sponsor events and engage with residents. $10 is the suggested membership fee, but the WVCA appreciates any/all support. We’re happy to pick up a cheque or you can e-transfer:  wvca.ottawa.treasurer@gmail.com

*Please include your contact details in the message section to let us know how to reach you—we’d like to confirm and give thanks.

• Spread the news! Please share this newsletter with Wellington Village neighbours. Sign up for our communications on the landing page of our website. 

Join us at our next meeting!

Our next meeting is planned for March 21st at 7:30PM. There will be a guest presentation from the City of Ottawa on the topic of parking. Follow our social media channels for details or send us an email to ensure you get the invite.

We’re better together!

 

How to find us: 

e: president@wvca.ca

w: www.wvca.ca

f: WVCAOTTAWA

t: @theWVCA

 

WVCA Board Meeting (in-person) - Thursday February 22nd at 7:30 p.m.

Good day,

The WVCA is holding its next board meeting next Thursday (February 22nd), from 7:30-9:00 p.m.

We meet at Fisher Park School (250 Holland Avenue). Use the doors at the Holland Avenue end. When you enter, go down the hallway to your right and it will be one of the first classrooms on your left (room 112)

Community residents are welcome to attend.

WVCA Board Meeting (in-person) - Thursday January 18th at 7:30 p.m.

Good day,

The WVCA is holding its next board meeting next Thursday (January 18th), from 7:30-9:00 p.m.

We meet at Fisher Park School (250 Holland Avenue). Use the doors at the Holland Avenue end. When you enter, go down the hallway to your right and it will be one of the first classrooms on your left (room 112)

Community residents are welcome to attend.

WVCA 2023 Year In Review

Happy New Years to our Wellington Village residents!

Your Wellington Village Community Association remains strong and active on your behalf. A small but busy board of directors has helped lead several key initiatives in the community in 2023, and we thought it would be worthwhile celebrating our accomplishments over the past year. 

Neighbours for Tunney’s is a community action group founded by the neighbouring community associations around Tunney’s Pasture, and the WVCA continues to play a key role on the committee. The redevelopment of Tunney’s Pasture remains one of the WVCA’s primary focuses for the near future. As these redevelopment plans slowly come together, we continue to gather Wellington Village resident input on concerns and wishes for the future of the vast Tunney’s site. We have a seat at the table of what’s known as the Communities Perspectives Group (CPG), where this input is shared directly with government shareholders, namely the Canada Lands Company and Public Services and Procurement Canada. The WVCA participated in several CPG meetings in 2023, as well as the Public Engagement Sessions held on site at Tunney’s in November. We are planning to send out another resident survey in 2024, and will continue to push the government on the concerns of neighbouring residents on issues such as green space, Ottawa River access, recreation space, traffic, and zoning, all of which will have a substantial, direct impact on the residents of Wellington Village. (http://www.neighboursfortunneys.ca/)

The WVCA also led a hugely successful Jane’s Walk in June, providing a walking tour that highlighted both the historical and future planning details of the Tunney’s Pasture site. The was the most well-attended Jane’s Walk in Ottawa in 2023, and showed the high level of interest in the site – not only with local residents, but with visitors from across the city curious to learn more about this important future piece of Ottawa development space.  

The Spencer Street Parkette at the corner of Huron Avenue North was a tremendous success for the WVCA, and we look forward to working with the City on what equipment and features will appear in the park. The house and garage have been demolished within the last week and consultation with the community will be happening soon, so that Wellington Village residents can begin using this long-awaited park space. The northern half of Wellington Village has been without a local park since the loss of Grange park nearly 30 years ago!

The WVCA was proud to support the Byron Avenue Pumpkin Walk through financial and volunteer support. This amazing Wellington Village event has exploded in popularity over time, well beyond the capacity of creator Anita Grace to do it all on her own. We were happy to contribute to this great event, which had its biggest year yet with nearly 1,000 pumpkins! 

We also helped contribute to other causes in the neighbourhood, such as parking problems around Elmdale School when snow clearing became an issue, reviewing and contributing to property development applications, and the renewal of Caroline Avenue and Huron Avenue North. 

We will continue to work hard for you in 2024 and encourage you to reach out anytime with questions or concerns. 

We are also looking for individuals interested in contributing to the WVCA, either to specific issues, or to the Board more broadly. Your local knowledge, your expertise in areas of community planning, or simply your enthusiasm to make Wellington Village a better place would go a long way in helping our board, and we would love to have you! Please email president@wvca.ca for more info.

Cheers and all the best in 2024!

Invitation from the Neighbours for Tunney’s Group

Invitation from the Neighbours for Tunney’s Group

Neighbours for Tunney’s would like to share the news of an upcoming public engagement opportunity that has been shared by the Project Team at Tunney’s Pasture. Please see below and plan to attend! 

In the meantime, please continue to reach out to us with any Q’s or comments:

www.neighboursfortunneys.ca

neighboursfortunneys@gmail.com
 

As a reminder, Neighbours for Tunney’s is an entirely volunteer-led group, headed by a core of interested local residents–including members of the four Community Associations surrounding Tunney’s Pasture. NFT was formed with the mandate to seek information from Canada Lands Company and Public Services and Procurement Canada (CLC / PSPC) and our elected officials about the redevelopment of Tunney’s Pasture and to create ongoing opportunities for residents from the surrounding communities to engage in this significant project. Anyone can email us to sign up to receive NFT Newsletters, 400+ neighbours already have! 

 

Open houses on the proposed Complete Street and Active Transportation Network at Tunney’s Pasture

We are pleased to inform you that we will be hosting our next public engagement opportunity on November 21 and 22 when we present and gather input on the proposed Complete Street and Active Transportation Network that will form the spine of the future vibrant community at Tunney’s Pasture.

Over the coming years, Tunney’s Pasture will be transformed from a single-use employment centre into a transit-oriented and sustainable mixed-use community that is integrated with surrounding neighbourhoods, while maintaining a strong federal presence. The proposed network is key to this integration.

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) and Canada Lands Company are collaborating to develop the long-term plan that will guide the implementation of the award-winning Tunney’s Pasture Master Plan. Unveiling the proposed network and gathering your thoughts is an important step in the journey towards this transformation.

Please invite your communities to join us for one of two identical bilingual open houses where they will have the opportunity to review the Community Values that were developed last year with their input, to reflect the community’s vision for this mixed-use development. They will also see and have an opportunity to react to the proposed Complete Street and Active Transportation Network that will connect Tunney’s Pasture to surrounding neighbourhoods and the Ottawa River.

 

Location:

170 Tunney’s Pasture Driveway

Cafeteria – Jean Talon Building 

Main floor; accessible by ramp

 

Date and time:

Tuesday, November 21, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm

Wednesday, November 22, from 3:00 to 6:00 pm

(the same information will be presented both days)

 

We encourage people to take transit or use active transportation. Parking is also available at Tunney’s Pasture.

We would appreciate if you could please help us spread the word with your communities and stakeholders on these upcoming events. You will find attached a postcard that can be used for this purpose.

For those who cannot participate in either open house, there will be an opportunity to provide input online from November 21 to December 5.

For more information on the project and the open houses, or to participate online and to sign up for updates, visit the Tunney’s Pasture Redevelopment website at engage.clc-sic.ca/tunney-s-pasture-vision-to-reality.