In 2025, we expect the City of Ottawa to update its Transportation Master Plan (TMP). In advance of that, we invite residents to attend our online consultation to discuss the future of the Alta Vista Transportation Corridor and Lees Field.
The Alta Vista Transportation Corridor (AVTC) is a proposed four-lane freeway running northwest from Walkley Avenue near Conroy Road in Alta Vista to the Nicholas on-ramp in Old Ottawa East. The AVTC would run through the well-used green space beside Springhurst Park between the Rideau River and Lees Avenue, sometimes referred to as the People’s Park.
The AVTC was first proposed more than half a century ago. Since then, the city has declared a climate emergency, built light rail crossing the river in Old Ottawa East, and recognized the importance of park space for healthy and vibrant communities. In the coming year, city staff will be working to update Ottawa’s Transportation Master Plan (last updated in 2013). As part of this update, we want to see the People’s Park saved permanently, and ensure the proposed AVTC is not built through loved greenspace in Old Ottawa East.
Past events
We would love to celebrate with you before we break for the holidays. That's why we are hosting a Capital Ward Holiday Party on Friday December 13th from 5:00pm – 7:00pm in the Clark Hall at the RA Centre (2451 Riverside Dr). Join us for some free refreshments and a cash bar!
Let us know you're coming by RSVPing here!
Join our office in supporting Refugee 613 on Sunday, Nov. 17 at 3:00 p.m., and show that Ottawa stands with newcomers!
Hundreds of newcomers are currently sleeping in hockey arenas and community centres across Ottawa, as the City’s shelter system struggles to cope. The City of Ottawa has an innovative plan to address this challenge by creating a stronger, more supportive system for welcoming newcomers in our community.
The Newcomer Reception Centres are just the first step in this system. They will provide a landing pad where new arrivals without housing get the information and help they need, as well as a safe place to sleep. It’s a temporary stay, to be designed with community members and provide a good start to their life in Ottawa and support their move into permanent housing.
Ottawa has a proud history of welcoming refugees and other newcomers. Join us to stand in solidarity with our city’s newest residents and show that we still welcome refugees!
More details, including a list of speakers, is coming soon.
This event is family-friendly: everyone is welcome!
The rally will take place outdoors. Dress for the weather!
A development applicant is planning to bring forward a zoning bylaw amendment to the city to facilitate a new development at 100 Riverdale. Please join us online to hear more about the proposal and to provide feedback. RSVP here to receive an email with the Zoom invitation.
A development applicant is planning to bring forward a zoning bylaw amendment to the city to facilitate a new development at the northwest corner of Bank St and Walkley Rd (where the Value Village is). Please join us online to hear more about the proposal and to provide feedback. RSVP here to receive an email with the Zoom invitation.
RSVP here to let us know you plan to come and watch the Capital Ward Cup and cheer on your local community team!
Join us for an annual tradition where Capital Ward residents join community teams to compete in a friendly game of shinny for the Capital Ward Cup.
The Capital Ward Cup was first awarded in 2008. The current Capital Ward Cup holder is the Old Ottawa East Hosers, who won it from the then defending champs, the Old Ottawa South Moose, on their turf in 2023.
This year the Old Ottawa East Hosers will be defending on their home turf in Brantwood Park.
Project Description
The City of Ottawa is looking for your feedback on the design for the replacement of the Heron Park Fieldhouse in Ward 17. The objective of this project is to complete a design that will meet community needs now and in the future.
The current building supports an outdoor rink, sports field, and wading pool, along with limited community programs and use. The proposed design is intended to support the recreational use of the amenities in the park. The fieldhouse design will include multi-purpose room(s), washroom(s) (barrier-free), a kitchenette, storage, and mechanical room.
Residents are invited to participate in a public meeting to review the concept plan for the redevelopment of the Heron Park Field house on Wednesday, September 27 2023, from 7:00-8:00p.m. The meeting participation is through ZOOM. A presentation will be followed by a questions and answer session.
For more information, and to see the concept plans, please go here.
In conjunction with Alta Vista Ward Councillor Marty Carr, we will be hosting a public consultation on the roadway layout of the Billings Bridge. City staff will be presenting plans to implement a three-lane model with bicycle lanes on the side.
The consultation will be held online over Zoom on Wednesday June 21 at 7:00 pm.
Register Here.