Planning

We focus on built environment and related planning and zoning matters to protect, support, and improve the overall livability of the Old Ottawa East neighbourhoods and their residents. We:

• support implementation of OOE Community Design Plan and Secondary Plan
• protect community interests regarding proposed changes to regulatory or legislative frameworks.
• review, assess, and influence development proposals in or affecting OOE.
• monitor projects for compliance with approved plans.
• help residents understand planning processes and applications, especially those with broad-community impact, for example, minor variances.

View the Planning committee Terms of Reference.

Transportation and Infrastructure

Chair: Tom Scott

Contact: Transportation@OttawaEast.ca

We engage the councillor, municipal and provincial representatives on transportation and infrastructure matters that impact OOE:

• Transportation Master Plan (TMP)
• Infrastructure Master Plan (IMP)
• Greenfield, Main, Hawthorne reconstruction project (GMH project)
• Alta Vista Transport Corridor (AVTC)
  • Sign the petition to “Say no to the AVTC” and save People’s Park.
  • Visit Councillor Menard’s website for a backgrounder on the AVTC.

Parks and Greenspace

Chair: Vacant

Contact: Info@OttawaEast.ca

Recognizing the importance of greenspace to the quality of life of OOE residents, especially in the context of municipal and provincial intensification efforts, the Parks and Greenspace Committee work with partners, the city and councillor to:

• Optimize natural elements and park amenities for public enjoyment and recreation in these areas.
• Partner with the councillor, city, and municipal representatives to make people-centered and community-informed decisions to improve the accessibility, sustainability, and safety of our parks and greenspace.
• Preserve and enhance existing community-accessible parks and greenspaces in OOE.
• Increase the availability in OOE of community-accessible parks and greenspaces.
• Act as stewards of our parks and greenspace, participating in the City’s Adopt-a-park program and Clean the Capital campaign.

View the Parks and Greenspace committee Terms of Reference. To get involved in Parks and Greenspace issues, share your concerns, and have your say in upcoming projects, contact us at Info@OttawaEast.ca.

Lansdowne

Chair: Alexandra Gruca-Macaulay,

Contact: Lansdowne@OttawaEast.ca

We are members of a community working group with Glebe and Old Ottawa South community associations.

Our working group aims to represent the public’s best interests in all aspects of Lansdowne Park’s operations and developments.

Read the latest Lansdowne 2.0 news

• Consult Lansdowne Chair reports in Minutes posted to our Archive page.
• Read the Urban Design Review Panel (UDRP) recommendations on proposed Event Centre and Arena (July 2024)
• Review the Press Release from Councillor Menard – The Enormous Waste that Comes with Lansdowne 2.0 (November 2023)
• Mainstreeter coverage
  • Community Appeal of Lansdowne 2.0 Decision – Ford Government Squanders Community Funds and Volunteer Efforts (September 2024)
  • Opinion – Community Associations Condemn Lansdowne Event Centre Plan (September 2024)
  • Opinion part 1 – Lansdowne 2.0 vote passes unlocking taxpayers wallets (December 2023)
  • Opinion part 2 – Unlock the vault – Here comes Lansdowne 2.0 (February 2024)

Sign the petition calling for a citywide referendum

• Visit BetterOttawa.ca/Lansdowne to sign the petition calling for a binding citywide referendum before council votes to approve Lansdowne 2.0.

Note key dates and have your say

• December 2024 (date to be confirmed)
  • North Side Stands site plan submission and application circulation.
  • Visit DevApps and Engage Ottawa for City updates and files on Lansdowne 2.0.
• January 14, 2025 – Open house at TD Arena
  • The City hosted open house addresses North Side Stands site plan, detail design, and other overall project updates.
  • Open house start time and other event details to be confirmed.
• January 29 (details to be confirmed) – Public consultation hosted by Councillor Menard.

Health and Safety

Chair: Georgia Blondon

Contact: Health@OttawaEast.ca

We collaborate with partners to enhance the health, wellbeing, and safety of our community at large, by engaging with OOE’s police liaison officer to share resident concerns, and report back on ways we can all contribute to our community’s safety.

We also partner with organizations and groups, and share resources and links that enhance the health and wellbeing of our residents. Consult the links below, and reach out to share your concerns and recommended resources.

• Ottawa Police – File a report
• Ottawa Public Health
• 529 Garage bike registry
• Seniors’ Health Innovation Hub (SHIH)

The Corners on Main, Greystone Village, and Lees

Chair: Peter Tobin

Contact: Info@OttawaEast.ca

We connect with representatives from multi-residential buildings and business owners on Main Street, in Greystone Village, and on Lees Avenue, to share news and partner on issues that impact our community.

Membership

Chair: Jayson MacLean

Contact: Membership@OttawaEast.ca

If you missed our Fall membership drive, you can purchase your membership at our AGM, monthly meetings, or online using e-Transfer.

Visit our Membership page for details and learn how your membership dollars contribute to our community, advocacy, and support for worthwhile causes and groups.

Sustainable Living Ottawa East

Chair: Vacant

Contact: Info@OttawaEast.ca

We enable, support and inspire everyone in our community to protect green spaces and wildlife, combat climate change, support low waste households, and encourage governments to pass more sustainable legislation.

Visit our webpage, email us, or join our Facebook Group to get involved and share your feedback on sustainability issues impacting you.

Federation of Citizens’ Associations (FCA)

FCA Representative: Ron Rose

Contact: Info@OttawaEast.ca

OOECA is an active member of the FCA, the forum for citizens associations and similar non-profit volunteer groups in Ottawa.

FCA connects local community groups to share resources and ideas. Together, we advocate at city council to build stronger neighbourhoods. Visit the FCA website or contact us to learn more about our involvement.

• New Zoning By-Law (ZBL) – FCA documents:
  • FCA comments on Draft 1 of the City’s zoning bylaw (October 2024)
  • City’s response to FCA comments (December 2024)