28 May 2024

Groups request human rights investigation into heavy truck routing in downtown Ottawa

by | posted in: Transportation Subcommittee | 0

Health, community, and environmental groups are calling on the Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) to investigate the City of Ottawa’s ongoing practice of routing heavy trucks through the City’s densely populated downtown core.  Full release: Groups request human rights investigation into heavy truck routing in downtown Ottawa Action Sandy Hill’s position: Downtown trucks – learn about the issue and ASH’s … Read More

14 Feb 2022

Active Transportation Map

by | posted in: Transportation Subcommittee | 0

ASH would like to thank Carleton University students Brandy Cameron, Linda Cho, Mallory Haggith, Daron McBride, Makenzie Mitschke, Emma Rainboth, Emma Russett, and Zack Ward for their support in creating this interactive map. ASH worked with this group of students as part of a “Foundations of Community Engagement” course taught at Carleton in fall 2021. An additional thanks … Read More

2 Feb 2022

ASH Statement on downtown protests – UPDATED 2022

by | posted in: Environment Committee, Transportation Subcommittee | 0

7-Feb-2022 For Sandy Hill residents who may be feeling unsafe or uncomfortable to do groceries, go for a stroll, or walk their dog alone, please email actionsandyhill@gmail.com. We may be able to pair you with a neighbour who can offer support.   2-Feb-2022 TO: Freedom Convoy 2022 organisers and drivers CC: Councillor Mathieu Fleury (Ward 12 Rideau-Vanier) Mayor … Read More

22 Nov 2021

Long-Term Integrated Interprovincial Crossings Plan for the National Capital Region Survey (2022)

by | posted in: Transportation Subcommittee | 0

Update: comments from the Lowertown Community Association (LCA) with regards to the NCC interprovincial bridge crossing study: Public consultation: Have your say on the draft plan by completing the online questionnaire by November 24, 2021. Information on the proposals and link to the survey here: https://ncc-ccn.gc.ca/projects/long-term-integrated-interprovincial-crossing-plan#engagement Go directly to the survey here: https://ncc-ccn.questionpro.ca/a/TakeSurvey?tt=AVaJSx3YBRrm/WsTmw49cA%3D%3D&lcfpn=false

18 Jun 2021

ASH Recommendations to Councillor Fleury to address omitted NW section of Sandy Hill from recent Gateway Speed Reduction Ward 12 Report approved by City Council.

by | posted in: Transportation Subcommittee | 0

On May 12, 2021, Ottawa City Council approved the Ward 12 Gateway Speed Reduction Report. This report omitted the NW section of Sandy Hill. To address this oversight, ASH members in this area of Sandy Hill prepared a report documenting concerns and requested action to address. They will meet with Councillor Fleury and city staff on June 24, … Read More

1 Feb 2021

History – NCC Long Term Interprovincial Integrated Crossings Study (2021)

by | posted in: Transportation Subcommittee | 0

The 2020 Federal budget commissioned and funded the NCC to conduct another study of Interprovincial Transportation. This study referred to as the LTIIC (Long Term Interprovincial Integrated Crossings Study) was to take a broader look at the long term transportation needs (out to 2050) and the full set of transportation options available (transit, active transportation, tunnel, bridges) and … Read More

1 2 3