Total Promises
13
Completed
2
In Progress
9
Not Started / Stalled
2
Completion Rate
15%
Promise Grades
Promises by Status
Campaign Promises (13 of 13)
15-Minute Neighbourhoods
Enable residents to access essentials—doctor, groceries, pharmacy, transit, park, daycare—within a 15-minute walk.
Progress Update:
Concept supported through zoning and planning advocacy but full 15-minute neighbourhood implementation not achieved across the ward.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Montreal Road Revitalization
Create a vibrant, welcoming main street with balanced transportation; permanently reopen Montreal Road to two-way traffic; improve streetscaping.
Progress Update:
Some streetscaping improvements ongoing. 'Main and Main' project at Montreal Road & North River Road proceeding. Major revitalization not complete.
Evidence & Sources (2)
Increase Affordable Housing Supply
Increase supply of social, affordable, and 3-bedroom units for families and seniors; streamline building/renovation permitting for affordable housing projects.
Progress Update:
Projects approved: 254-256 St Denis St (12 units), 216 Murray Street (48 units supportive housing), 70 Nicholas St and 200 Baribeau St unblocked. Pipeline growing but targets not fully met.
Evidence & Sources (2)
Oppose Salvation Army Shelter on Montreal Road
Oppose construction of a Salvation Army shelter on Montreal Road, advocating for permanent affordable housing rather than shelter expansion.
Progress Update:
Successfully opposed shelter location on Montreal Road. Advocated for permanent housing investments over shelter expansion.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Support Fare-Free LRT
Support for fare-free Light Rail Transit to improve accessibility and ridership.
Progress Update:
LRT fares were not made free. Fares increased 2.5% in 2024 and 5% in 2025. Promise not delivered.
Evidence & Sources (1)
More Protected Bike Lanes
Install more protected bike lanes and e-vehicle charging stations in the ward.
Progress Update:
Some city-wide bike infrastructure progress but ward-specific protected bike lanes not comprehensively implemented.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Traffic Calming & School Zone Safety
Implement traffic-calming measures and automated speed enforcement in school zones; expand snow clearing on sidewalks.
Progress Update:
Some traffic calming measures implemented. Automated speed enforcement expanded city-wide but comprehensive ward coverage not achieved.
Evidence & Sources (1)
New Recreation Centre at Lajoie & Lévis
Develop recreational/pool facilities at the corner of Lajoie & Lévis including sports field and 20,000 sq ft recreation centre.
Progress Update:
No recreation centre has been built at this location. Promise not delivered.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Increase French-Language Recreation Programming
Increase French-language recreational programming and ensure equal availability of French options in sports, recreation, and child care.
Progress Update:
Ongoing advocacy for French services but no major expansion of French-language recreation programming confirmed.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Support Small Businesses on Montreal Road
Support small businesses along Montreal Road through partnerships with BIAs and incentives after pandemic and construction impacts.
Progress Update:
Some business support provided but ongoing construction continues to impact Montreal Road businesses.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Improve ByWard Market Safety
Enhance safety measures and lighting in the ByWard Market area.
Progress Update:
New lighting installed throughout market. Security cameras added. CORE Strategy and Neighbourhood Operations Centre implemented. Crime down in hot spots.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Affordable Housing in Lowertown
Create 200 new affordable housing units in the Lowertown area of Rideau-Vanier ward.
Progress Update:
Projects approved including 216 Murray Street (48 units). Approximately 80 units under construction, more in planning. 200 unit target not yet achieved.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Develop Anti-Renoviction Bylaw
Support development of an anti-renoviction bylaw to protect renters from being evicted for renovations.
Progress Update:
Supported motions for anti-renoviction bylaw study. City acquired 10-unit building in Vanier to preserve affordability. Bylaw not yet passed.
Evidence & Sources (1)