Total Promises
10
Completed
0
In Progress
9
Not Started / Stalled
1
Completion Rate
0%
Promise Grades
Promises by Status
Campaign Promises (10 of 10)
Protect Greenspace - Kanata Lakes Golf Course
Protect natural open lands including Kanata Lakes Golf Course; enforce 40% greenspace agreement with developers.
Why It Stalled:
Supreme Court declined city appeal in September 2025. ClubLink can proceed with ~1,500 homes on former golf course. City still attempting to enforce stormwater conditions.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Climate Change & Environmental Responsibility
Promote energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, support sustainable building standards and tree canopy goals.
Progress Update:
Advocacy ongoing for climate goals. Some city-wide progress but comprehensive environmental targets not achieved in ward.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Stage 3 LRT to Kanata
Push for implementation of Stage 3 Light Rail Transit to Kanata including Moodie Drive station.
Progress Update:
Plans proceeding but funding challenges and delays. Moodie Drive station targeted for approximately 2027. Stage 2 East-West expected to open 2026.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Improve Bus Services
Improve local bus services, reinstate routes removed during COVID-19, introduce express buses to Tech Park.
Progress Update:
Issued Transit Statement highlighting understaffing, aging diesel fleet, delays in electric bus delivery, and route cuts. Service gaps continue in Kanata North.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Multi-Use Pathways & Trails
Develop and improve multi-use pathways, walking paths, bike lanes; fill missing connections between green spaces.
Progress Update:
Kizell Pond Trail construction begun. Rail corridor acquisition underway for long recreational trail. Sidewalk projects in Beaverbrook (Varley Dr, Leacock Dr) in planning.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Context-Sensitive Housing Growth
Support development with context-sensitive and thoughtfully planned growth; ensure housing developments include proper design and infrastructure.
Progress Update:
Supporting development but housing affordability crisis persists. Golf course development proceeding despite community concerns.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Infrastructure & Roads
Prioritize maintenance and repair of roads; consider concurrent improvements during major infrastructure work.
Progress Update:
March Rd/Buckbean intersection approved ($2.6M). Campeau Drive extension underway ($32M with bridge, bike lanes). Nokia watermain approved ($2.5M).
Evidence & Sources (2)
Keep Property Taxes Low
Work to keep property tax increases low, especially for residents on fixed incomes.
Progress Update:
Property taxes continue to rise (3.75% in 2026). Affordability remains a challenge for residents.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Tech Park Special Economic Zone
Support Kanata North Tech Park as Special Economic Zone with educational, institutional, residential, and commercial development.
Progress Update:
Nokia campus mixed-use expansion approved. Watermain infrastructure funded to support Tech Park intensification.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Hydro Corridor Eco-District
Develop Hydro Corridor as eco-district connecting communities and greenspaces with trails and sustainable partnerships.
Progress Update:
Planning ongoing for Hydro Corridor trails and connections. Comprehensive eco-district vision not yet fully realized.
Evidence & Sources (1)