Total Promises
25
Completed
3
In Progress
15
Not Started / Stalled
7
Completion Rate
12%
Promise Grades
Promises by Status
Campaign Promises (25 of 25)
Build 100,000 New Homes Over 10 Years
Build 100,000 new homes over 10 years, including 10,000 community housing units (approximately 1,000 community housing units per year).
Progress Update:
Housing Accelerator Fund secured. Zoning bylaw amendments approved to allow more density. Progress tracking ongoing.
Evidence & Sources (2)
Official Comments
We've secured federal funding through the Housing Accelerator Fund and made significant zoning changes. While we're behind the initial target, we're building momentum with new developments approved across the city.
Citizen Panel Assessment
Residents report seeing some new construction, but it's mostly high-end condos. Affordable housing remains a major concern. The pace of community housing construction is far too slow to meet the 1,000 units per year target.
Strategic Housing Plan Within 30 Days
Produce a detailed strategic housing plan within 30 days of taking office, developed with key stakeholders including non-profit housing providers.
Progress Update:
Housing action plan developed and presented to council within the first month of taking office.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Official Comments
We delivered the strategic housing plan on time, working closely with non-profit housing providers and stakeholders. The plan has been well-received and is now guiding our housing initiatives.
Citizen Panel Assessment
The plan was delivered on schedule and includes comprehensive strategies. However, implementation has been slower than expected. Residents want to see more concrete action on the ground.
Convert Downtown Office Space to Housing
Convert vacant office space downtown into market and affordable housing via incentives, reduced fees, and development charges. Secure at least $30 million from federal programs to help with conversions.
Progress Update:
Office conversion incentive program launched. Several conversion projects in planning stages.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Fix LRT Phase 1 Reliability
Demand accountability for LRT Phase 1 problems, implement judicial inquiry recommendations, and ensure reliable service.
Progress Update:
LRT maintenance program enhanced. New maintenance facility approved. Service reliability improved from 85% to 92%.
Evidence & Sources (2)
Deliver LRT Phase 2
Successfully deliver LRT Phase 2 extension on time and on budget.
Progress Update:
LRT Phase 2 construction ongoing. Trillium Line extension opened. Confederation Line extension in progress.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Secure Funding for LRT Phase 3
Secure funding for LRT Phase 3 to extend service to Kanata, Stittsville, and Barrhaven.
Progress Update:
Phase 3 planning underway but federal and provincial funding commitments not yet secured.
Evidence & Sources (1)
$100 Million for Road Maintenance & Winter Clearing
Invest $100 million over four years in road maintenance and improved winter snow clearing.
Progress Update:
Increased road maintenance budget allocated in 2023 and 2024 budgets. Winter operations improvements implemented.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Double Traffic Calming Budgets Per Ward
Double councillor traffic calming budgets per ward from $50,000 to $100,000.
Why It Stalled:
No verified evidence that traffic calming budgets were doubled to $100,000 per ward as promised.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Web-Based Pothole Reporting System
Create a web-based 'pothole-line' to allow residents to report and track pothole repairs quickly.
Progress Update:
Online pothole reporting system enhanced and integrated into 311 services.
Evidence & Sources (2)
Freeze Transit Fares
Freeze transit fares for all users and maintain current youth transit rates.
Why It Stalled:
Promise broken. Fares increased 2.5% in 2024 and 5% in 2025. Adult single-ride fare rose from $3.75 to $4.00. Only EquiPass, Community Pass, and Access Pass were frozen.
Evidence & Sources (2)
Install 200 EV Charging Stations
Install 200 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across Ottawa.
Progress Update:
EV charging station installation program underway. Multiple stations installed at city facilities and parks.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Install 100 E-Bike Charging Stations
Install 100 e-bike charging stations across the city to support active transportation.
Progress Update:
E-bike charging station program not yet implemented.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Phase Out City Fleet to Electric/Hybrid by 2030
Fully phase out the city vehicle fleet to electric or hybrid vehicles by 2030, including police and emergency vehicles.
Progress Update:
Electric bus fleet expansion underway. Electric vehicle purchases initiated for city fleet.
Evidence & Sources (1)
$100 Million for City Building Energy Upgrades
Invest an extra $100 million over four years in energy upgrades and retrofits for city buildings.
Progress Update:
Building retrofit program initiated. Energy audits completed on major city facilities.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Plant 1 Million Trees (250,000 Annually)
Plant 250,000 trees annually, reaching one million trees planted by the end of the first term.
Why It Stalled:
Significantly behind target. City plants approximately 88,000 trees annually, far short of the 250,000 promised. Reports indicate a deficit of approximately 900,000 trees toward the 1 million goal. New programs like 'Plant Your Place!' only account for ~1,200 trees.
Evidence & Sources (2)
Cap Property Tax Increases at 2.5%
Cap property tax increases at 2.5% per year for 2023 and 2024.
Why It Stalled:
Promise kept for 2023 (2.5%) and 2024 (2.5%), but broken in 2025 with a 2.9% general increase plus additional levies totaling 3.9% - well above the promised cap. Average urban homeowner saw $168 increase in 2025.
Evidence & Sources (2)
Find $35 Million in Municipal Savings
Find $35 million in municipal savings through efficiency measures, including reducing approximately 200 staff positions through attrition.
Progress Update:
Efficiency review conducted. Some savings identified through process improvements and attrition.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Line-by-Line Spending Review in First 100 Days
Conduct a line-by-line review of city spending within the first 100 days of taking office.
Progress Update:
Comprehensive spending review completed within first 100 days. Findings incorporated into 2023 budget process.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Reduce Recreation Fees for Children by 10%
Reduce recreation program fees for children and youth by 10%.
Progress Update:
Some fee reductions implemented. Full 10% reduction not yet achieved across all programs.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Improve ByWard Market Safety
Improve safety in the ByWard Market through increased resources, CCTV in at-risk areas, and task forces for mental health and substance use support.
Progress Update:
Increased police presence in ByWard Market. Community safety initiatives launched. CCTV expansion in progress.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Revitalize Downtown with Festivals and Street Life
Promote festivals, street life, public seating, and sidewalk patios to make downtown public spaces more inviting.
Progress Update:
Patio programs continued. Support for festivals and events maintained. Public space improvements ongoing.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Explore Major National Attraction Downtown
Explore development of a major national attraction in downtown Ottawa to enhance the Parliamentary precinct area.
Progress Update:
No major national attraction project initiated yet.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Increase Public Safety Resources
Increase resources to address crime and improve coordination among police, social workers, and community services.
Progress Update:
Police budget increased. Community safety programs expanded. Coordination with social services improved.
Evidence & Sources (1)
Boost Arts, Culture, and Entertainment
Boost Ottawa's music and entertainment scene, support festivals and events downtown, and enhance the city's cultural offerings.
Progress Update:
Continued support for major festivals. Arts funding maintained in city budget.
Evidence & Sources (1)
More Dog Parks in Suburbs
Add more dog parks in suburban areas to serve growing communities.
Progress Update:
New dog parks opened in several suburban communities.
Evidence & Sources (1)