Ottawa – Chandra Arya, MP for Nepean, and His Worship Mark Sutcliffe, Mayor of the City of Ottawa, announced a joint investment of $500,000 to support seven active transportation planning projects in Ottawa.
The City of Ottawa will assess the feasibility of various active transportation improvements, including new multi-use pathways and accessible crossings at several locations throughout the city, with the aim of making the network more accessible for residents and visitors. These projects will help the City of Ottawa promote healthy lifestyles and physical activity within the community by offering residents more convenient options to walk, bike and roll to their destinations safely.
Funding announced today contributes to Canada’s National Active Transportation Strategy by supporting activities that will help expand networks of pathways, bike lanes, trails and pedestrian bridges. By investing in infrastructure, the Government of Canada is growing our country’s economy, building resilient communities, and improving the lives of Canadians.
“Investing in active transportation infrastructure provides more ways for residents to get around our city safely while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. These planning projects will set the stage for the future expansion of Ottawa’s active transportation network, ensuring that we will continue to create sustainable and accessible communities for generations to come.” – Chandra Arya, MP for Nepean, on behalf of Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities
“As we look to the future, it’s important that we keep making improvements to our active transportation infrastructure in communities both large and small. These planning projects will make it easier for the City of Ottawa to provide its residents safe, convenient, and affordable transportation options. Investments like these make our communities better places to live, work and play.” – David McGuinty, Member of Parliament for Ottawa South
“Opportunities to walk, run, bike, and roll are key parts to creating healthier, safer, and more environmentally sustainable communities. I’m thrilled to see federal government investments supporting important initiatives in the City of Ottawa to increase our active transportation network, creating more ways residents and visitors to our nation’s capital can enjoy this beautiful city.” – Yasir Naqvi, MP for Ottawa Centre