Neighbours for Tunney’s has another newsletter update on the Tunney’s Pasture redevelopment plan. Quoting from it, the first three results from their recent survey are:

1. Prioritize green space and parks – Since a majority of respondents emphasized the need for parks and recreational areas, planners should ensure ample green space is integrated into the design, with features like playgrounds, walking paths, natural areas and seating areas (Ottawa’s Official plans outline targets).
2. Facilitate grocery store development – The strong demand for grocery stores suggests engaging with grocery retailers early to establish convenient access to fresh food and everyday essentials.
3. Invest in recreation and sports facilities – Including a multi-use recreation center, swimming pool, skating rink, and/or sports field would address a major community desire for accessible sport, fitness and leisure options (Ottawa’s official Recreation plan includes targets).

The newsletter has the rest of the top ten, a link to more detailed survey results, and ideas on what to do next.

Neighbours for Tunney’s has another update on the Tunney’s Pasture redevelopment plan, on their web site and at https://mailchi.mp/aab80f5a2413/tunneys-pasture-redevelopment-news-december-12746102 Less office space, and more housing in the plan, and a survey for you.

Invitation to Tunney’s Pasture Public Engagement Meeting

Have your say! Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) and Canada Lands Company (CLC) want your input on their proposed Complete Street and Active Transportation Network for Tunney’s Pasture.
Continue reading “Tunney’s Pasture Open House – November 21, 22” →

A new newsletter is out, from Neighbours for Tunney’s. Most notable to me is the item about the Brooke Claxton building (my dad used to work there, ages ago) being sold off by the government. The newsletter says:

In May, news broke that the Federal government is looking to sell off, or transfer, several prominent buildings around the city, including the Brooke Claxton building at Tunney’s Pasture. Interest groups quickly stepped up to suggest alternative uses for the buildings including an idea we hear often–repurposing offices into residential properties to help address the region’s housing crisis. The Neighbours for Tunney’s working group has made an initial request for an onsite tour of the building, and we are hoping to make this happen despite initial feedback regarding security concerns–we can only imagine the views!

Though it seems strange that they would sell the building but keep the campus. Maybe that’s a side effect of remote work? Anyway, check out that newsletter for more about Tunney’s Pasture’s future.

– Alex

Tunney’s Pasture Redevelopment: Update from Neighbours for Tunney’s

Neighbours for Tunney’s (NFT) compiled a list of residents’ questions on the status of the Tunney’s Pasture redevelopment project and submitted it to Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) and Canada Lands Company (CLC). Questions ranged from specific ones about the ongoing demolition and reconstruction activity to those about future provision of greenspace and traffic management studies. The answers provided by the Canada Lands Company are included at the end of this post.

To stay informed, visit the Engage website at: https://engage.clc-sic.ca/tunney-s-pasture-vision-to-reality.

To join Neighbours for Tunney’s, click this link: http://www.neighboursfortunneys.ca/, on the Wellington Village Community Association website, then follow the instructions on the page, after the bolded line “To join our emailing list, please click this link”.

Please feel free to contact Heather Pearl at hptek20@teksavvy.com if you wish additional information.

See all the pages of questions here: NFT to PSPC&CL Q&A 202303.pdf

Tunney’s Pasture Redevelopment Project: Invitation to Participate

Canada Lands Company (CLC) and Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) were very pleased to see the high degree of participation in our workshops of May 25 and 26, during which attendees provided input into the development of “community values” that will inform the redevelopment of Tunney’s Pasture.

And, we would also like to give members of the community another opportunity to have their questions answered during a virtual “Questions and Answers Coffee House” meeting that we will hold from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, June 20. To register, please visit: https://engage.clc-sic.ca/tunney-s-pasture-vision-to-reality.

Canada Lands and PSPC are committed to meaningful engagement and we greatly appreciate your interest in this project. We strongly believe the community’s involvement will lead to a better outcome for the transformation of Tunney’s Pasture.

Additional message from Heather Pearl: for regular community updates on this project, please consider joining Neighbours for Tunney’s. Send your email request to NeighboursforTunneys@gmail.com

Thanks, Heather

Following on from last year’s Tunney’s Pasture Redevelopment Survey…

In 2014, the National Capital Commission finalized and endorsed the Tunney’s Pasture Master Plan (TPMP). The Canada Lands Company (CLC) – a federal Crown corporation – is managing the transformation: https://www.clc-sic.ca/real-estate/tunneys-pasture. CLC is seeking your input to this project. Please see the invitation to register for next week’s workshop.

Thanks, Heather

Registration open for workshops on the future of Tunney’s Pasture

Registration is now open for two virtual workshops to gather the public’s input on the transformation of Tunney’s Pasture from a single-use employment centre into a vibrant transit-oriented and sustainable mixed-use community that is integrated with surrounding neighbourhoods, while maintaining a strong federal presence.
Continue reading “Tunney’s Pasture Redevelopment Workshops – May 25, 26” →