Ottawa City Council

Agenda

Meeting #:

78

Date:

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Time:

10:00 A.m. - 3:00 P.m.

Location:

Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation

Mélanie Blais, Council Coordinator,

613-580-2424 ext. 27005, [email protected]

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1.

Call to order and moment of reflection

2.

Public notices and meeting information

Notices and meeting information are attached to the agenda and minutes, including: availability of simultaneous interpretation and accessibility accommodations; in camera meeting procedures; information items not subject to discussion; personal information disclaimer for correspondents; notices regarding minutes; and remote participation details.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available, upon request.

3.

National Anthem

Concillor W. Lo

4.

Roll Call

5.

Confirmation of Minutes

5.1

Minutes 77 of the City Council meeting of April 8, 2026

5.2

Confidential Minutes 77 of the City Council meeting of April 8, 2026

6.

Declarations of Interest Including Those Originally Arising from Prior Meetings

7.

Communications

7.1

Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Communications

7.2

Petitions

A petition submitted by Ottawa Cohousing, containing 276 signatures, requesting that City Council support to build and fund community-led cohousing projects in Ottawa.

8.

Regrets

No regrets were filed. 

9.

Motion to Introduce Reports

10.

City Clerk

10.1

Status Update - Council Inquiries and Motions for the period ending April 17, 2026

File No. ACS2026-OCC-CCS-0051 - City-wide

• Report Recommendation(s)

  That Council receive this report for information.

11.

Joint Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services and Public Works and Infrastructure Committee Report 2

11.1

Safe Access to Social Infrastructure By-law

File No. ACS2026-EPS-PPD-0002 - City-wide

• Joint Committee Recommendation(s) as amended

  That Council approve:

  1. The Safe Access to Social Infrastructure By-law, as described in this report and in the general form set out in Document 1;
  2. That Section 3 of the Draft By-law 2026-XXX, set out at Document 1 to the Report on the Safe Access to Social infrastructure, be amended and replaced with the following wording:

  “APPLICABILITY
   3. For clarity, this by-law does not apply to labour union strikes, information pickets, or activities related to a labour dispute.”

   

12.

Joint Finance and Corporate Services and Planning and Housing Committee Report 4

12.1

Build Canada Homes Partnership

File No: ACS2026-SI-SPO-0002 - City-wide

• Joint Committee Recommendation(s) as amended

  That Council:

  1. Approve the partnership with Build Canada Homes as de-scribed in this report.
     1. Delegate authority to the General Manager, Strategic Initiatives, to carry out the intent of the foregoing approval including, but not limited to, the negotiation, execution and delivery of such other agreements, documents, instruments, acts and items as are required or deemed necessary or desirable to give full effect to the terms of this report.
     2. Direct the General Manager of Planning, Development and Building Services to implement the tailored approval process and permitting process established for projects developed by BCH as part of the partnership, as outlined in this report.
     3. Approve an exemption to the definition of ‘affordable housing’ for the purpose of Municipal Housing Facilities designations and associated property tax exemptions for projects undertaken as part of the partnership as described in this report.
     4. Approve an exemption to the Municipal Housing Facility provider requirements under the Municipal Housing Facility By-law for projects undertaken as part of the partnership as described in this report.
     5. Delegate authority to the Director, Housing Solutions, Real Estate and Investment Services, to conclude negotiations with Build Canada Homes on projects to be supported through the partnership from among the shortlist of projects provided in Document 1.
  2. Approve the City contribution of up to $250 million, through the following actions:
     1. Exempt Development Charges for all units developed by BCH as part of the partnership; and  
        1. Direct Staff to incorporate a discretionary development charge exemption for the sites included in the partnership, applicable only to development types above and beyond the statutory discount for rental housing devel-opment and statutory exemptions for affordable and attainable residential units and non-profit housing devel-opments, under the City-wide Development Charge By-law 2024-218, Section 7.
     2. Exempt projects developed by BCH as part of the partnership from the collection of Community Benefits Charges By-law No 2022-307
     3. Waive the collection of Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland charges under Bylaw 2022-280 (Parkland Dedication) for projects developed by BCH as part of the partnership
     4. Waive the collection of building permit fees for projects developed by BCH as part of the partnership, as outlined in this report
     5. Eliminate the collection of planning fees as a result of the tailored approval process for projects developed by BCH as part of the partnership, as outlined in this report
     6. Grant a property tax exemption for a period of 75 years for the units designated as a Municipal Housing Facility developed by BCH as part of the Partnership to support long term affordability of homes, as further described in this report.
  3. Direct the General Manager, Planning, Development and Building Services to report back by way of memo to Council in the second quarter of 2026 with a clear engagement strategy aligned with the recently refreshed Public Engagement Strategy principles and approaches.

13.

Built Heritage Committee Report 31

13.1

Heritage Permit – 237 Clemow Avenue

File No. ACS2026-PDB-RHU-0029 - Capital (Ward 17)

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council:

  1. Approve the application for demolition and new construction at 237 Clemow Avenue according to plans by Landmarx Design Services, dated November 2025, conditional upon:
     1. The applicant making minor design revisions to the exterior of the proposed house to increase its distinguishability from surrounding contributing properties, to the satisfaction of Heritage Planning staff prior to the issuance of the building permit.
     2. The applicant providing samples of all final exterior materials for approval by Heritage Planning staff prior to the issuance of the building permit.
     3. The applicant providing a copy of the building permit plans to Heritage staff at the time of the submission of the building permit application. The submission shall clearly identify any changes from the approved heritage permit and include a list and explanation of proposed changes.
  2. Delegate authority for minor design and landscaping changes to the Program Manager, Heritage Planning Branch, Planning, Development, and Building Services Department.
  3. Approve the issuance of the heritage permit with a two-year expiry date from the issuance unless otherwise extended by Council.

13.2

Heritage Considerations for Confederation Heights

File No. ACS2026-PDB-RHU-0019 - River (Ward 16); Capital (Ward 17)

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council:

  1. Receive for information the heritage conservation approach for the Confederation Heights Secondary Plan as outlined in the report;
  2. Issue a Notice of Intention to Designate 1500 Bronson Avenue and 933 Heron Road under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act according to the Statement of Cultural Heritage Value attached as Document 5; and 
  3. Direct staff to negotiate a heritage easement agreement with the owner of the property at 2720 Riverside Drive, the Sir Charles Tupper Building.

13.3

Ontario Heritage Act Changes - Implementation Update

File No.: ACS2026-PDB-RHU-0030 - City-wide

• Committee Recommendation(s) as amended

  That Council:

  1. Receive for information the update related to the review of the City of Ottawa Heritage Register.
  2. Approve the creation of the City of Ottawa Heritage Inventory.
  3. Remove the remaining properties listed under Section 27 of the Ontario Heritage Act from the City of Ottawa Heritage Register effective January 1, 2027, or a date as prescribed for the purpose of Section 27(16) of the Ontario Heritage Act, whichever comes later.
  4. Receive for information the updated Heritage Conservation District Study Work Plan prioritization as outlined in this report.
  5. Approve the following related to Heritage Conservation Districts:
     1. The updated boundary for the Centretown West HCD Study as shown in Document 1.
     2. New Heritage Conservation District Feasibility assessment for Chinatown
  6. Approve that staff be directed to prepare and publish a “Heritage and the New Zoning By-law” Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) resource; and that the FAQ include, at minimum:
     1. An explanation of how HCD Plans continue to govern heritage-sensitive form and character, and how they operate alongside zoning provisions.
     2. A description of the internal review processes staff follow when development applications are submitted within HCDs.
     3. Clear information on what residents can expect in terms of notification, transparency, and opportunities for public input, and;
  7. Approve that staff circulate a copy of the final document to the Built Heritage Committee as part of the implementation of the new Zoning By-law.

14.

Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee Report 23

14.1

Public Safety Service 2025 Annual Report

File No. ACS2026-EPS-PSS-0001 – City-wide

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council receive the Public Safety Service 2025 Annual Report for information.

14.2

By-law and Regulatory Services 2025 Annual Report

File No. ACS2025-EPS-OFS-0001 – City-wide

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council receive the By-law and Regulatory Services 2025 Annual Report for information.

14.3

Motion – Councillor S. Devine – Ottawa’s Noise By-law and Consistency with NPC-300 Environmental Noise Guideline

File No.: ACS2026-OCC-CCS-0036 – City-wide

• Committee Recommendations(s)

  That Council direct staff to include a review of the Noise By-law, including any disparities with the recommendations of the NPC-300 guideline, as an item for consideration as part of the development of the By-law Review Work Plan to be approved by the next term of Council.

14.4

Motion – Councillor D. Hill – Amendment to By-law 2002-189 - Licensing and regulation of hardscaping contractors

File No. ACS2026-OCC-CCS-0046 – City-wide 

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council approve that By-law 2002-189, as amended, is further amended as follows and that the City’s website be updated to reflect this:

  1. The definition of “hardscaping contractor” in Section 1 of the by-law shall be repealed and replaced with the following:

  "hardscaping contractor” means a person who is engaged in the business of (a) installing, altering or paving hard landscaping features on private property, such as driveways and parking areas, concrete pads, gravel areas, retaining walls, steps, walkways and pathways, and patios, where such landscaping features are made of asphalt, concrete, interlock, pavers, flagstone, brick or similar materials, including altering or paving any portion of the highway as part of hardscaping work occurring on adjacent private property, but does not include:

  1. 1. the sealing or re-sealing only of driveways or parking areas;
     2. the installation or alteration of pools, decks and fences;
     3. the temporary removal and reinstatement of hard landscaping features as part of another lawful construction, repair, or installation activity, provided the work is incidental to that activity and not offered as a standalone service; or
     4. performing minor repairs or minor alterations.
  2. Section 4(1)c) of Schedule 36 of the by-law shall be repealed and replaced with the following:

  has provided the address and contact information for the applicant or an agent of the applicant

  1. 1. to which the City may send a notice, documentation, or communication that may be required under this by-law, and
     2. at which the applicant or the applicant’s agent will accept receipt of any notice, documentation, or communication during regular business hours;

  3. Section 9 of Schedule 36 of the by-law shall be repealed and replaced with the following:

  Every licensee shall ensure that each vehicle used for the hardscaping business has a sign attached or painted on both sides showing the name and contact information of the business in a clear and legible manner.

15.

Finance and Corporate Services Committee Report 35A

15.1

Disposition of 2025 Tax and Rate Supported Operating Surplus/Deficit

File No. ACS2026-FCS-FSP-0004 - City-wide

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council:

  1. Approve the $16.763 million 2025 operating surplus in City-Wide be transferred to the Tax Stabilization Reserve;
  2. Approve the $2.006 million 2025 operating surplus in Ottawa Public Library (OPL) be transferred to the Library Reserve;
  3. Approve the Ottawa Police Services’ 2025 operating deficit of $25.133 million be funded from the Tax Stabilization Reserve;
  4. Approve the $51.946 million 2025 operating deficit in Transit Services be funded as follows:
     1. $44.946 million from the Tax Stabilization Reserve; and
     2. $7 million from the Transit Operating Reserve.
  5. Approve the $11.843 million 2025 operating surplus in Water Services be transferred to the Water Reserve;
  6. Approve the $9.346 million 2025 operating surplus in Wastewater Services be transferred to the Wastewater Reserve;
  7. Approve the $954 thousand 2025 operating surplus in Stormwater Services be transferred to the Stormwater Reserve;
  8. Approve the transfer of $850 thousand of the 2025 operating surplus in By law and Regulatory Services to the City-Wide Reserve as an advance repayment for costs related to the development of their online business licensing software thereby fulfilling By-law and Regulatory Services’ financial obligation one year in advance.
  9. Approve the addition of 6 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions to the Ottawa Paramedic Service Central Ambulance Communication Centre (CACC), as funded by the Ministry of Health's increased base funding.
  10. Receive the update to the maximum target balance of the Tax Stabilization Reserve using the existing approved methodology.
  11. Receive Documents 1 to 4 for information.

15.2

Updates to the Administrative Penalty System By-laws

File No. ACS2026-FCS-REV-0002 - City-wide

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council approve the amendments to the Parking and Red Light Camera Administrative Penalty System By-laws as detailed in this report and in Documents 1 and 2.  

15.3

Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan Implementation Update 2026

File No. ACS2026-SI-ED-0006 - City-wide

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council:

  1. Receive for information the Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan Implementation Update 2026.
  2. Receive the Kanata North Special Economic District Action Plan, attached as Document 1, and direct staff to proceed with the next steps outlined in this report and in Document 1.

15.4

Downtown Revitalization Framework

File No. ACS2026-SI-ED-0005 - Somerset (Ward 14) 

• Committee Recommendation(s) as amended

  That Council:

  1. Approve the Downtown Revitalization Framework and Action Plan, as described in this report.
  2. Approve the Downtown Revitalization Toolkit, as described in this report.
  3. Direct staff to return to the relevant standing Committee with additional recommendations to inform medium- and long-term actions by Q4 2027.
  4. Approve that the Downtown Revitalization Framework include reference to a short-term action to ‘Deliver a standalone public washroom facility in Centretown’ under the ‘Advance Safety-by-Design Enhancements to Support Well-Being' objective as part of the ‘Improve Community Safety and Well-being' focus area in the staff report and all relevant supporting documents; and
  5. Direct Staff to consider options for a broader public washroom strategy including but not limited to:
     1. Utilizing the existing design of the Centretown standalone public washroom as a replicable template elsewhere in the downtown core;
     2. Taking inventory of existing public washrooms, fieldhouses, and other city facilities and exploring options for expanded hours and enhanced cleaning;
     3. Evaluate appropriate wayfinding options to complement washroom facilities;
     4. Explore the possibility of partnerships with BIAs and local businesses to expand the use of private washrooms through City-sponsored enhanced cleaning and monitoring.
  6. Direct that the General Manager of Recreation, Cultural and Facilities Services provide an estimate of anticipated operating costs for the initial public washroom to Council via memo by Q4, 2026, including opportunities for economies of scale should additional public washrooms become operational.
  7. Direct that staff return to Public Works and Infrastructure Committee with recommendations to inform a broader public washroom strategy Q4 2027.
      

16.

Planning and Housing Committee Report 63

16.1

Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment - 267 O’Connor Street

File No. ACS2026-PDB-PSX-0013 – Somerset (Ward 14)

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council approve:

  1. An amendment to the Central and East Downtown Core Secondary Plan in Volume 2A of the Official Plan for 267 O’Connor Street, as shown on Document 1, to permit two Landmark Buildings up to a maximum building height of 27- and 25-storeys and a Privately-Owned-Public Space, subject to a site-specific policy, as detailed in Document 2.
  2. An amendment to Zoning By-law 2008-250 for 267 O’Connor Street to rezone the subject property from “Residential Fourth Density, Subzone UD, Exception 479 (R4UD[479])” to “Residential Fifth Density, Subzone B, Exception XXXX, Schedule YYY (R5B[XXXX] S(YYY))”, as shown in Document 3, to permit two Landmark Buildings up to a maximum building height of 27- and 25-storeys, subject to site-specific zoning provisions, as detailed in Documents 4 and 5.
  3. An amendment to Zoning By-law 2026-50 for 267 O’Connor Street to rezone the subject property from “Neighbourhood 5, Subzone B, Urban Exception 479, maximum height of 23.0 metres [N5B(479) H(23)]” to “Neighbourhood 5, Subzone B, Urban Exception XXXX, Schedule YYY (N5B[XXXX] S(YYY))”, as shown in Document 6, to permit two Landmark Buildings up to a maximum building height of 27- and 25- storeys, subject to site-specific zoning provisions, as detailed in Documents 7 and 8.

16.2

Heritage Permit – 267 O’Connor Street

File No. ACS2026-PDB-RHU-0005 - Somerset (Ward 14)

• Planning and Housing Committee and Built Heritage Committee Recommendation(s) as amended

  That Council :

  1. Approve the application for new construction at 267 O’Connor Street in accordance with the plans submitted by UNS Unstudio dated December 1, 2025, subject to the conditions outlined in Document 9, as amended by Motions No. BHC 2026 31-01/PHC 2026-63-02; and
  2. Delegate authority for minor design changes to the Program Manager, Heritage Planning Branch, Planning, Development and Building Services Development; and
  3. Approve the issuance of the heritage permit with a six-year expiry date.

16.3

Motion – Councillor L. Dudas – Ottawa Community Housing Corporation - Alternative Processes to Requests for Proposals

File No. ACS2026-OCC-CCS-0037 - City-wide

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council approve that staff be directed to review current processes and policies respecting the allocation of municipal land and resources for affordable housing with the goal of streamlining the City’s approach while maintaining transparency, fairness, and accountability; and

  1. That, as part of this review, staff consider a range of different models to more efficiently move projects forward, including but not limited to leveraging OCHC as the City’s municipal housing corporation and considering a prequalification mechanism for established sector partnerships and other alternatives to RFP processes.
  2. That staff consider how to best recognize the varying scale and capacities of organizations, encourage partnerships, and explore strategic uses of long term land leases and transfers to balance affordability goals with long-term value for taxpayers.
  3. That staff be directed to ensure the proposed updates to the processes align with the City’s Procurement By-law, Real Property Disposal Policy, Action Ottawa Guidelines, and applicable legal requirements, and includes recommendations on transparency, fairness, and reporting.
  4. That staff work with OCHC to explore ways to more effectively streamline future developments and improve the speed and affordability at which wholly municipally-owned non-market housing is delivered in Ottawa.
  5. That a report detailing the outcomes of this motion rise to Council through the Planning and Housing Committee as soon as feasible.

17.

Transit Committee Report 25

17.1

Light Rail Regulatory Monitor and Compliance Officer Annual Report for 2025

File No. ACS2026-CMR-OCM-0001 - City-wide

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council receive the Light Rail Regulatory Monitor and Compliance Officer Annual Report, attached as Document 1.

18.

Bulk Consent Agenda

18.1

Finance and Corporate Services Committee Report 35A

18.1.1

Office of the City Clerk 2025 Annual Report

File No. ACS2026-OCC-GEN-0003 - City-wide

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council:

  1. Receive this report;
  2. Approve amendments to the Archives’ user fees and charges as described in this report and in Document 2;
  3. Approve amendments to By-law No. 2003-21 respecting the use of languages in notices, forms, and other information provided for municipal elections in accordance with sections 9 and 9.1 of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, to permit the use of additional languages other than English and French, as described in this report and in Document 3; and
  4. Approve amendments to Schedule “A” of the Records Retention and Disposition By-law as described in this report and in Documents 5 and 6.

18.1.2

2026 City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan (COMAP) Update and 2026-2029 OC Transpo Accessibility Plan

File No. ACS2026-OCC-GEN-0004 - City-wide

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council:

  1. Receive the 2026 Update to the City of Ottawa Municipal Accessibility Plan.
  2. Approve the 2026–2029 OC Transpo Accessibility Plan.
  3. Receive information related to the non-compliance with the Information and Communication Standard, as detailed in this report.
  4. Receive information related to the non-compliance with the Design of Public Spaces Standard and deviations to the City of Ottawa Accessibility Design Standards, as detailed in this report.

18.1.3

French Language Services 2025 Annual Report

File No. ACS2026-OCC-GEN-0001 - City-wide

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council:

  1. Receive this report for information.
  2. Approve the 2026 Operational Plan for French-language services as described in this report and set out in Document 1.

18.1.4

Designate leased spaces as Municipal Capital Facilities

File No. ACS2026-SI-HSI-0003 - City-wide

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council:

  1. Designate four (4) City of Ottawa leased locations, as further described in this report, as a Municipal Capital Facility (MCF), for the purpose of various prescribed municipal purposes as permitted under Section 110(6) of the Municipal Act and as defined in Ontario Regulation 603/06, 2001 as amended, and;
  2. Delegate Authority to the Interim Director, Housing Solutions, Real Estate, and Investment Services (HSREIS), in consultation with the City Solicitor, to finalize and execute four (4) Municipal Capital Facility Agreements (MCFA) and place the associated by-laws on the agenda of Council for enactment in support of exempting the respective leased locations from realty taxes as further described in this report.

18.2

Planning and Housing Committee Report 63

18.2.1

Zoning By-law Amendment – 67 Kempster Avenue

File No. ACS2026-PDB-PSX-0037 - Bay (Ward 7)

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council approve:

  1. An amendment to Zoning By-law 2008-250 for 67 Kempster Avenue as shown in Document 1, to permit a retail store within an addition to a detached dwelling, as detailed in Document 2.
  2. An amendment to Zoning By-law 2026-050 for 67 Kempster Avenue as shown in Document 3, to permit a retail store within an addition to a detached dwelling, as detailed in Document 4.

18.2.2

Zoning By-law Amendment – 2505 and 2707 Solandt Road

File No. ACS2026-SI-ED-0003 - Kanata North (Ward 4)

• Committee Recommendation(s)

  That Council approve an amendment to Zoning By-law 2008-250 and Zoning By-law 2026-050 for 2505 and 2707 Solandt Road, as shown in Document 1 and Document 2, to permit the development of a three-storey personal service facility on the subject site to support a destination wellness facility that includes a spa, accessory outdoor amenity areas, accessory personal service buildings and an ancillary restaurant, as detailed in Document 3 and Document 4.

18.3

City Clerk – Summary of Oral and Written Public Submissions

18.3.1

Summary of Oral and Written Public Submissions for Items Subject to the Planning Act ‘Explanation Requirements’ at the City Council Meeting of April 8, 2026

File No. ACS2026-OCC-CCS-0047 - City-wide

• Report Recommendation(s)

  That Council approve the Summaries of Oral and Written Public Submissions for items considered at the City Council Meeting of April 8, 2026, that are subject to the ‘Explanation Requirements’ being the Planning Act, subsections 17(23.1), 22(6.7), 34(10.10) and 34(18.1), as applicable, as described in this report and attached as Document 1.

19.

In Camera Items

19.1

Strategic Collective Bargaining – Amalgamated Transit Union 279 (Para Transpo) – Ratification of Tentative Agreement

To be considered In Camera pursuant to Procedure By-law 2025-100, Subsections 13(1)(d), labour relations and employee negotiations, and 13(1)(f), the receiving of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. Reporting out date: Upon ratification of the Agreement by Council.

20.

Motion to Adopt Reports

21.

Motions of Which Notice Has Been Previously Given

21.1

Public-Facing Organizational Chart and Staff Directory

Note: The Kelly/Curry Motion of which Notice was previously given at the March 11, 2026, City Council meeting was replaced with the following revised motion pursuant to Subsection 59(5) of the Procedure By-law.

Deferred from the City Council meeting of April 8, 2026.

• Moved by C. Kelly
  Seconded by C. Curry

  WHEREAS Members of Council are elected by residents to represent them at the City of Ottawa, and residents expect transparency, accessibility, and accountability from their municipal government;

  WHEREAS residents, community organizations, and stakeholders regularly seek to understand how the City of Ottawa is structured and which branches or officials are responsible for specific programs and services; and

  WHEREAS the absence of a clear, public-facing organizational chart and staff directory can create barriers to service access, delay issue resolution, and increase reliance on Councillors’ Offices as intermediaries; and

  WHEREAS providing general organizational information and appropriate contact points does not replace existing service channels such as 3-1-1, but instead helps residents better understand how municipal services are organized;

  WHEREAS many large Canadian municipalities maintain public-facing organizational charts and staff directories as a best practice in transparency and customer service, including but not limited to the Cities of Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Hamilton; and

  WHEREAS providing high-level organizational information and appropriate staff contact details can improve service efficiency, reduce misdirected inquiries, and enhance public trust in municipal administration;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that staff be directed to establish and maintain a
  public-facing City of Ottawa organizational chart, accessible through the City’s website, that clearly identifies departments, service areas, and senior management reporting relationships; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that staff be directed to establish and maintain a public-facing staff directory, with appropriate cybersecurity and privacy protections, that includes information such as:

  1. names and titles of senior leadership and key branch contacts;
  2. departmental or functional contact information (email and/or phone); and
  3. clear descriptions of areas of responsibility to assist the public in directing inquiries appropriately; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the public-facing organizational chart and staff directory be designed to be easily navigable, regularly updated, and written in plain language; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that staff ensure that any exclusions or limitations in the directory are clearly explained and are based on operational, privacy, or safety/security considerations; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that staff report back to Council within ninety (90) days of adoption of this motion with the proposed scope and format of the public-facing organizational chart and staff directory which should include consideration of the following elements:

  1. the names and titles of senior leadership, directors, managers, and key branch contacts;
  2. departmental or functional contact information (email and/or phone); and
  3. clear descriptions of areas of responsibility to assist the public in directing inquiries appropriately; and
  4. examples of comparable practices from other municipalities; and
  5. implications associated with implementing the organizational chart and directory.

21.2

Service Standards for Councillors’ Responses

Note: The Kelly/Kitts Motion of which Notice was previously given at the March 11, 2026, City Council meeting was replaced with the following revised motion pursuant to Subsection 59(5) of the Procedure By-law.

Deferred from the City Council meeting of April 8, 2026.

• Moved by C. Kelly
  Seconded by C. Kitts

  WHEREAS Members of Council are elected by residents to represent them at the City of Ottawa, and residents expect that when they reach out to their elected officials they will receive timely and respectful responses; and

  WHEREAS Members of Council rely on timely, accurate, and complete information from City staff in order to respond to residents, address time-sensitive constituency matters, and make informed decisions; and

  WHEREAS clear and consistent internal service standards support accountability, transparency, and effective collaboration between Members of Council and City staff;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Manager establish and implement a corporate service standard for responses to requests from Members of Council and Councillors’ Offices (“Councillor Office Requests”), applicable across all departments and supported by a standardized tracking mechanism; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the service standard should include consideration of the following elements:

      1.  Scope and Definitions

  Define “Councillor Office Request,” and clarify that the service standard does not replace formal Council or Committee reports, statutory timelines, or legislated processes. Definitions shall include when the response timeline begins (“clock start”), as well as definitions for “Acknowledgement,” “Interim Update,” and “Substantive Response.”

      2.  Acknowledgement Timeline

  Staff shall provide an acknowledgement within one (1) Business Day of receipt of a request, including the assigned staff lead, a tracking reference number, and a target date for the substantive response or first interim update. Each department shall identify a designated alternate contact to ensure acknowledgements are issued during staff absences.

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the service standard should include consideration of the following:

      1.  Substantive Response Timeline – Routine Requests

  For routine requests, staff shall provide a substantive response within five (5) Business Days of receipt.

      2.  Complex Requests

  Where a request requires coordination across departments, research, or additional analysis, staff shall provide an interim update within five (5) Business Days outlining the work required and providing an estimated response date.
  A substantive response should normally be provided within twenty (20) Business Days, unless extended in accordance with this service standard.

      3.  Missed Timelines

  If staff cannot meet a prescribed timeline, they must provide an update prior to the deadline outlining the reason for the delay, work completed to date, a revised target date, and the timing of the next update.

      4.  Urgent Matters

  The service standard shall include a mechanism for addressing urgent requests, including direct contact with the respective General Manager and/or the City Manager.

      5.  Escalation Process

  The service standard shall include a clear escalation pathway for overdue responses through departmental management levels up to and including the City Manager’s Office.

      6.  Tracking and Reporting

  The City shall implement a standardized tracking mechanism for Councillor Office Requests and provide the option for automated standard reports for each Ward Councillor which could include metrics such as request volume and on-time response metrics by department.

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager report back to Council with the recommended service standard and implementation details within one hundred and twenty (120) days of adoption of this motion.

21.3

Municipal Food Strategy

• Moved by M. Carr
  Seconded by C. Kitts

  WHEREAS the City of Ottawa does not currently have in place an embedded municipal food strategy that incorporates elements that promote a local food system;

  WHEREAS the majority of Canadian Cities have in place such a strategy, including Vancouver, Victoria, Calgary, Edmonton, Guelph, Halifax, Toronto, Montreal, and Winnipeg.

  WHEREAS the City of Ottawa has some initiatives underway that could contribute to such a strategy including a Food Waste Reduction Strategy and a Poverty Reduction Strategy, and Council has advanced additional initiatives including the Community Garden Action Plan motion (Kitts/Carr) and the Food Security Motion (Carr/Kitts) that advanced a comprehensive advocacy framework to tackle food insecurity at its roots;

  WHEREAS a strategic objective in the Council Strategic Plan is that the effects of poverty and food insecurity are reduced through work with Community Partners

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that City staff report back to Council by the end of Q2 2027 on the feasibility of developing a Municipal Food Strategy that would cover the following streams: food ACCESS; food waste; food production and food distribution and be City-wide in scope. The feasibility report would include information on what a potential strategy would entail, including resources, and would include existing programs as well as examining improvements in all streams, for example establishing food hubs and city-owned grocery stores to improve food access; and increasing incentives for urban agriculture and promotion of local food businesses.

21.4

Commemorative Naming – Claude Bennett Park

Note: The Carr/Desroches Motion of which Notice was previously given at the April 8, 2026, City Council meeting was replaced with the following revised motion pursuant to Subsection 59(5) of the Procedure By-law.

• Moved by M. Carr
  Seconded by S. Desroches

  WHEREAS on July 10, 2024, City Council approved the Commemorative Naming Policy; and

  WHEREAS in keeping with its powers set out in the Municipal Act, 2001, Council may assign a commemorative name by resolution, notwithstanding the provisions included in the Commemorative Naming Policy; and

  WHEREAS Claude Bennett (1936 – 2020) was a Canadian politician, civic leader and dedicated volunteer who was born and raised in Ottawa; and

  WHEREAS Claude Bennett was elected to Ottawa City Council in 1960 and served as Alderman for Capital Ward until 1972; and

  WHEREAS Claude Bennett was Senior Controller of the Ottawa Board of Control from 1970 to 1972 and, in such capacity, served as Acting (Deputy) Mayor of Ottawa, was elected to Provincial Parliament in 1971 and served as MPP for Ottawa South until 1987; and

  WHEREAS Claude Bennett was asked by the Premier of Ontario to serve in Ontario’s Parliamentary Cabinet as Minister without Portfolio, Minister of Industry & Tourism, Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing and Chairman of Cabinet; and

  WHEREAS Claude Bennett served the citizens of Ottawa and Canada in leadership positions at Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation, the Ottawa International Airport Authority, the Ottawa Transition Board and the Royal Canadian Mint; and

  WHEREAS Claude Bennett was a director of the Central Canada Exhibition Association (CCEA) for over 30 years starting in 1965 and served as President of the CCEA from 1994 to 1996; and

  WHEREAS Claude Bennett promoted amateur and professional sports through his involvement with the Commonwealth Games Association and Foundation of Canada, Ottawa Sooners Junior Football Club, Ottawa Sports Hall of Fame, Nepean Canadian Sports Club, Ottawa 67’s Hockey Club, London Knights Hockey Club and Ottawa Lynx Baseball Club; and

  WHEREAS Claude Bennett also supported numerous other institutions in leading volunteer or advisory roles, including the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, Canada Safety Council, Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, Ottawa Boys & Girls Club, Boy Scouts Foundation of Canada, Glebe Centre, St. Patrick’s Home and Ashbury College; and

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the park currently known as Faircrest Heights Park, located at 550 Smyth Road, be renamed “Claude Bennett Park”; and
  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that an appropriate stand and plaque be installed displaying the name and including a brief history of Claude Bennett’s contributions to his community; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all costs related to the production and installation of the stand, plaque, park sign and subsequent event will be funded through the Mayor’s Office - Thriving Communities capital account; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all text for signage and commemorative plaques shall be bilingual and subject to approval by the General Manager of Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services.

21.5

Installation of Secure Delivery Lockers at City Facilities

• Moved by S. Plante
  Seconded by M. Carr

  WHEREAS porch pirate are an increasing issue throughout the city, and in Ward 12 especially, where many residents do shift work and cannot access traditional shopping during regular hours; and

  WHEREAS many porch pirates are following delivery trucks to steal packages shortly after they are dropped off; and

  WHEREAS there is a lack of delivery lockers where people can access their packages safely and in a secure location; and

  WHEREAS companies such as Amazon have offered to install lockers for free and cover an attendant cost; and

  WHEREAS private businesses approached to host delivery lockers have declined, citing concerns over lost parking spaces, the cost of the disposal of packaging, and insurance concerns; and

  WHEREAS the City owns facilities that could potentially host outdoor secure delivery lockers that would help reduce the incidence of porch piracy;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Recreation, Cultural and Facilities Services (RCFS) Department be directed to work with Supply Services to issue a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEOI), no later than Q2 2026, to determine if there are delivery/warehouse companies interested in installing, at their cost, secure outdoor delivery lockers on City property, and subject to fair market value compensation to the City; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that should such an interest be identified as part of the RFEOI, that the General Manager of RCFS work with Supply Services and interested proponents to identify viable locations for the installation of outdoor secure lockers with safe access on a pilot project basis, including but not limited to possible options at the Richelieu-Vanier Community Centre; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that staff report back to City Council on the results of the pilot project no later than Q3 2027, with a recommendation regarding a possible citywide expansion of the project for the installation of secure delivery lockers at other City facilities.

21.6

National Youth Week

• Moved by R. King
  Seconded by L. Johnson

  WHEREAS recreation enhances the well-being of individuals, families, neighbourhoods, and communities, and the City of Ottawa is committed to offering high-quality programs and leisure opportunities that support residents in leading healthy, active lives and contribute to making our city an exceptional place to live, work, and play; and

  WHEREAS youth voices help shape our civic, social, and environmental future, and it is essential that we create spaces to empower young people to contribute meaningfully; and

  WHEREAS inclusive and equitable access to recreation fosters positive youth development, social justice, and community belonging; and

  WHEREAS National Youth Week celebrates the importance of recreation and parks in supporting youth growth, and highlights the meaningful contributions youth make to building stronger, more vibrant communities; and

  WHEREAS National Youth Week is celebrated across Canada for over a decade recognizing the first week of May as Youth Week; and

  WHEREAS local organizations including Youth Ottawa, the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa, YNRA, BGC, and Uniting for Children and Youth have demonstrated strong support for the recognition and celebration of National Youth Week in Ottawa; and

  WHEREAS the City of Ottawa’s previous proclamation of National Youth Week led to a range of activities, events, and sports initiatives that promoted and encouraged youth participation and engagement across the city;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Ottawa, in recognition of the vital role youth play in shaping our community and the importance of recreation in supporting youth development, hereby proclaims May 1 to May 7, 2026 as National Youth Week.

21.7

Swimmable Cities Charter

• Moved by T. Kavanagh
  Seconded by M. Sutcliffe

  WHEREAS the City of Ottawa is home to significant waterways, including the Ottawa River, Rideau River, and Rideau Canal, which are central to the city’s natural heritage, recreation, and quality of life; and

  WHEREAS access to clean, safe, and healthy waterways supports public health, climate resilience, biodiversity, and community well-being; and

  WHEREAS swimmable urban waterways contribute to a livable, inclusive, and healthy city by supporting physical and mental well-being, strengthening community connection, and enhancing recreation, tourism, and cultural expression tied to Ottawa’s natural and built heritage, aligning with multiple Term of Council priorities; and

  WHEREAS advancing safe, accessible, and ecologically healthy waterways requires integrated planning, long-term investment, and collaboration with Indigenous communities, residents, and partners to balance environmental, social, cultural, and economic values while improving water quality and public access over time; and

  WHEREAS the City of Ottawa offers a wide range of swimming programs, and is committed to ensuring swim lessons are affordable and accessible for children and adults to safely enjoy the City’s public pools and natural swimming areas; and

  WHEREAS Swimmable Cities is a global initiative with 236 diverse signatory organizations across over 115 cities and 37 countries (including 17 municipalities) dedicated to advancing safe, accessible, and ecologically healthy urban waterways; and

  WHEREAS becoming a signatory to the Swimmable Cities Charter would demonstrate the City of Ottawa’s commitment to protecting waterways, enhancing public access, and supporting long-term environmental stewardship in partnership with Indigenous communities, residents, and stakeholders;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: City Council endorse the principles of the Swimmable Cities Charter and the Mayor be authorized to sign the Charter on behalf of the City of Ottawa; and,

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to incorporate the Charter’s principles, where appropriate and within existing authority, into ongoing and future work related to natural systems, climate resiliency, waterfront planning, and the planning and delivery of municipal recreation services, including sanctioned beaches and public swimming areas; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to engage with the National Capital Commission, la Ville de Gatineau, and other municipalities to explore options for adopting the Charter’s principles across the National Capital Region and the Ottawa River Catchment.

21.8

Counter-radicalization Programming

• Moved by D. Hill
  Seconded by R. Brockington

  BE IT RESOLVED That staff include counter-radicalization programming in the community safety and wellbeing plan.

22.

Motions Requiring Suspension of the Rules of Procedure

23.

Notices of Motion (for Consideration at Subsequent Meeting)

24.

Motion to Introduce By-laws

24.1

Three Readings

• That the by-laws listed on the Agenda under Motion to Introduce By-laws, Three Readings, be read and passed.

  a.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2021-183 respecting a schedule of retention periods for certain records of the City of Ottawa.
  b.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2017-180 respecting the appointment of Municipal Law Enforcement Officers in accordance with private property parking enforcement.
  c.    A bylaw of the city of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2003-499 respecting the designation of fire routes.
  d.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to establish certain lands as common and public highway and assume them for public use (Riverside Drive).
  e.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa regulating the operation and use of large quadricycles in the City of Ottawa.
  f.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No.2002-189, as amended, with respect to the licensing and regulation of food premises.
  g.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No.2002-189, as amended, with respect to the licensing and regulation of amusement places.
  h.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to designate certain lands at Amarnath Circle, Cressida Street, Vireo Place, Jackdaw Avenue, Calliope Crescent and Pine Warbler Way on Plan 4M-1755, as being exempt from Part Lot Control.
  i.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to establish certain lands as common and public highway and assume them for public use (Geyser Place and Branch Street.)
  j.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to establish certain lands as common and public highway and assume them for public use (Invention Boulevard and Farrell Street).
  k.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend the Central and East Downtown Core Secondary Plan within Volume 2A of the Official Plan for the City of Ottawa to add a site-specific policy to increase the maximum building height to lands known municipally as 267 O'Connor Street.
  l.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 267 O'Connor Street.
  m.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 67 Kempster Avenue.
  n.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 2505 and 2707 Solandt Road.
  o.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 3882 Barnsdale Road. 
  p.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 to remove the holding symbol from part of the lands known municipally as 6111 Hazeldean Road.
  q.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 267 O'Connor Street.
  r.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 67 Kempster Avenue.
  s.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 2505 and 2707 Solandt Road.
  t.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 3882 Barnsdale Road.
  u.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to remove the holding symbol from part of the lands known municipally as 6111 Hazeldean Road.
  v.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to fix consolidation errors in the zoning map.
  w.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to designate certain lands at MacKay Street and Thomas Street on Plan 17, as being exempt from Part Lot Control. 
  x.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to designate certain lands at Haresfield Court and River Road on Plan 4M-1717, as being exempt from Part Lot Control.
  y.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to designate certain lands at Fairlop Way on Plan 4M-1149 as being exempt from Part Lot Control. 
  z.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 2983, 3053 and 3079 Navan Road. 
  aa.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 2983, 3053 and 3079 Navan Road 
  bb.    A by-law of the City of Ottawa to designate certain lands at de la Crevasse Road, Alpenstock Avenue, Cornice Street, Rappel Circle, Switchback Ridge, Tricam Row, Bivouac Mews, Ascender Avenue and Crux Road on Plan 4M-1719 as being exempt from Part Lot Control.

25.

Confirmation By-law

26.

Inquiries

27.

Adjournment