OC Transpo – LRT Stage 1 & 2

Overall Preparatory activities (borehole drilling, top soil stripping, site office mobilization, pre-construction surveys, tree clearing, etc.) are currently underway on each O-Train extension. O-Train Confederation Line West Extension • Tree clearing underway at demolition properties and is expected to begin in October at several priority areas including Iris Station to Baseline Station, Moodie Light Maintenance…

Ottawa — A proposed plan to provide online services for Para Transpo users will mean better service for customers starting at the end of 2019. Councillor Allan Hubley, Chair of the City’s Transit Commission, and Jean Cloutier, Vice-Chair, today announced the proposed service improvements at City Hall. The Councillors outlined a two-stage project to make…

WHERE TO? HOW MUCH? IS THERE CELL SERVICE? CAN I BRING MY DOG? Welcome Aboard! Questions? Read about opening day, Saturday September 14th, and the activities including musical entertainment at each station. Retailers roll out the red carpet for LRT riders Robyn Miller · CBC News · Posted: Sep 12, 2019 4:00 AM ET  Read the article

Councillor Kavanagh will be giving away 10 commemorative LRT passes during her Ward Council Meeting on Wednesday September 11. If more than 10 residents are interested, there will be a draw. For details about the meeting, click here. The unlimited use passes are valid from 2PM September 14th & and all day on the 15th…

Tree and Vegetation Removal West of Moodie Station to Baseline and Tunney’s Pasture Station FALL 2019 This notice is to advise that, as part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, crews and equipment will begin area clearing as part of site preparation work for guideway and station construction. This includes site…

Ottawa – OC Transpo’s fall bus schedules start Sunday, September 1. Schedule adjustments will reflect higher seasonal ridership levels as customers return to work and school. Minor changes are also being made to downtown Routes 11 and 19 on September 1, in preparation for the opening of O-Train Line 1 on September 14. Customers should…

Sunday September 1st – Regular seasonal changes – Back to School. For details click here. Saturday September 14th – Opening Day.  Ceremony starts at 10 am .  Open to all riders at 2PM.  Regular fares apply. Tuesday October 1st – Fares rise. An adult monthly pass will go from $116.50 to $119.50. A single cash fare will…

Ottawa – OC Transpo will welcome customers aboard O-Train Line 1, the Confederation Line, starting at 2 pm on Saturday, September 14. Thirteen beautiful new stations will open to the public, connecting to major destinations across the city. Trains run frequently and provide a safe and reliable service between Tunney’s Pasture Station in the west…

Ottawa – OC Transpo’s fall bus schedules start Sunday, September 1. Schedule adjustments will reflect higher seasonal ridership levels as customers return to work and school. Minor changes are also being made to downtown Routes 11 and 19 on September 1, in preparation for the opening of O-Train Line 1 on September 14. Customers should…

Update as of August 16 – As per the GM, Transportation Services Dept, RTG has made significant progress during the Trial Running period, running various scenarios of regularly scheduled service and testing system readiness for passenger service by exercising the Confederation Line system at full functionality. This is a complex and rigorous process where high…

August 5, 2019 to August 18, 2019 Overall: Preparatory activities (borehole drilling, top soil stripping, site office mobilization, pre-construction surveys, etc.) are currently underway on each O-Train extension to facilitate the commencement of Stage 2 construction activities in 2019. O-Train Confederation Line West Extension Borehole drilling is currently underway in the following locations:o Iris Stationo…

Stage 1 Confederation Line Project Update StationsOver the course of Q2 2019, significant progress has been made towards the completion of all Confederation Line stations. As noted previously, Building Occupancy Permits with minor conditions have been issued for all stations by Building Codes Services (BCS). Rideau Transit Group (RTG) will arrange for a BCS inspection…

The Substantive Completion Notice, received by the City on July 22, 2019, signifies that RTG is of the opinion that the project has advanced to the point where construction and testing is effectively complete. This applies to all fixed components (stations, rail, etc.) and vehicles, and means that there is no restriction on the City’s…

Please be advised that EWC has a noise exemption for geotechnical investigations (borehole drilling) along Richmond Rd between the Sir John A Macdonald Parkway and New Orchard as well as in the proximity of Bayshore Shopping Centre Exemptions are for 30 days beginning July 25, 2019. In order to minimize impacts on pedestrians and traffic…

Overall: Preparatory activities (borehole drilling, silt fence installation, site office mobilization, pre-construction surveys, etc.) are currently underway on each O-Train extension to facilitate the commencement of Stage 2 construction activities in 2019. O-Train Confederation Line West Extension (Click here for updates on the East and South extensions) Borehole drilling currently underway in the following locations:…

The Route 11 will return to Bayshore with the new bus schedule to be implemented 3 weeks after the start up of LRT. That change in service should be starting some time during the month of October. CLICK HERE TO VIEW NEW READY FOR RAIL OC TRANSPO SERVICE MAP READ PROJECT UPDATE

Ottawa – There will be a planned service adjustment on O-Train Line 2, the Trillium Line, required so that the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) can carry out preparatory work for the future replacement of the Highway 417 overpass over O-Train Line 2. While the MTO completes preparatory works, OC Transpo will also perform annual…

VIEW COMPLETE PRESENTATION TO COUNCIL 1. Substantial Completion RTG is submitting their Substantial Completion notice within the next 10 days Contingent on the timing of receipt of Substantial Completion notice, the City expects to provide an opinion that RTG has achieved Substantial Completion; and, It is expected that the Independent Certifier will issue a Substantial…

Overall:  Preparatory activities (borehole drilling, silt fence installation, site office mobilization, pre-construction surveys, etc.) are currently underway on each O-Train extension to facilitate the commencement of Stage 2 construction activities in 2019. O-Train Trillium Line South Extension  Uplands Structures Yard set up o Spreading of gravel, temporary road construction, and fence installation has…

OC Transpo is the best travel option for residents and visitors heading to Bluesfest this year, with frequent, direct service to LeBreton Flats from July 4 to 14. A ticket to Bluesfest is also your ticket to ride OC Transpo at no charge. Bluesfest customers can ride the bus three hours before the start and…

This notice is to advise that, as part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit project, crews and equipment will be working in multiple locations along the east, south and west areas of Ottawa, supporting design and construction of extensions to the O-Train transit network. Some properties closest to construction areas will also receive…

Working with East-West Connectors (EWC), the city has finalized the following public notice for stakeholders outlining all currently planned West Extension activities through to December 2019. This notice will be delivered (via Canada Post) to all businesses and residential properties within 500m of the planned rail alignment from Tunney’s Pasture to Moodie and Baseline. Some…

Memo from the General Manager, Transportation Services Department – June 26th, 2019 The purpose of this memo is to respond to questions raised at the June 12, 2019, Council meeting regarding OC Transpo ridership levels in recent years The following table shows annual ridership since 2008. Following its highest level in 2011, annual ridership declined…

OC Transpo Customer Service Centres are doing on-going hiring for several jobs in light of the launch of the O-Train Line 1. Please see below for the external job postings and a short description of the job. O-Train Ambassador (Temporary employment prior to the launch of O-Train Line 1 and for several weeks after launch)…

LRT Update On June 18 RTG advised the City of Ottawa that it anticipates achieving Revenue Service Availability by the 2nd or 3rd week in August.  Should RTG achieve this date, the City anticipates that transit customers should begin boarding Confederation Line trains in September.  More information on the planned launch of the Confederation Line…

OC Transpo’s summer service starts Sunday, June 23. Schedule adjustments and seasonal reductions will reflect the lower demand for service as the school year ends and customers take vacations. Service improvements are also being made in Orléans and Barrhaven. Customers should visit octranspo.com and use the travel planner to see if their regular trips are…

On July 1, ride at no charge on all OC Transpo routes and Para Transpo. Transit is the best option for travelling to Canada Day festivities downtown and across the city. A special holiday schedule will be in effect with extra service added throughout the day and late at night on many routes. O-Train Line…

Fares had previously been scheduled to increase July 1. The increase in transit fares will happen after the O-Train Confederation Line light-rail service is operating.

Procurement Update On March 6, 2019 Council approved the Contract Award of Ottawa’s Stage 2 Light Rail Transit Projects and Related Matters Report, recommending East-West Connecters (EWC) to design, build and finance the Stage 2 Confederation Line Extensions and TransitNEXT to design, build, finance and maintain the Stage 2 Trillium Line Extension. TransitNEXT will also…

Stage 1 Light Rail Transit (LRT) Project Update Stations Over the course of Q1 2019, significant progress has been made towards the completion of all Confederation Line stations. Final station finishes, installations and site clean-up, and minor correction work is ongoing throughout the alignment. Building Occupancy Permits with minor conditions have been issued for all…

The city recently received feedback from a tenant of 2611 Queensview Drive (WSP), asking that they consider relocating the bus stop located at 2395 Queensview Drive, after safety and accessibility concerns were raised by the employees over the past winter. In light of this feedback, the city is proposing relocating the bus stop approximately 50…

As you are probably aware there is some media coverage regarding the Long Stop date relating to Confederation Line project.  Below is some information and clarification. Today, May 24, 2019, marks the long stop date for the LRT project, which is 12 months after the contract Revenue Service Availability date. The longstop date is a…

This notice is to advise that, as part of Early Works for the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit project, geotechnical investigations will be taking place in the Pinecrest Creek pathway area to collect soil, water and bedrock data that will inform design and construction of the Confederation Line extension. WHAT: Drilling boreholes up to…

The Finance and Economic Development Committee was given a status update on the O-Train Confederation Line project today. Progress is being made with fleet availability and testing of trains along the alignment. Building occupancy permits have been received for all 13 stations and final cleanup of stations is underway. Rideau Transit Group has submitted a…

The East-West Connectors (EWC) will be drilling boreholes at various locations along the planned alignment, permitting EWC to collect soil and water samples to further inform their design and construction decisions. This work would begin in the area of the Moodie Drive & Highway 417 interchange as early as Friday May 24 to June 24.…

Update on investigative early works as part of the Stage 2 Confederation Line West Extension This notice is to advise that, as part of Early Works for the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit project, geotechnical investigations will be taking place in the Holly Acres Road underpass of Highway 417 to collect soil, water and…

In the news this week we heard about the limited parking options at the Moodie campus of DND.  It was reported that the bus service is currently inadequate. I checked OC Transpo senior staff and they stated that they have plans in place to improve the service to the new DND location as O-Train Line…

Mayor Jim Watson and Councillor Allan Hubley, Chair of the Transit Commission, recognized the achievements of OC Transpo employees at a safety-focused ceremony as part of its Safe Driving and Transecure programs, two longstanding annual award programs. The Safe Driving Awards program recognizes transit operators who have an exemplary collision-free driving record. The 2019 ceremony…

The Spring 2019 transit service changes will start on Sunday, April 21. These changes are part of OC Transpo’s regular schedule adjustments, which take place four times a year – April, June, September and December. Transit Commission and City Council members are provided with a summary of the service changes in advance of each new…

for Customers with Support Person / CNIB / Attorney-General of Ontario Cards For details see OC Transpo document: New Smartcard required Need more info? See www.octranspo.com/accessibility

News from Transit Commission March 20th 2019 Meeting  OC Transpo completed the Multimodal Customer Journey project to help put the interests of customers at the heart of all decision-making. The results of the project highlighted what customers need to know so that they are informed, prepared, and excited about their new journey on the system.…

On Friday March 22nd, Councillor Kavanagh attended the important announcement by the Ontario Government. They will provide the City of Ottawa with a maximum of $1.208 billion to build the Ottawa Stage 2 Light Rail Transit (LRT) project. The Ottawa Stage 2 LRT project will be capable of reaching a future capacity of up to…

To manage challenges caused by inclement weather and to mitigate these impacts, OC Transpo has a range of operational plans and procedures, some of which include: Increasing maintenance staffing levels prior to and throughout weather events; Inspecting all mobile support vehicles and related equipment (such as generators); Plugging-in buses that are stored outdoors and starting…

Click on this link to view a presentation on OC Transpo, topics included: By the Numbers By the Numbers Transit Operations Typical Weekday Service Transit Operations Control Centre Monitoring Service in Real Time Service Command Centre Bus and Para Transpo Operations Transit Fleet & Facilities Maintenance Rail Operations Special Constables Unit Community Outreach Transit Customer…

Who should residents contact if they have questions or concerns regarding OC Transpo service? For general service inquiries such as trip planning, lost and found, and schedules, please contact OC Transpo’s Transit Information line at 613-741-4390 or 613-741-5280 for persons with hearing loss or speech or language impairments. For those with visual impairments, please dial…

Who should residents contact if they have questions or concerns regarding OC Transpo service? For general service inquiries such as trip planning, lost and found, and schedules, please contact OC Transpo’s Transit Information line at 613-741-4390 or 613-741-5280 for persons with hearing loss or speech or language impairments. For those with visual impairments, please dial…

FAQs – OC Transpo FAQs – Para Transpo Are Presto cards interchangeable between the Greater Toronto, Hamilton and Ottawa? Yes, the same Presto card can be used on any of the 10 participating transit agencies in Ontario as well as the Société de transport de l’Outaouais (STO). Are there fare discounts? Who qualifies? Paying per…

Message from Pat Scrimgeour – Director, Transit Customer Systems and Planning OC Transpo has recently received feedback from customers and Councillors regarding issues with the real-time arrival times provided by the OC Transpo iPhone app and other independent apps. Customers have noticed that, at times, some apps were not showing GPS-adjusted arrival times for their…

OC Transpo will operate a revised weekday schedule during March Break (March 11 to 15) when schools are closed and many residents are on holidays.  Minor reductions will be made on some routes and bus departure times may be adjusted slightly compared to the usual weekday schedule. School routes numbered in the 600’s and special…

City Council today considered the recommended preferred proponents for Stage 2 of Ottawa’s light-rail transit system, a transformative project that will expand the O-Train by 44 kilometres and add 24 new stations . Council, sitting as Committee of the Whole, asked questions of staff and heard from 18 members of the public. The report on…

Reports related to the Contract Award of Ottawa’s Stage 2 LRT are now available on-line. The following reports can be viewed: View Report Presentation Other Supporting Documentation There are 9 documents listed here, including: Station Descriptions Construction Methodology – this document provides information on the relative timing of the work, but no exact dates. FAQs:…

City of Ottawa officials held a technical briefing today to outline the results on the Stage 2 LRT procurement. The technical briefing was accompanied by a report that outlines the results of the Request for Proposal (RFP) process for Council approval. The report will go to Committee of the Whole for consideration on February 27…

Transit Commission approves OC Transpo’s 2019 Draft Budget The Transit Commission approved the 2019 Draft Budget for OC Transpo. The draft budget includes investments in bus service enhancements and new additions to the bus fleet. The 2019 draft budget will be considered at City Council on Wednesday, March 6. Enhancing transit service Highlights of the draft…

Very happy to see the OC Transpo Route 11 will be returning on its route to Bayshore! The proposal is every 30 minutes, 7 days a week. This will be welcomed by residents. The date of when this new change will occur is still unknown. Thank you to all who spoke out and signed the petition.

OC Transpo’s Ready for Travel Planner is now available in a test version for customers to start planning their transit journeys now, to be ready for the opening of O-Train Line 1, the Confederation Line, later in the year. If customers  have feedback on the test Ready for Rail Travel Planner, they can fill in…

Please find attached the O-Train Confederation Line Quarterly Memo to Council for Q4 – 2018.