Lansdowne 2.0

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Investing in a City-owned landmark

Lansdowne is one of Ottawa’s most iconic gathering places. It’s a space where people can cheer on local teams, attend concerts and festivals, enjoy the farmers’ market, meet friends for dinner, or simply spend time outdoors. As the City owns the land and all buildings at Lansdowne, it is the City's responsibility to maintain these facilities.

Some of the site’s important public facilities, including the stadium’s north side stands and the event centre, are nearing the end of their useful life and no longer meet today’s standards, particularly in the area of accessibility. The nearly 60-year-old event centre and north side stands require extensive and costly maintenance to remain operational, with costs only increasing as more time passes.

Lansdowne 2.0 is a strategic plan to modernize these aging facilities, improve public spaces, add more homes and businesses, and ensure Lansdowne continues to serve as a year-round destination. The plan protects and enhances an asset that belongs to the people of Ottawa, leveraging the City’s investment with significant revenues that will pay the majority of the cost. This initiative is focused on maintaining public infrastructure and creating an improved space for residents, visitors, and future generations.

What’s included in Lansdowne 2.0?

Lansdowne 2.0 is the City’s innovative plan to update the site so it can continue to serve residents and visitors for decades to come. The proposal aims to enhance the experience for everyone who visits or lives on-site and generate revenues to offset most of the cost of construction.

The revitalized Lansdowne will include:

A new and improved event centre: This will replace the aging TD Place Arena (formerly the Civic Centre) and create a more attractive venue for concerts, community events, and professional sports. Core priorities for the new centre include full accessibility and gender-inclusive facilities. The event centre will feature a striking exterior and improved energy efficiency. It is also being designed to specifically address the needs of professional women’s sports, including the Ottawa Charge, with customized dressing rooms and training spaces.

The event centre will accommodate up to 7,000 people for concerts and 6,600 for hockey. This total capacity includes 5,850 seats combined with popular modern viewing areas where fans can gather together to watch while standing. Based on consultation with event organizers, tourism officials, and others, this size is strategically planned for the Ottawa market, positioning the facility between the more intimate National Arts Centre and larger venues like the Canadian Tire Centre and a potential new downtown arena.

Modern north side stadium stands at TD Place: These will offer upgraded seating, wider concourses, additional washrooms, and significantly improved accessibility for fans and visitors. Like the south side stands, the new stands will no longer have a roof, though the City is exploring options to provide some weather protection.

New housing: The project will introduce hundreds of new residential units to Lansdowne, contributing to Ottawa's housing needs. The City will earn revenue from the sale of air rights (the rights to build above the land) for these towers, which will help fund Lansdowne 2.0 and affordable housing in Ottawa.

Revitalized Public Spaces: Lansdowne 2.0 will feature reinvigorated public areas and green spaces including the return of the Great Lawn for festivals and concerts, and the reintroduction of a berm for play, relaxation, concert viewing, and tobogganing. These spaces are intended for year-round community activities, events, and recreation. New pathways, seating areas, and outdoor venues will enhance the visitor and resident experience.

Public Art Program: $2 million of the total project budget will be dedicated to creating dynamic public art installations, celebrating Ottawa's diverse culture.

These upgrades are designed to replace aging infrastructure, improve accessibility and sustainability, and support tourism, small businesses and local jobs, making Lansdowne a more inclusive and vibrant year-round destination.

The proposed construction plan is also being created in close collaboration with local businesses and residents. All major events, such as outdoor markets and CFL, NSL, CPL, PWHL, OHL and CEBL games, would continue during construction under the proposed plan.

Investing in a City-owned landmark

Lansdowne is one of Ottawa’s most iconic gathering places. It’s a space where people can cheer on local teams, attend concerts and festivals, enjoy the farmers’ market, meet friends for dinner, or simply spend time outdoors. As the City owns the land and all buildings at Lansdowne, it is the City's responsibility to maintain these facilities.

Some of the site’s important public facilities, including the stadium’s north side stands and the event centre, are nearing the end of their useful life and no longer meet today’s standards, particularly in the area of accessibility. The nearly 60-year-old event centre and north side stands require extensive and costly maintenance to remain operational, with costs only increasing as more time passes.

Lansdowne 2.0 is a strategic plan to modernize these aging facilities, improve public spaces, add more homes and businesses, and ensure Lansdowne continues to serve as a year-round destination. The plan protects and enhances an asset that belongs to the people of Ottawa, leveraging the City’s investment with significant revenues that will pay the majority of the cost. This initiative is focused on maintaining public infrastructure and creating an improved space for residents, visitors, and future generations.

What’s included in Lansdowne 2.0?

Lansdowne 2.0 is the City’s innovative plan to update the site so it can continue to serve residents and visitors for decades to come. The proposal aims to enhance the experience for everyone who visits or lives on-site and generate revenues to offset most of the cost of construction.

The revitalized Lansdowne will include:

A new and improved event centre: This will replace the aging TD Place Arena (formerly the Civic Centre) and create a more attractive venue for concerts, community events, and professional sports. Core priorities for the new centre include full accessibility and gender-inclusive facilities. The event centre will feature a striking exterior and improved energy efficiency. It is also being designed to specifically address the needs of professional women’s sports, including the Ottawa Charge, with customized dressing rooms and training spaces.

The event centre will accommodate up to 7,000 people for concerts and 6,600 for hockey. This total capacity includes 5,850 seats combined with popular modern viewing areas where fans can gather together to watch while standing. Based on consultation with event organizers, tourism officials, and others, this size is strategically planned for the Ottawa market, positioning the facility between the more intimate National Arts Centre and larger venues like the Canadian Tire Centre and a potential new downtown arena.

Modern north side stadium stands at TD Place: These will offer upgraded seating, wider concourses, additional washrooms, and significantly improved accessibility for fans and visitors. Like the south side stands, the new stands will no longer have a roof, though the City is exploring options to provide some weather protection.

New housing: The project will introduce hundreds of new residential units to Lansdowne, contributing to Ottawa's housing needs. The City will earn revenue from the sale of air rights (the rights to build above the land) for these towers, which will help fund Lansdowne 2.0 and affordable housing in Ottawa.

Revitalized Public Spaces: Lansdowne 2.0 will feature reinvigorated public areas and green spaces including the return of the Great Lawn for festivals and concerts, and the reintroduction of a berm for play, relaxation, concert viewing, and tobogganing. These spaces are intended for year-round community activities, events, and recreation. New pathways, seating areas, and outdoor venues will enhance the visitor and resident experience.

Public Art Program: $2 million of the total project budget will be dedicated to creating dynamic public art installations, celebrating Ottawa's diverse culture.

These upgrades are designed to replace aging infrastructure, improve accessibility and sustainability, and support tourism, small businesses and local jobs, making Lansdowne a more inclusive and vibrant year-round destination.

The proposed construction plan is also being created in close collaboration with local businesses and residents. All major events, such as outdoor markets and CFL, NSL, CPL, PWHL, OHL and CEBL games, would continue during construction under the proposed plan.

  • Construction notices

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    Phase 1 (Event Centre)

    The Lansdowne 2.0 project will revitalize and modernize publicly owned assets at Lansdowne, ensuring it remains a vibrant and sustainable destination for residents and visitors for decades to come. The redevelopment plan includes a new Event Centre, new North Side Stands, public realm enhancements, replacement retail, and a private development of two residential towers.

    Preparatory works for the new Event Centre will be commencing in early December. Included below is a detailed overview of the first phase of construction.

    To stay up to date on the project, visit the Lansdowne 2.0 project website and sign up for the project newsletter at ottawa.ca/LansdowneRenewal.

    What: To prepare for the construction of the new Event Centre, preliminary works will include installation of fencing, mobilization of site trailers and equipment within the construction area, topsoil removal, implementation of a hauling road behind the South Side Stands, and modifications to TD Place to maintain operations during the redevelopment.

    Why: Preliminary works will support the construction of the new Event Centre, east of the east endzone, within the Great Lawn.

    When: Preparatory activities for Event Centre construction will begin in early December. Further information on project timelines can be found on the project website.

    Where: The limits of construction associated with this project are within the Great Lawn. As work begins, fencing and hoarding will safely separate construction zones from public areas to minimize disruption and ensure a safe environment for everyone.

    Who: The City of Ottawa has retained the contractor, EBC Inc., to complete the work.

    Accessibility

    Accessibility is an important consideration for the City of Ottawa. The City makes every effort to provide access through and around construction sites. If you require a disability-related accommodation, please contact the undersigned. Accessible formats and communication supports are available, upon request, at the following link: www.ottawa.ca/accessibleformat.

    Traffic impacts

    There are currently no planned detours or road closures. Access to the underground garage from Queen Elizabeth Drive, Exhibition Way, and residential access off Holmwood Avenue will remain open. All internal streets will remain open, including Marché Way, Exhibition Way, Princess Patricia Way and Paul Askin Way.

    A dedicated hauling road will be established behind the South Side Stands to reduce local traffic impacts within Lansdowne Park. Further information on hauling activities will be made available on the project website.

    Construction disruptions

    Lansdowne 2.0 will be built with the community in mind, keeping the site safe, active, vibrant and open for business throughout construction. This includes all commercial spaces and residences. Measures will be in place to keep construction activities separate from public spaces as much as possible.

    Every precaution will be made to minimize disruptions, and we would like to thank the public in advance for their patience and co-operation. For construction activity hours of work, the City of Ottawa follows provincial requirements and the City’s Noise By-law (2017-255).

    Safety

    The City of Ottawa is committed to safety in and around project sites. The project team continues to work closely with the industry and to comply with recommendations provided by municipal, provincial and federal health officials, as well as the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.

    Stay Informed

    The Lansdowne 2.0 project team is committed to keeping you informed throughout the project.

    Please visit ottawa.ca/LansdowneRenewal to stay informed of upcoming work and subscribe to the project newsletter.

    A drop-in public information session is being planned to allow residents to learn more about how Lansdowne 2.0 will be constructed, outline construction milestones and mitigation efforts. Once confirmed, further information on the drop-in session will be shared on the Lansdowne 2.0 Engage Ottawa project page and through the City’s various communications channels.

    In the event of an emergency outside normal working hours on weekdays and weekends, please call the City of Ottawa at 3-1-1. For further information about this project, please contact the project team’s dedicated inbox.

    Justin Kurosky

    Manager, Design & Construction-Facilities

    Lansdowne 2.0

    Email: LansdowneRenewal@ottawa.ca

    David Jones

    Program Manager, Communications and Engagement

    Lansdowne 2.0

    Email: LansdowneRenewal@ottawa.ca

  • Council approves Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment plan

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    Council approved the Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment and construction plan, that invests in a City-owned asset. It includes a new event centre, new north side stands, a new retail space and two residential towers.

    The approved plan carries an estimated net investment of $130.7 million by the City, that delivers on a City-owned asset valued at $418.8 million.

    The City is committed to keeping residents and businesses informed throughout the redevelopment of Lansdowne Park. Additional information and opportunities for the public to learn more about the project will be made available prior to the commencement of construction.

  • Lansdowne 2.0: Final Report and Next Steps

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    The Lansdowne 2.0 Redevelopment and Authorization to Proceed report is now available. This comprehensive document outlines the final recommendations for City Council’s consideration as part of the phased approval process for the Lansdowne 2.0 renewal project.

    Following on the April 2024 Council approval of a Design-Bid-Build project delivery model, City staff have completed the detailed facility design, received site plan approval for the new facilities, successfully tendered the construction design to pre-qualified general contractors, and successfully tendered the strata property rights (subterranean and air) for a mixed-use development opportunity.

    Construction Contract

    EBC Inc., a leading Canadian construction firm, submitted the best value bid of $312.8 million for the new Event Centre and North Side Stands.

    Air Rights Development

    Mirabella Development Corporation has been selected as the preferred proponent for the mixed-use development, with a winning bid of $65 million—up from the original $39 million estimate.

    Project Budget Update

    The total project budget is now $418.8 million, a reduction of $279,000 from the original estimate. Despite a slight increase in debt servicing costs, the City’s share has decreased from $5M to $4.3M due to improved revenue projections.

    Next Steps:

    City staff will present the final construction pricing and funding strategy to the Finance and Corporate Services Committee on October 29, with final Council consideration on November 7.

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