Rural Summit 2024

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Background

In 2005, the City of Ottawa hosted a Rural Summit to address the results of the City’s Citizen Satisfaction Survey. This summit helped advance several successful initiatives in rural Ottawa. In 2008, another Rural Summit occurred, and this resulted in improved opportunities for rural residents. A Rural Summit has not occurred in over a decade due to the pandemic, a municipal election, and other priority projects. Recently, a new Official Plan was adopted, a Zoning By-law is being prepared, and the Rural Economic Strategy is being updated. In addition, the newly adopted City Strategic Plan supports stimulating growth in economic districts. These plans and regulations clearly impact rural Ottawa, and therefore it is an opportune time to consult with rural residents.

At the City Council Meeting on December 14, 2022, Councillor Kelly brought forward a motion regarding the City of Ottawa hosting a Rural Summit. This motion noted that staff should be working to host the summit during the current term of council.

The objective of Rural Summit 2024 is to recommend improvements to the provision of the City of Ottawa services to residents and communities of rural Ottawa.

The rural communities in the city of Ottawa include Ward 1 Orléans East-Cumberland, Ward 5 West Carleton-March, Ward 19 Orléans South-Navan, Ward 20 Osgoode, and Ward 21 Rideau-Jock.



Project Overview

The Rural Summit will address issues that are of specific interest to rural residents, rural businesses, and other stakeholders. Broadly, these issues include current services offered in rural Ottawa, future plans and policies impacting rural areas, and opportunities to build better rural communities. Public consultation and the Resident Working Group will work to identify the specific issues and concerns that will become the focus of the Rural Summit.

Resident Working Group

The Resident Working Group (RWG) was formed in January 2024 with the specific goal of organizing and coordinating the Rural Summit 2024 for the City of Ottawa. The RWG consist of of two members from each rural ward, appointed by the ward councillor. The Resident Working Group is committed to realizing the vision of the Rural Summit 2024 , which is to create an inclusive, engaging, and informative event that addresses the needs and aspirations of our rural communities. These efforts are driven by the principles of equity and inclusion, aiming to ensure that all rural residents have access to the benefits and opportunities the Rural Summit provides.

Next Steps

The result of this work will be analyzed and summarized, which will be followed by a staff report to be tabled at the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee. The report will address the themes arising from the Rural Summit and offer recommendations on how to better support our rural residents.

Additional Information

If you have any questions about this project, please contact ruralsummit@ottawa.ca

As questions are collected, please review the FAQ tab for further information.

Background

In 2005, the City of Ottawa hosted a Rural Summit to address the results of the City’s Citizen Satisfaction Survey. This summit helped advance several successful initiatives in rural Ottawa. In 2008, another Rural Summit occurred, and this resulted in improved opportunities for rural residents. A Rural Summit has not occurred in over a decade due to the pandemic, a municipal election, and other priority projects. Recently, a new Official Plan was adopted, a Zoning By-law is being prepared, and the Rural Economic Strategy is being updated. In addition, the newly adopted City Strategic Plan supports stimulating growth in economic districts. These plans and regulations clearly impact rural Ottawa, and therefore it is an opportune time to consult with rural residents.

At the City Council Meeting on December 14, 2022, Councillor Kelly brought forward a motion regarding the City of Ottawa hosting a Rural Summit. This motion noted that staff should be working to host the summit during the current term of council.

The objective of Rural Summit 2024 is to recommend improvements to the provision of the City of Ottawa services to residents and communities of rural Ottawa.

The rural communities in the city of Ottawa include Ward 1 Orléans East-Cumberland, Ward 5 West Carleton-March, Ward 19 Orléans South-Navan, Ward 20 Osgoode, and Ward 21 Rideau-Jock.



Project Overview

The Rural Summit will address issues that are of specific interest to rural residents, rural businesses, and other stakeholders. Broadly, these issues include current services offered in rural Ottawa, future plans and policies impacting rural areas, and opportunities to build better rural communities. Public consultation and the Resident Working Group will work to identify the specific issues and concerns that will become the focus of the Rural Summit.

Resident Working Group

The Resident Working Group (RWG) was formed in January 2024 with the specific goal of organizing and coordinating the Rural Summit 2024 for the City of Ottawa. The RWG consist of of two members from each rural ward, appointed by the ward councillor. The Resident Working Group is committed to realizing the vision of the Rural Summit 2024 , which is to create an inclusive, engaging, and informative event that addresses the needs and aspirations of our rural communities. These efforts are driven by the principles of equity and inclusion, aiming to ensure that all rural residents have access to the benefits and opportunities the Rural Summit provides.

Next Steps

The result of this work will be analyzed and summarized, which will be followed by a staff report to be tabled at the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee. The report will address the themes arising from the Rural Summit and offer recommendations on how to better support our rural residents.

Additional Information

If you have any questions about this project, please contact ruralsummit@ottawa.ca

As questions are collected, please review the FAQ tab for further information.

  • Announcement: Ottawa Rural Summit 2024

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    We are excited to announce that the Ottawa Rural Summit 2024 will be held on Saturday, November 2nd, at Sir Robert Borden High School (131 Greenbank Rd, Nepean, ON K2H 8R1). This year’s event builds upon the feedback we received from rural residents through our engagement activities, including ward workshops and the rural survey. We have heard your concerns, and now is your chance to collaborate with us on potential solutions, action items, and next steps that will improve the quality of life for rural communities across Ottawa.

    Why You Should Attend

    This is your opportunity to move from discussion to action. The summit is designed to provide a platform for residents to work directly with Councillors and the Mayor to develop innovative ideas to address key issues affecting rural life. Whether you attended a workshop, completed the survey, or are joining the conversation for the first time, this summit will focus on transforming your input into tangible solutions.

    Event Highlights

    Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024

    Location: Sir Robert Borden High School, Ottawa

    Time: 9:00 AM – 1:15 PM

    Agenda:

    9:00 AM: Doors open for mingling and refreshments

    10:00 AM – 10:45 AM: Introduction remarks, including presentations from the Mayor and Councillors on feedback they've received so far regarding various city services such as governance, transportation, infrastructure, agriculture, and community services.

    11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Breakout sessions on key topics including:

    • Transportation, Transit, and Infrastructure
    • Environment and Agriculture
    • Community and Social Services
    • Planning and Economic Development
    • Governance

    12:00 PM – 12:45 PM: Catered lunch and further engagement with Councillors. It is important to register to ensure we have the right amount of food available for everyone.

    12:45 PM – 1:00 PM: Closing remarks outlining next steps and timelines for final reports, followed by a celebration of rural communities with light entertainment.

    The Rural Summit is a unique opportunity to learn more from and engage directly with city leadership. Your ideas will influence decisions that shape rural governance, services, and infrastructure to better serve rural areas. Your voice matters, and together we can create positive change.

    Register now for this amazing event here and secure your spot at the Ottawa Rural Summit 2024, and to ensure you are included in the catered lunch count.

    We look forward to seeing you there!

  • Ward Workshops "As We Heard It" Reports

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    Thank you to everyone who participated in the ward workshops for the Rural Summit 2024! The Rural Summit Team has compiled the large amount of insightful feedback received at each workshop into ward specific ‘As We Heard It’ reports. Please view the reports by following the links below:

    The public consultation on the Rural Summit 2024 will continue over the summer with pop-up engagements taking place at various community events throughout rural Ottawa. Residents are encouraged to complete the Rural Summit survey which will remain open until August 30. The feedback received from the survey and the workshops will lead the discussions at the Rural Summit taking place in Fall 2024.

    The results of this work will be analyzed and summarized, which will be followed by a staff report to be tabled at the Agricultural and Rural Affairs Committee. The report will address the themes arising from the Rural Summit and offer recommendations and actions on how the City can better support rural residents.

    For further information, please contact the Rural Summit Team by emailing ruralsummit@ottawa.ca.

  • Public Engagement

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    We're pleased to inform you about the launch of the Rural Summit 2024 survey, an initiative designed to gather insights from rural communities. The Rural Summit 2024 aims to address the unique challenges and opportunities encountered in our rural areas. To ensure that our discussions and workshops are tailored to your specific needs, please be sure to share your valuable feedback!

    Your participation is crucial as it will help shape the content and focus of ward-specific workshops scheduled for this spring. These workshops will provide an opportunity for in-depth discussions with elected officials and City staff on local issues and brainstorming solutions.

    The outcomes of these workshops will be integral in shaping the agenda for the Rural Summit 2024, slated for November. Your input will directly contribute to the development of strategies aimed at enhancing the well-being and prosperity of our rural communities.

    Your opinion matters, and we value your insights. Please take a few moments to complete the survey using the link provided below:

    https://engage.ottawa.ca/embeds/projects/37643/survey-tools/45541.

    In addition to the survey, Rural Workshops will take place in each of the rural wards in the hopes of to gain as much feedback as possible. These workshops will be in-person, are open to all residents of the respective ward, and we encourage all to attend.

    Below are the dates and times for all of the upcoming rural workshops.

    Ward 19 workshop - April 10th at the Navan Arena at 7 pm. https://www.catherinekitts.com/event-details-registration/rural-summit-2024-ward-19-workshop-sommet-rural-2024-atelier-du-quartier-19

    Ward 19 French workshop, bilingual with French as the main language - April 19th at the Sarsfield community Centre at 7 pm.

    Ward 20 workshop - April 24th at the Greely Community Centre at 7 pm.

    Ward 21 workshop - April 29th at Alfred Taylor Center, beginning with a drop-in session from 1 to 4 pm, followed by the workshop starting at 6:30 pm.

    Ward 1 workshop - May 27th at the R.J. Kennedy Community Arena at 7 pm.

    Ward 5 workshop - June 1st at the West Carleton Community Complex (5670 Carp Road). The morning session starts at 9 am and the afternoon session starts at 1:30 pm. Registration is required at clarkekelly.ca or 613-580-2475. For more information on the Ward 5 workshop please visit https://ruralsummit2024ward5.info/

    Thank you to all those who participated in the Ward Workshops! An 'As We Heard It' report is being crafted for each of the workshops to outline all of the invaluable feedback captured. These reports will be prepared and posted in chronological order.

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