Southeast Ottawa Recreation Complex
A new community space is coming to southeast Ottawa!
The City of Ottawa is planning a brand-new recreation complex and district park in Ward 22 Riverside South – Findlay Creek, serving the southeast area of Ottawa. This exciting project will bring a wide range of indoor and outdoor amenities designed to support healthy, active living for residents of all ages. The new complex and park will serve as a vibrant hub for recreation, fitness and community connection.
The complex will be located at 1863 Earl Armstrong Road.
What’s Coming
The proposed facility will be over 15,219m2. The district park is planned to be developed in phases. The preliminary program for the Phase 1 development includes the following amenities:
Indoor Amenities
- A 6-lane, 25m lap pool and a therapeutic/leisure pool
- Two NHL-size ice rinks
- Gymnasium
- Fitness studio and cardio/weights area
- Multi-purpose and meeting rooms
- Indoor walking track
- Change rooms and public washrooms
- Customer service desk and lobby
- Concession area
Outdoor Features
- Playground with play structures
- Splash pad
- Outdoor fitness equipment
- Shade shelter and seating areas
- Combination football / soccer field
- Pickleball courts
- Tennis courts
- Beach volleyball courts
- Basketball court
- Approximately 500 parking spaces, including electric vehicle charging stations
- Bicycle parking (including covered bike racks)
- Walkways, landscaping, and tree planting
The preliminary program for the future development of the remainder of the district park includes the following amenities:
- Combination cricket pitch / Ultimate fields
- Softball diamonds
- Soccer fields
Why It Matters
This facility will be a major hub for recreation and fitness in southeast Ottawa.
Public Engagement
We want to hear from you!
There will be multiple opportunities for residents to share their thoughts and ideas, including:
- Public meetings and open houses
- Online surveys
- Concept plans posted on this page for feedback
Your input will play an important role in shaping the final design and ensuring the new facility reflects the needs and priorities of the community.
Public Information Session - Open House
Monday, June 15, 2026
St. Jerome School - Gymnasium
4330 Spratt Road, Ottawa
7pm to 9 pm
Timeline
- Phase 1 – Engagement
- March 10, 2026 – April 14, 2026
Stay Informed
We will continue to update this page with project announcements, concept drawings, and details regarding future engagement opportunities. You can also subscribe to receive project updates or contact the project team directly with any questions.
Riverside South Community Centre & Library /Southeast Ottawa Recreation Complex
Thank you for your interest and feedback regarding the Riverside South Community Centre & Library /Southeast Ottawa Recreation Complex.
The public survey received over 400 responses between March 14, 2026, and April 14, 2026.
A “What we Learned” report will be available on Engage Ottawa and will summarize all feedback received through the public survey and public information session.
If you have any questions or further comments, please contact the project team at rcfs-publicengagement@ottawa.ca
