Respect the heritage of Algonquin peoples
A meaningful connection to the history of the Algonquins through street naming, three major commemoration parks, public art and interpretative signage.
Commemorate the site’s military heritage
Honouring the contributions made by people who served in the military through street and park naming, public art and signage.
Reconnect the site with the city fabric
An integrated greenspace strategy that protects key natural features where the open space is part of a natural landscape.
Enhance the existing natural environment
An integrated greenspace strategy that protects key natural features where the open space is part of a natural landscape.
Prioritize pedestrians, cycling and transit
There will be a series of collector roads that will provide sidewalks, segregated cycling facilities, and efficient transit service.
Dynamic and attractive urban spaces
In addition to open spaces, the community will include a number of active public spaces such as squares and parkettes.
Mixed-use community with diverse housing
Residential, employment, schools and open areas, single-family homes, row housing, walk-ups, lane housing and apartments.
Community that encourages interaction
Encouraging movement and interaction at a human scale. Streets will be designed to promote active transportation.
Resilient and flexible to changing conditions
Flexibility to ensure that a change in context does not result in a change in the ability of the community to adapt.