Closed
Waterloo Region, ON
Cambridge is rebuilding a 720-meter stretch of Queen Street West, including new water mains, storm sewers, and road resurfacing. The project received federal funding through the Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund and is scheduled for 2026. The...
Why This Matters: Live on or near Queen Street West in Cambridge? Your daily commute and water service will be affected during construction in 2026. This project also supports new housing development in the area by upgrading aging infrastructure.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Waterloo Region, ON
Cambridge wants to build new sidewalks on two streets to fill gaps in the walking network. Edward Street (between Jardine and Strathcona) and Preston Parkway (between Woods Lane and Fountain Street South) would get connected sidewalks. Construction...
Why This Matters: Walk along Edward Street or Preston Parkway? Right now there are gaps where sidewalks just end. This project would make it safer to walk, especially for kids heading to school or seniors with mobility aids. If you live on these streets, construction will affect your neighbourhood.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Surrey, BC
Surrey developed a strategy to grow its local music scene and economy. The city consulted musicians, venues, and residents to figure out how to support artists, create more performance spaces, and attract music tourism. The strategy is now complete...
Why This Matters: Are you a musician in Surrey trying to get gigs? This strategy aims to create more venues and opportunities for local artists. Even if you just love live music, this could mean more concerts and festivals in your neighbourhood. About 62% of Surrey residents already engage with music regularly.
Policy & Studies
Economy & Jobs
Housing & Communities
Closed
Saskatoon, SK
Macro Properties wants to turn a vacant downtown lot into a temporary surface parking lot at 147 3rd Avenue South. The site is zoned for downtown commercial use, but parking lots need special approval. If granted, this would be a stepping stone...
Why This Matters: Live or work downtown? This could add more parking spots nearby. But it also means a vacant lot stays a parking lot instead of becoming housing or shops. Downtown residents may have views on whether more surface parking helps or hurts the neighbourhood.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Ministry of Infrastructure (AB)
Alberta asked residents to help choose a new design for the wading pool area at the Legislature grounds in Edmonton. Nearly 4,000 people voted on three concepts. The "River" design won with 66% of votes, chosen for its natural materials, green...
Why This Matters: Visit the Legislature grounds with your family? This affects what you'll find there. The new wading pool area will have more trees for shade, natural materials, and accessible water features. Construction wrapped up in 2024.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Closed
Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta gathered feedback on draft flood maps and reports for the Red Deer River. The study helps governments and residents understand flood risks and protect properties. Two rounds of public input shaped the final flood hazard maps.
Why This Matters: Live near the Red Deer River? These flood maps determine where you can build and what insurance you'll need. They also guide emergency planning for your community.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Saskatoon, SK
Saskatoon is installing underground storm water storage tanks beneath Brevoort Park South to reduce flooding near Early Drive and Tucker Crescent. The area has flooded badly during major storms—photos from June 2022 show just how serious it gets...
Why This Matters: Live near Early Drive and Tucker Crescent? You've probably seen water pooling on streets during heavy rain—or worse, in basements. This project aims to stop that. The park will be closed until Fall 2026, so if your kids play there, you'll need to find alternatives for a while.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Ottawa, ON
Ottawa is asking residents to weigh in on the design for a new mini-park in the Trailsedge neighbourhood. The park will include playground equipment, a sandbox, benches, walking paths, and a shade structure. Two playground equipment options are...
Why This Matters: Live in Orléans-Sud-Navan or moving to the Trailsedge area? This park will be your neighbourhood green space. Parents with young kids will want to check out the playground options. The design is still flexible—your feedback could shape what gets built.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Closed
Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta asked condo owners, boards, and managers how to fix common problems with condo living. The focus? Disputes between owners and boards, chargebacks, how new buildings get handed over from developers, and what happens when a condo corporation...
Why This Matters: Own a condo in Alberta? You've probably dealt with board disputes, surprise fees, or confusing rules. This engagement shaped potential changes to how condo corporations operate and resolve conflicts. About 20% of Albertans live in condos, so these rules affect a lot of people.
Legislation
Housing & Communities
Justice & Rights
Closed
National Capital Commission (Federal)
The National Capital Commission is reviewing a proposal to transform the old Chapters bookstore at 47-57 Rideau Street into a live music and entertainment venue. The 4,800 m² space would hold up to 2,000 people for concerts, corporate events, and...
Why This Matters: Live in Ottawa or visit the ByWard Market? This could bring a major new concert venue to the heart of downtown. More foot traffic could help nearby shops and restaurants. But it also means more noise and crowds in a heritage neighbourhood.
Community Planning
Economy & Jobs
Housing & Communities
Closed
National Capital Commission (Federal)
The National Capital Commission wants to build a multi-level wooden deck stepping down to the Ottawa River, right beside the Rideau Canal locks and across from Parliament Hill. The deck would be about 15 by 11 meters and let people fish, gather, and...
Why This Matters: Love fishing or hanging out by the water in downtown Ottawa? This deck would give you a new spot right beside a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's one of the most visible locations in the capital—across from Parliament Hill. If you use the pathways near Major's Hill Park, construction will affect...
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Montreal Airport Authority (Federal)
Montreal's main airport is getting a major overhaul of how you get in and out. The old multi-level parking garage is being torn down and replaced with a new one connected directly to the REM light rail station. New drop-off zones and pedestrian...
Why This Matters: Fly out of Montreal? This affects your airport experience for the next six years. Construction starts November 2025, so expect disruptions. The upside: better connections to the REM train and smoother drop-offs once it's done.
Environmental Assessment
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Saskatoon, SK
Saskatoon is testing a new approach to managing natural areas like forests and wetlands. The city created management plans for two pilot sites: Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area and the Small Swale. These plans were approved by City Council...
Why This Matters: Use these trails for walking, cycling, or just getting outside? This affects how they're maintained and improved. Live near these natural areas? The plans shape what happens next door. Care about local wildlife and green spaces? This sets the template for how Saskatoon protects nature going forward.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Saskatoon, SK
A multi-sport training studio for kids and athletes wants to open at 119 105th Street East in Saskatoon's Sutherland Industrial area. The catch? It's zoned for heavy industry, so the city needs to decide if a commercial school fits there. Up to 30...
Why This Matters: Live or work in Sutherland Industrial? This could bring more traffic and parking demand to the area. Parents looking for sports training options for their kids might get a new local option.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Closed
Halifax, NS
Halifax wants input on making it safer and easier to walk, bike, and take transit between the MacDonald Bridge and Woodside Ferry Terminal. The plan focuses on Wyse Road, Windmill Road, and Alderney Drive in downtown Dartmouth. This is phase...
Why This Matters: Walk, bike, or bus through downtown Dartmouth? This plan could make your commute safer and faster. Parents with strollers, seniors, and cyclists would all benefit from better-connected routes. If you use the MacDonald Bridge or Woodside Ferry, this affects how you get there.
Community Planning
Housing & Communities
Transportation
Closed
Government of Alberta (AB)
Alberta built a dry reservoir on the Elbow River to protect Calgary from floods like the devastating 2013 event. When it's not holding floodwater, the land sits empty. The government asked Albertans and First Nations how these lands should be...
Why This Matters: Live downstream of the Elbow River? This reservoir could save your home from the next major flood. For First Nations, these lands offer a chance to exercise treaty rights and traditional uses. Outdoor enthusiasts may get new trails and recreation areas west of Calgary.
Community Planning
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Indigenous & Northern