CityTalk Canada

The Ottawa Sessions - Street Level Thinking

May 13, 2024

Kevin McHale, Executive Director of Sparks Street Community Improvement Association, discusses revitalizing Ottawa's downtown core with bold urban planning initiatives, community engagement, and the importance of flexible spaces. The podcast explores Ottawa's unique essence, urban development challenges, and the role of Business Improvement Areas in creating a vibrant city atmosphere.

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Kevin McHale

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Quick takeaways

Collaboration with BIAs crucial for downtown revitalization in Ottawa.

Challenging negative stereotypes by showcasing Ottawa's vibrant reality.

Navigating complex governance structures for urban development in Ottawa.

Deep dives

Revitalizing Downtown Ottawa Through Collaborative Partnerships

Partnerships with civic and community leaders are essential in revitalizing downtown Ottawa. Initiatives like the Ottawa Jazz Festival and the Living Capital action plan involve collaboration with businesses, community organizations, and residents. The development efforts aim to revitalize the downtown core by engaging various stakeholders like the Board of Trade, tourism Ottawa, and Invest Ottawa.

Introduction

2min

Unveiling Ottawa's Unique Essence

8min

Transforming Urban Spaces Through Bold Initiatives

15min

Navigating Ottawa's Dual Identity

5min

Urban Development Challenges and Opportunities

10min

Exploring Ottawa's Diverse City Experience and the Role of BIAs

2min

Urging Bold Action for Downtown Ottawa's Revitalization

3min

Bringing The Ottawa Sessions to a close is another kind of big-picture' perspective, albeit from street level.

In developing 'A Living Capitol,' the downtown revitalization action plan CUI co-developed with many of Ottawa's civic and governmental leaders, some of the most informative views came courtesy of the directors of its Business Improvement Areas (BIAs).

You'll hear from two of them, as Mary Rowe chats with Kevin McHale, executive director of the Sparks Street Community Improvement Association, and Nathalie Carrier, executive director of the ZAC Quartier Vanier BIA.

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CityTalk Canada

The Ottawa Sessions - Street Level Thinking

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Revitalizing Downtown Ottawa Through Collaborative Partnerships

Challenging Ottawa's Reputation and Embracing Change

Navigating the Complexity of Ottawa's Governance and Decision-Making

Promoting Vibrant Public Spaces and Community Engagement

Empowering Business Improvement Areas (BIAs) for Urban Renewal

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