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Ward 18 Alta Vista Councillor · Ottawa
5 candidates for 1 seat
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| Issue | Derek McSweeney No website or social media listed | Elsa Niyongabo No website or social media listed | Marty Carr✓Elected (official result) No website or social media listed | Muhyadin Omar Barkhat No website or social media listed | Tressy El-Hawi No website or social media listed |
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| Bio | No bio on record. Know something? | No bio on record. Know something? | No bio on record. Know something? | No bio on record. Know something? | No bio on record. Know something? |
| HousingWill I be able to afford to live here? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Expand access to affordable housing; protect existing affordable housing and prevent displacement
Show their words & sourceHide (several paragraphs)“Expand access to affordable housing” Source: Elsa Niyongabo for Ward 18 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Taxes & spendingWhat happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Marty Carr would consider Increased federal infrastructure funding; Increased provincial infrastructure funding
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“• Increased federal infrastructure funding • Increased provincial infrastructure funding • Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure • Development charges for growth-related infrastructure” Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Tressy El-Hawi would consider Increased federal infrastructure funding; Increased provincial infrastructure funding
“• Increased federal infrastructure funding • Increased provincial infrastructure funding • Development charges for growth-related infrastructure • Public-private partnerships where appropriate” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi's infrastructure vision: “Ottawa needs a pragmatic, "fix-it-first" approach to municipal infrastructure.
“Ottawa needs a pragmatic, "fix-it-first" approach to municipal infrastructure. We must stop chasing unfunded megaprojects and instead prioritize what matters most to everyday residents: maintaining our existing roads, upgrading aging sewer and flood protection systems, and improving the reliability of our day-to-day transit. Growth must pay for growth through fair development charges, and large regional projects like interprovincial crossings require true financial cost-sharing from provincial and federal partners. By putting taxpayers first, managing our budget wisely, and focusing on core municipal responsibilities, we can build a stronger, safer city for everyone.” (several paragraphs) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Emergency servicesWhen I call for help, will it come fast enough? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Advocate for safer streets near schools: signage, crosswalks, traffic calming
Show their words & sourceHide (several paragraphs)“Advocate for safer streets near schools, including more signage, crosswalks, and traffic calming” Source: Elsa Niyongabo for Ward 18 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| TransitCan I get where I need to go without driving? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Improve OC Transpo reliability, frequency, and service
Show their words & sourceHide (several paragraphs)“Improve OC Transpo reliability, frequency, and service” Source: Elsa Niyongabo for Ward 18 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Marty Carr names Other as important conditions for supporting the tram.
“Other;” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr assigns low priority to the western Stage 3 LRT extension toward Kanata and Stittsville.
“Low priority” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr assigns medium priority to the planned LRT extension from Baseline Station to Barrhaven Town Centre.
“Medium priority” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr would prioritize bus Rapid Transit projects such as Baseline BRT if Ottawa receives significant new transit funding.
“Bus Rapid Transit projects such as Baseline BRT” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr is undecided on, saying more study is required for the proposed STO Gatineau–Ottawa tram.
“Undecided / more study required” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr commented: “Baseline brt has to include the entire corridor through to Heron Road, not just to Heron Station”
“Baseline brt has to include the entire corridor through to Heron Road, not just to Heron Station” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr assigns high priority to the Baseline BRT corridor across the Baseline–Heron corridor.
“High priority” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Tressy El-Hawi would prioritize improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion if Ottawa receives significant new
“Improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi assigns medium priority to the western Stage 3 LRT extension toward Kanata and Stittsville.
“Medium priority” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi is undecided on, saying more study is required for the proposed STO Gatineau–Ottawa tram.
“Undecided / more study required” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: “Stage 3 LRT extensions (Kanata-Stittsville and Barrhaven)”.
“Stage 3 LRT extensions (Kanata-Stittsville and Barrhaven)” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi names “Baseline BRT and existing transit reliability improvements” as their third infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
“Baseline BRT and existing transit reliability improvements” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi commented: Ottawa needs a practical, common-sense approach to transit that tackles daily gridlock while respecting
“Ottawa needs a practical, common-sense approach to transit that tackles daily gridlock while respecting taxpayers. Investing heavily in bus transit and BRT is essential because it offers flexible, reliable coverage for neighborhoods across our city. At the same time, maintaining and upgrading our core road infrastructure is non-negotiable for everyday commuters, local businesses, and emergency services. We have to focus our dollars where they make an immediate difference for families, reducing congestion and making getting around Ottawa safer and more efficient without unnecessary spending.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi assigns highest priority — advance immediately to the Baseline BRT corridor across the Baseline–Heron corridor.
“Highest priority — advance immediately” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi commented: “Fixing the basics must come before chasing costly megaprojects.
“Fixing the basics must come before chasing costly megaprojects. Right now, thousands of Ottawa residents deal with unreliable bus schedules, long wait times, and frustrating transfers. Pumping money into major rail expansions while our day to day service struggles doesn't make sense for taxpayers or commuters. We need to prioritize improving frequency, reliability, and coverage across our existing transit network first to restore public trust, before expanding into multi billion dollar corridors.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi names An acceptable Ottawa alignment as important conditions for supporting the tram.
“An acceptable Ottawa alignment;” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High |
| GovernmentWill decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them? | Represent residents, not special interests or political agendas
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“My job is to represent you. Not special interests. Not political agendas.” Source: Vote McSweeney for Ward 18 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Roads & infrastructureWill the things I use every day actually get fixed? | Make roads, transportation, infrastructure and reliable city services the priorities at City Hall
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)“I am ready to make roads, transportation, infrastructure and reliable city services the priorities at City Hall.” Source: Vote McSweeney for Ward 18 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Marty Carr ranked “Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure” as their #1 infrastructure investment priority.
“1. Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure 2. Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit 3. Renewal of existing roads and bridges 4. Pedestrian infrastructure and sidewalks 5. Cycling infrastructure 6. Public transit — rail 7. Truck and goods movement infrastructure 8. New or expanded roads” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr: additional road-renewal funding should be directed principally to local neighbourhood streets.
“Local neighbourhood streets” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr commits to advancing “While I would love to say it is community centres and playground renewals
“While I would love to say it is community centres and playground renewals, the state of Alta Vista Drive and Heron road force me to support these road renewals.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr: Primarily renewal — Ottawa should prioritize repairing existing infrastructure before undertaking significant new expansion.
“Primarily renewal — Ottawa should prioritize repairing existing infrastructure before undertaking significant new expansion.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr says further information is required before deciding on a ring road or bypass study.
“Perhaps — further information is required” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr: Neutral / case by case
“Neutral / case by case” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr strongly supports increasing Ottawa's road resurfacing and road renewal budget during the next term of Council.
“Strongly support” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr supports, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms, transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174 to
“Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr names “Interim repaving of Alta vista drive” as their second infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
“Interim repaving of Alta vista drive” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr's infrastructure vision: Greater equity in infrastructure funding. Wards that were formed in the 1960s pay 1.5 million for a
“Greater equity in infrastructure funding. Wards that were formed in the 1960s pay 1.5 million for a splash pad out of councillor CIL funds while suburbs pay a third of this as their parks have water and electricity connections. Wealthy communities access the major /minor capital grant program to beautify gardens and school yards while equity seeking communities with no capacity to fundraise go without. Newer suburbs receive the bulk of DC funding as it is “growth “. We need greater equity in funding so communities are not left behind. My vision is therefore based on equity in infrastructure.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: “Barrhaven Civic Centre”.
“Barrhaven Civic Centre” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr named Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment; Baseline BRT; Other BRT and transit priority corridors
“• Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment • Baseline BRT • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Road resurfacing and renewal • Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr commented: “Should be a provincial responsibility”
“Should be a provincial responsibility” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr says the City should require or evaluate A ban on heavy truck traffic through downtown Ottawa
“• A ban on heavy truck traffic through downtown Ottawa • Acceptable environmental and land-use impacts” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr would establish flood resilience and stormwater infrastructure as one of Ottawa's top three capital priorities.
“Yes” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr ranked “Transit — bus / BRT” as the transportation mode most deserving additional public investment.
“1. Transit — bus / BRT 2. Vehicular / road infrastructure 3. Cycling 4. Transit — rail 5. Truck / goods movement 6. Pedestrian” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr selected Maintain the Province’s currently planned program as Ottawa's position on Highway 417 investment.
“Maintain the Province’s currently planned program;” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr names “Extension of valley drive sewer infrastructure project” as their first infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
“Extension of valley drive sewer infrastructure project” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr supports a Kettle Island interprovincial bridge subject to conditions.
“Support subject to conditions” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr would prioritize Other; Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management; Creek
“• Other • Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management • Creek, culvert and drainage improvements” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Tressy El-Hawi would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a second initiative: Gatineau-Ottawa tram connection and expensive new
“Gatineau-Ottawa tram connection and expensive new interprovincial megaprojects without guaranteed federal, provincial funding” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi: Renewal and selected expansion — Ottawa should substantially increase renewal spending while advancing selected expansion
“Renewal and selected expansion — Ottawa should substantially increase renewal spending while advancing selected expansion projects.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi would prioritize Accelerated combined sewer separation; Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas
“• Accelerated combined sewer separation • Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas • Residential flood-protection programs, including backwater valves and sump systems” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi ranked “Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure” as their #1 infrastructure investment priority.
“1. Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure 2. Renewal of existing roads and bridges 3. Public transit — rail 4. Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit 5. Pedestrian infrastructure and sidewalks 6. Cycling infrastructure 7. Truck and goods movement infrastructure 8. New or expanded roads” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi strongly supports increasing Ottawa's road resurfacing and road renewal budget during the next term of Council.
“Strongly support” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi supports, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms, transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174
“Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi ranked “Transit — bus / BRT” as the transportation mode most deserving additional public investment.
“1. Transit — bus / BRT 2. Vehicular / road infrastructure 3. Transit — rail 4. Truck / goods movement 5. Cycling 6. Pedestrian” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi would study a ring road or bypass only jointly with the Province of Ontario and federal government.
“Yes, but only jointly with the Province of Ontario and federal government” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi commented: “Heavy truck traffic and regional congestion are hurting our local roads, but Ottawa cannot carry the load alone.
“Heavy truck traffic and regional congestion are hurting our local roads, but Ottawa cannot carry the load alone. Looking into a ring road or bypass only makes sense if it's a true collaborative effort driven by joint funding and leadership from the provincial and federal governments. Taxpayers can't be left holding the bag for a multi-jurisdictional highway project. We need smart, shared regional planning that protects our municipal budget while genuinely tackling long-term commercial bottlenecks” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi: Support selectively, after considering costs, safety, land use, environmental effects and alternatives
“Support selectively, after considering costs, safety, land use, environmental effects and alternatives” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi names “Road resurfacing, renewal, and bridge maintenance” as their second infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
“Road resurfacing, renewal, and bridge maintenance” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi supports a Kettle Island interprovincial bridge subject to conditions.
“Support subject to conditions” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi selected Advocate for accelerated rehabilitation of aging pavement, bridges and structures
“• Advocate for accelerated rehabilitation of aging pavement, bridges and structures • Advocate for capacity or operational improvements at major bottlenecks” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi says the City should require or evaluate Acceptable City financial contribution and senior-government cost sharing
“• Acceptable City financial contribution and senior-government cost sharing • A ban on heavy truck traffic through downtown Ottawa” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi names “Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure” as their first infrastructure priority for
“Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi would establish flood resilience and stormwater infrastructure as one of Ottawa's top three capital priorities.
“Yes” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi named Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure; Road resurfacing and renewal
“• Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure • Road resurfacing and renewal • Bridge and structural renewal • Baseline BRT • Transfer of Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi: additional road-renewal funding should be directed principally to allocation based principally on road condition and risk.
“Allocation based principally on road condition and risk” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High |
| EconomyWill our main streets and local jobs thrive? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| EnvironmentIs the candidate protecting the nature we live in? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| HealthcareWill there be a doctor and a hospital when we need one? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Growth & developmentHow fast should we grow, and who decides what gets built where? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Social & community servicesWho looks after the most vulnerable residents? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Improve access to recreation, culture and social services
Show their words & sourceHide (several paragraphs)“Improve access to recreation, culture and social services” Source: Elsa Niyongabo for Ward 18 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Active transportationCan I walk and bike safely around town? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Marty Carr would emphasize Completing missing links in the existing cycling network
“• Completing missing links in the existing cycling network • Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr commented: Alta Vista is in desperate need of road renewals which benefit all modes of transportation as renewals include
“Alta Vista is in desperate need of road renewals which benefit all modes of transportation as renewals include dedicated space for cyclists and pedestrians as well as for vehicular traffic” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr strongly supports increasing Ottawa's investment in sidewalks, pedestrian crossings and connections to transit.
“Strongly support” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Marty Carr would maintain approximately current cycling infrastructure investment.
“Maintain approximately current investment” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Tressy El-Hawi strongly supports increasing Ottawa's investment in sidewalks, pedestrian crossings and connections to transit.
“Strongly support” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi would maintain approximately current cycling infrastructure investment.
“Maintain approximately current investment” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi would emphasize Completing missing links in the existing cycling network
“• Completing missing links in the existing cycling network • Maintenance and renewal of existing cycling infrastructure before expansion” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Arts & cultureDoes the candidate value what makes this place feel alive? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Marty Carr names “Recreational improvements” as their third infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Recreational improvements” Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Data centresShould energy-hungry data centres be welcomed here? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
| Water & wasteIs our drinking water safe and our waste handled? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Marty Carr supports accelerating separation of remaining combined sewers.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Support” Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Tressy El-Hawi strongly supports accelerating separation of remaining combined sewers.
“Strongly support” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Tressy El-Hawi commits to advancing Accelerating local sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure to protect Ottawa homes and
“Accelerating local sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure to protect Ottawa homes and basements from water damage before spending money on new builds.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Bylaw enforcementAre the rules fair, and are they actually enforced? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? |
Bio
Derek McSweeney
No bio on record. Know something?
Elsa Niyongabo
No bio on record. Know something?
Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
No bio on record. Know something?
Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No bio on record. Know something?
Tressy El-Hawi
No bio on record. Know something?
Housing
Will I be able to afford to live here?
Derek McSweeney
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Elsa Niyongabo
No website or social media listed
Expand access to affordable housing; protect existing affordable housing and prevent displacement
- Expand access to affordable housing
- Protect existing affordable housing and prevent displacement
Show their words & sourceHide (several paragraphs)
“Expand access to affordable housing”
Source: Elsa Niyongabo for Ward 18
Confidence:High
Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Tressy El-Hawi
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Taxes & spending
What happens to my tax bill, and where does the money go?
Derek McSweeney
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Elsa Niyongabo
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Marty Carr would consider Increased federal infrastructure funding; Increased provincial infrastructure funding
- Increased federal infrastructure funding
- Increased provincial infrastructure funding
- Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure
- Development charges for growth-related infrastructure
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“• Increased federal infrastructure funding • Increased provincial infrastructure funding • Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure • Development charges for growth-related infrastructure”
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Tressy El-Hawi
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Tressy El-Hawi would consider Increased federal infrastructure funding; Increased provincial infrastructure funding
- Increased federal infrastructure funding
- Increased provincial infrastructure funding
- Development charges for growth-related infrastructure
- Public-private partnerships where appropriate
“• Increased federal infrastructure funding • Increased provincial infrastructure funding • Development charges for growth-related infrastructure • Public-private partnerships where appropriate”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi's infrastructure vision: “Ottawa needs a pragmatic, "fix-it-first" approach to municipal infrastructure.
- Ottawa needs a pragmatic, "fix-it-first" approach to municipal infrastructure.
- We must stop chasing unfunded megaprojects and instead prioritize what matters most to everyday residents: maintaining our existing roads, upgrading aging…
- Growth must pay for growth through fair development charges, and large regional projects like interprovincial crossings require true financial cost-sharing…
“Ottawa needs a pragmatic, "fix-it-first" approach to municipal infrastructure. We must stop chasing unfunded megaprojects and instead prioritize what matters most to everyday residents: maintaining our existing roads, upgrading aging sewer and flood protection systems, and improving the reliability of our day-to-day transit. Growth must pay for growth through fair development charges, and large regional projects like interprovincial crossings require true financial cost-sharing from provincial and federal partners. By putting taxpayers first, managing our budget wisely, and focusing on core municipal responsibilities, we can build a stronger, safer city for everyone.”
(several paragraphs)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Emergency services
When I call for help, will it come fast enough?
Derek McSweeney
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Elsa Niyongabo
No website or social media listed
Advocate for safer streets near schools: signage, crosswalks, traffic calming
- Advocate for safer streets near schools
- More signage, crosswalks, and traffic calming
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“Advocate for safer streets near schools, including more signage, crosswalks, and traffic calming”
Source: Elsa Niyongabo for Ward 18
Confidence:High
Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Tressy El-Hawi
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Transit
Can I get where I need to go without driving?
Derek McSweeney
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Elsa Niyongabo
No website or social media listed
Improve OC Transpo reliability, frequency, and service
- Improve OC Transpo reliability, frequency, and service
- Supports transit as a ward priority
Show their words & sourceHide (several paragraphs)
“Improve OC Transpo reliability, frequency, and service”
Source: Elsa Niyongabo for Ward 18
Confidence:High
Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Marty Carr names Other as important conditions for supporting the tram.
- Other
“Other;”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr assigns low priority to the western Stage 3 LRT extension toward Kanata and Stittsville.
- Low priority
“Low priority”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr assigns medium priority to the planned LRT extension from Baseline Station to Barrhaven Town Centre.
- Medium priority
“Medium priority”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr would prioritize bus Rapid Transit projects such as Baseline BRT if Ottawa receives significant new transit funding.
- Bus Rapid Transit projects such as Baseline BRT
“Bus Rapid Transit projects such as Baseline BRT”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr is undecided on, saying more study is required for the proposed STO Gatineau–Ottawa tram.
- Undecided / more study required
“Undecided / more study required”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr commented: “Baseline brt has to include the entire corridor through to Heron Road, not just to Heron Station”
- Baseline brt has to include the entire corridor through to Heron Road, not just to Heron Station
“Baseline brt has to include the entire corridor through to Heron Road, not just to Heron Station”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr assigns high priority to the Baseline BRT corridor across the Baseline–Heron corridor.
- High priority
“High priority”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Tressy El-Hawi
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Tressy El-Hawi would prioritize improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion if Ottawa receives significant new
- Improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion
“Improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi assigns medium priority to the western Stage 3 LRT extension toward Kanata and Stittsville.
- Medium priority
“Medium priority”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi is undecided on, saying more study is required for the proposed STO Gatineau–Ottawa tram.
- Undecided / more study required
“Undecided / more study required”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: “Stage 3 LRT extensions (Kanata-Stittsville and Barrhaven)”.
- Stage 3 LRT extensions (Kanata-Stittsville and Barrhaven)
“Stage 3 LRT extensions (Kanata-Stittsville and Barrhaven)”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi names “Baseline BRT and existing transit reliability improvements” as their third infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
- Baseline BRT and existing transit reliability improvements
“Baseline BRT and existing transit reliability improvements”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi commented: Ottawa needs a practical, common-sense approach to transit that tackles daily gridlock while respecting
- Ottawa needs a practical, common-sense approach to transit that tackles daily gridlock while respecting taxpayers.
- Investing heavily in bus transit and BRT is essential because it offers flexible, reliable coverage for neighborhoods across our city.
- At the same time, maintaining and upgrading our core road infrastructure is non-negotiable for everyday commuters, local businesses, and emergency services.
“Ottawa needs a practical, common-sense approach to transit that tackles daily gridlock while respecting taxpayers. Investing heavily in bus transit and BRT is essential because it offers flexible, reliable coverage for neighborhoods across our city. At the same time, maintaining and upgrading our core road infrastructure is non-negotiable for everyday commuters, local businesses, and emergency services. We have to focus our dollars where they make an immediate difference for families, reducing congestion and making getting around Ottawa safer and more efficient without unnecessary spending.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi assigns highest priority — advance immediately to the Baseline BRT corridor across the Baseline–Heron corridor.
- Highest priority — advance immediately
“Highest priority — advance immediately”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi commented: “Fixing the basics must come before chasing costly megaprojects.
- Fixing the basics must come before chasing costly megaprojects.
- Right now, thousands of Ottawa residents deal with unreliable bus schedules, long wait times, and frustrating transfers.
- Pumping money into major rail expansions while our day to day service struggles doesn't make sense for taxpayers or commuters.
“Fixing the basics must come before chasing costly megaprojects. Right now, thousands of Ottawa residents deal with unreliable bus schedules, long wait times, and frustrating transfers. Pumping money into major rail expansions while our day to day service struggles doesn't make sense for taxpayers or commuters. We need to prioritize improving frequency, reliability, and coverage across our existing transit network first to restore public trust, before expanding into multi billion dollar corridors.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi names An acceptable Ottawa alignment as important conditions for supporting the tram.
- An acceptable Ottawa alignment
“An acceptable Ottawa alignment;”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Government
Will decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them?
Derek McSweeney
No website or social media listed
Represent residents, not special interests or political agendas
- Job is to represent residents
- Not special interests, not political agendas
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“My job is to represent you. Not special interests. Not political agendas.”
Source: Vote McSweeney for Ward 18
Confidence:High
Elsa Niyongabo
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Tressy El-Hawi
No website or social media listed
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Roads & infrastructure
Will the things I use every day actually get fixed?
Derek McSweeney
No website or social media listed
Make roads, transportation, infrastructure and reliable city services the priorities at City Hall
- Ready to make roads, transportation, infrastructure and reliable city services the priorities at City Hall
- Represents Alta Vista's focus on core services
Show their words & sourceHide (a few sentences)
“I am ready to make roads, transportation, infrastructure and reliable city services the priorities at City Hall.”
Source: Vote McSweeney for Ward 18
Confidence:High
Elsa Niyongabo
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Marty Carr ranked “Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure” as their #1 infrastructure investment priority.
- Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure
- Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit
- Renewal of existing roads and bridges
“1. Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure 2. Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit 3. Renewal of existing roads and bridges 4. Pedestrian infrastructure and sidewalks 5. Cycling infrastructure 6. Public transit — rail 7. Truck and goods movement infrastructure 8. New or expanded roads”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr: additional road-renewal funding should be directed principally to local neighbourhood streets.
- Local neighbourhood streets
“Local neighbourhood streets”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr commits to advancing “While I would love to say it is community centres and playground renewals
- While I would love to say it is community centres and playground renewals, the state of Alta Vista Drive and Heron road force me to support these road renewals.
“While I would love to say it is community centres and playground renewals, the state of Alta Vista Drive and Heron road force me to support these road renewals.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr: Primarily renewal — Ottawa should prioritize repairing existing infrastructure before undertaking significant new expansion.
- Primarily renewal — Ottawa should prioritize repairing existing infrastructure before undertaking significant new expansion.
“Primarily renewal — Ottawa should prioritize repairing existing infrastructure before undertaking significant new expansion.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr says further information is required before deciding on a ring road or bypass study.
- Perhaps — further information is required
“Perhaps — further information is required”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr: Neutral / case by case
- Neutral / case by case
“Neutral / case by case”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr strongly supports increasing Ottawa's road resurfacing and road renewal budget during the next term of Council.
- Strongly support
“Strongly support”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr supports, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms, transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174 to
- Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms
“Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr names “Interim repaving of Alta vista drive” as their second infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
- Interim repaving of Alta vista drive
“Interim repaving of Alta vista drive”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr's infrastructure vision: Greater equity in infrastructure funding. Wards that were formed in the 1960s pay 1.5 million for a
- Greater equity in infrastructure funding.
- Wards that were formed in the 1960s pay 1.5 million for a splash pad out of councillor CIL funds while suburbs pay a third of this as their parks have water…
- Wealthy communities access the major /minor capital grant program to beautify gardens and school yards while equity seeking communities with no capacity to…
“Greater equity in infrastructure funding. Wards that were formed in the 1960s pay 1.5 million for a splash pad out of councillor CIL funds while suburbs pay a third of this as their parks have water and electricity connections. Wealthy communities access the major /minor capital grant program to beautify gardens and school yards while equity seeking communities with no capacity to fundraise go without. Newer suburbs receive the bulk of DC funding as it is “growth “. We need greater equity in funding so communities are not left behind. My vision is therefore based on equity in infrastructure.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: “Barrhaven Civic Centre”.
- Barrhaven Civic Centre
“Barrhaven Civic Centre”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr named Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment; Baseline BRT; Other BRT and transit priority corridors
- Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment
- Baseline BRT
- Other BRT and transit priority corridors
- Road resurfacing and renewal
- Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure
“• Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment • Baseline BRT • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Road resurfacing and renewal • Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr commented: “Should be a provincial responsibility”
- Should be a provincial responsibility
“Should be a provincial responsibility”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr says the City should require or evaluate A ban on heavy truck traffic through downtown Ottawa
- A ban on heavy truck traffic through downtown Ottawa
- Acceptable environmental and land-use impacts
“• A ban on heavy truck traffic through downtown Ottawa • Acceptable environmental and land-use impacts”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr would establish flood resilience and stormwater infrastructure as one of Ottawa's top three capital priorities.
- Yes
“Yes”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr ranked “Transit — bus / BRT” as the transportation mode most deserving additional public investment.
- Transit — bus / BRT
- Vehicular / road infrastructure
- Cycling
“1. Transit — bus / BRT 2. Vehicular / road infrastructure 3. Cycling 4. Transit — rail 5. Truck / goods movement 6. Pedestrian”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr selected Maintain the Province’s currently planned program as Ottawa's position on Highway 417 investment.
- Maintain the Province’s currently planned program
“Maintain the Province’s currently planned program;”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr names “Extension of valley drive sewer infrastructure project” as their first infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
- Extension of valley drive sewer infrastructure project
“Extension of valley drive sewer infrastructure project”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr supports a Kettle Island interprovincial bridge subject to conditions.
- Support subject to conditions
“Support subject to conditions”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr would prioritize Other; Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management; Creek
- Other
- Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management
- Creek, culvert and drainage improvements
“• Other • Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management • Creek, culvert and drainage improvements”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Tressy El-Hawi
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Tressy El-Hawi would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a second initiative: Gatineau-Ottawa tram connection and expensive new
- Gatineau-Ottawa tram connection and expensive new interprovincial megaprojects without guaranteed federal, provincial funding
“Gatineau-Ottawa tram connection and expensive new interprovincial megaprojects without guaranteed federal, provincial funding”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi: Renewal and selected expansion — Ottawa should substantially increase renewal spending while advancing selected expansion
- Renewal and selected expansion — Ottawa should substantially increase renewal spending while advancing selected expansion projects.
“Renewal and selected expansion — Ottawa should substantially increase renewal spending while advancing selected expansion projects.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi would prioritize Accelerated combined sewer separation; Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas
- Accelerated combined sewer separation
- Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas
- Residential flood-protection programs, including backwater valves and sump systems
“• Accelerated combined sewer separation • Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas • Residential flood-protection programs, including backwater valves and sump systems”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi ranked “Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure” as their #1 infrastructure investment priority.
- Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure
- Renewal of existing roads and bridges
- Public transit — rail
“1. Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure 2. Renewal of existing roads and bridges 3. Public transit — rail 4. Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit 5. Pedestrian infrastructure and sidewalks 6. Cycling infrastructure 7. Truck and goods movement infrastructure 8. New or expanded roads”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi strongly supports increasing Ottawa's road resurfacing and road renewal budget during the next term of Council.
- Strongly support
“Strongly support”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi supports, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms, transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174
- Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms
“Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi ranked “Transit — bus / BRT” as the transportation mode most deserving additional public investment.
- Transit — bus / BRT
- Vehicular / road infrastructure
- Transit — rail
“1. Transit — bus / BRT 2. Vehicular / road infrastructure 3. Transit — rail 4. Truck / goods movement 5. Cycling 6. Pedestrian”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi would study a ring road or bypass only jointly with the Province of Ontario and federal government.
- Yes, but only jointly with the Province of Ontario and federal government
“Yes, but only jointly with the Province of Ontario and federal government”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi commented: “Heavy truck traffic and regional congestion are hurting our local roads, but Ottawa cannot carry the load alone.
- Heavy truck traffic and regional congestion are hurting our local roads, but Ottawa cannot carry the load alone.
- Looking into a ring road or bypass only makes sense if it's a true collaborative effort driven by joint funding and leadership from the provincial and federal…
- Taxpayers can't be left holding the bag for a multi-jurisdictional highway project.
“Heavy truck traffic and regional congestion are hurting our local roads, but Ottawa cannot carry the load alone. Looking into a ring road or bypass only makes sense if it's a true collaborative effort driven by joint funding and leadership from the provincial and federal governments. Taxpayers can't be left holding the bag for a multi-jurisdictional highway project. We need smart, shared regional planning that protects our municipal budget while genuinely tackling long-term commercial bottlenecks”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi: Support selectively, after considering costs, safety, land use, environmental effects and alternatives
- Support selectively, after considering costs, safety, land use, environmental effects and alternatives
“Support selectively, after considering costs, safety, land use, environmental effects and alternatives”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi names “Road resurfacing, renewal, and bridge maintenance” as their second infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
- Road resurfacing, renewal, and bridge maintenance
“Road resurfacing, renewal, and bridge maintenance”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi supports a Kettle Island interprovincial bridge subject to conditions.
- Support subject to conditions
“Support subject to conditions”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi selected Advocate for accelerated rehabilitation of aging pavement, bridges and structures
- Advocate for accelerated rehabilitation of aging pavement, bridges and structures
- Advocate for capacity or operational improvements at major bottlenecks
“• Advocate for accelerated rehabilitation of aging pavement, bridges and structures • Advocate for capacity or operational improvements at major bottlenecks”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi says the City should require or evaluate Acceptable City financial contribution and senior-government cost sharing
- Acceptable City financial contribution and senior-government cost sharing
- A ban on heavy truck traffic through downtown Ottawa
“• Acceptable City financial contribution and senior-government cost sharing • A ban on heavy truck traffic through downtown Ottawa”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi names “Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure” as their first infrastructure priority for
- Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure
“Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi would establish flood resilience and stormwater infrastructure as one of Ottawa's top three capital priorities.
- Yes
“Yes”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi named Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure; Road resurfacing and renewal
- Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure
- Road resurfacing and renewal
- Bridge and structural renewal
- Baseline BRT
- Transfer of Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation
“• Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure • Road resurfacing and renewal • Bridge and structural renewal • Baseline BRT • Transfer of Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi: additional road-renewal funding should be directed principally to allocation based principally on road condition and risk.
- Allocation based principally on road condition and risk
“Allocation based principally on road condition and risk”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Economy
Will our main streets and local jobs thrive?
Derek McSweeney
No website or social media listed
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Elsa Niyongabo
No website or social media listed
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Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
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Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No website or social media listed
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Tressy El-Hawi
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Environment
Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?
Derek McSweeney
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Elsa Niyongabo
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Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
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Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No website or social media listed
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Tressy El-Hawi
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Healthcare
Will there be a doctor and a hospital when we need one?
Derek McSweeney
No website or social media listed
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Elsa Niyongabo
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Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
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Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No website or social media listed
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Tressy El-Hawi
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Growth & development
How fast should we grow, and who decides what gets built where?
Derek McSweeney
No website or social media listed
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Elsa Niyongabo
No website or social media listed
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Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
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Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No website or social media listed
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Tressy El-Hawi
No website or social media listed
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Social & community services
Who looks after the most vulnerable residents?
Derek McSweeney
No website or social media listed
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Elsa Niyongabo
No website or social media listed
Improve access to recreation, culture and social services
- Improve access to recreation, culture and social services
- Ward-level focus on community wellbeing
Show their words & sourceHide (several paragraphs)
“Improve access to recreation, culture and social services”
Source: Elsa Niyongabo for Ward 18
Confidence:High
Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
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Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Tressy El-Hawi
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Active transportation
Can I walk and bike safely around town?
Derek McSweeney
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Elsa Niyongabo
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Marty Carr would emphasize Completing missing links in the existing cycling network
- Completing missing links in the existing cycling network
- Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors
“• Completing missing links in the existing cycling network • Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr commented: Alta Vista is in desperate need of road renewals which benefit all modes of transportation as renewals include
- Alta Vista is in desperate need of road renewals which benefit all modes of transportation as renewals include dedicated space for cyclists and pedestrians as…
“Alta Vista is in desperate need of road renewals which benefit all modes of transportation as renewals include dedicated space for cyclists and pedestrians as well as for vehicular traffic”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr strongly supports increasing Ottawa's investment in sidewalks, pedestrian crossings and connections to transit.
- Strongly support
“Strongly support”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Marty Carr would maintain approximately current cycling infrastructure investment.
- Maintain approximately current investment
“Maintain approximately current investment”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Tressy El-Hawi
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Tressy El-Hawi strongly supports increasing Ottawa's investment in sidewalks, pedestrian crossings and connections to transit.
- Strongly support
“Strongly support”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi would maintain approximately current cycling infrastructure investment.
- Maintain approximately current investment
“Maintain approximately current investment”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi would emphasize Completing missing links in the existing cycling network
- Completing missing links in the existing cycling network
- Maintenance and renewal of existing cycling infrastructure before expansion
“• Completing missing links in the existing cycling network • Maintenance and renewal of existing cycling infrastructure before expansion”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Arts & culture
Does the candidate value what makes this place feel alive?
Derek McSweeney
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Elsa Niyongabo
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Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
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Marty Carr names “Recreational improvements” as their third infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
- Recreational improvements
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“Recreational improvements”
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
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Tressy El-Hawi
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Data centres
Should energy-hungry data centres be welcomed here?
Derek McSweeney
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Elsa Niyongabo
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Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
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Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
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Tressy El-Hawi
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Water & waste
Is our drinking water safe and our waste handled?
Derek McSweeney
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Elsa Niyongabo
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Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
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Marty Carr supports accelerating separation of remaining combined sewers.
- Support
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“Support”
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
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Tressy El-Hawi
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This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Tressy El-Hawi strongly supports accelerating separation of remaining combined sewers.
- Strongly support
“Strongly support”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Tressy El-Hawi commits to advancing Accelerating local sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure to protect Ottawa homes and
- Accelerating local sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure to protect Ottawa homes and basements from water damage before spending money on new…
“Accelerating local sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure to protect Ottawa homes and basements from water damage before spending money on new builds.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 18 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Bylaw enforcement
Are the rules fair, and are they actually enforced?
Derek McSweeney
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Elsa Niyongabo
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Marty Carr ✓Elected (official result)
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Muhyadin Omar Barkhat
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Tressy El-Hawi
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