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Ward 7 Bay Councillor · Ottawa
3 candidates for 1 seat
Everyone is compared on the same 16 issues, in the same order. Candidates are listed alphabetically, and the order of issues is not a ranking. Each candidate's bio appears at the top, above the issues. How this works.
| Issue | Butch Moore No website or social media listed | Spencer Radford No website or social media listed | Theresa Kavanagh✓Elected (official result) 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? |
| HousingWill I be able to afford to live here? | Claims to have a solution for homelessness
Confidence:High | 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? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Spencer Radford would consider Increased federal infrastructure funding; Increased provincial infrastructure funding; Development charges for growth-related infrastructure; Public-private partnerships where appropriate to address Ottawa's infrastructure requirements.
“• 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Theresa Kavanagh would consider Increased federal infrastructure funding; Increased provincial infrastructure funding; Development charges for growth-related infrastructure; Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure; Dedicated infrastructure levy to address Ottawa's…
“• Increased federal infrastructure funding • Increased provincial infrastructure funding • Development charges for growth-related infrastructure • Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure • Dedicated infrastructure levy” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh would consider Increased federal infrastructure funding; Increased provincial infrastructure funding
“• Increased federal infrastructure funding • Increased provincial infrastructure funding • Development charges for growth-related infrastructure • Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure • Dedicated infrastructure levy” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High |
| Emergency servicesWhen I call for help, will it come fast enough? | 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? | OC Transpo has to be modernized, with transportation on demand
Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: “The biggest one would be the LRT. We need to ensure it's built correctly, and able to withstand weather conditions.”.
“The biggest one would be the LRT. We need to ensure it's built correctly, and able to withstand weather conditions.” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford commented: “I strongly believe that we need to ensure our bus reliability is improved
“I strongly believe that we need to ensure our bus reliability is improved, our transfer times are set to 120 minutes so nobody has to pay twice to get to their destination, and that we make sure our roads and LRT are done right the first time.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford commented: “Before we go all out in new approaches, we need to fix the basics.
“Before we go all out in new approaches, we need to fix the basics. Why expand when we already have things happen, like the train interruptions 3 times in 2 weeks” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: “The biggest one would be the LRT.
“The biggest one would be the LRT. We need to ensure it's built correctly, and able to withstand weather conditions.” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford commented: “I strongly believe that we need to ensure our bus reliability is improved, our transfer times are set to 120 minutes so nobody has to pay twice to get to their destination, and that we make sure our roads and LRT are done right the first time.”
“I strongly believe that we need to ensure our bus reliability is improved, our transfer times are set to 120 minutes so nobody has to pay twice to get to their destination, and that we make sure our roads and LRT are done right the first time.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford would prioritize improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion if Ottawa receives significant new transit funding.
“Improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford commented: “Before we go all out in new approaches, we need to fix the basics. Why expand when we already have things happen, like the train interruptions 3 times in 2 weeks”
“Before we go all out in new approaches, we need to fix the basics. Why expand when we already have things happen, like the train interruptions 3 times in 2 weeks” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford names Further technical, financial or public consultation work as important conditions for supporting the tram.
“Further technical, financial or public consultation work;” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Theresa Kavanagh commented: “Better public transit benefits all road users. I will continue to press for and support measures that will make OC Transpo more reliable, affordable and accountable to riders and taxpayers. This includes advocating for fare freezes, specific…
“Better public transit benefits all road users. I will continue to press for and support measures that will make OC Transpo more reliable, affordable and accountable to riders and taxpayers. This includes advocating for fare freezes, specific improvements to increase route reliability, and better connections to major employment centres, like the DND Carling Campus, and other west end communities.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh would prioritize improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion if Ottawa receives significant new transit funding.
“Improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh names Appropriate federal and provincial funding as important conditions for supporting the tram.
“Appropriate federal and provincial funding;” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh names “Carling Avenue BRT transit corridor.” as their third infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
“Carling Avenue BRT transit corridor.” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh supports the proposed STO Gatineau–Ottawa tram extending from western Gatineau into downtown Ottawa.
“Support” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh commented: Better public transit benefits all road users. I will continue to press for and support measures that will
“Better public transit benefits all road users. I will continue to press for and support measures that will make OC Transpo more reliable, affordable and accountable to riders and taxpayers. This includes advocating for fare freezes, specific improvements to increase route reliability, and better connections to major employment centres, like the DND Carling Campus, and other west end communities.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High |
| GovernmentWill decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them? | 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? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Spencer Radford named Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure; Road resurfacing and renewal
“• Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure • Road resurfacing and renewal • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment • Cycling network investment” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford's infrastructure vision: “Residents will know when work is being done.
“Residents will know when work is being done. They'll get a clear explanation of why something is or isn't going on. The city will be backed by the Federal and Provincial government to have the reliable funds to fix our broken roads, sewers, and transit system infrastructure” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford's infrastructure vision: “Residents will know when work is being done. They'll get a clear explanation of why something is or isn't going on. The city will be backed by the Federal and Provincial government to have the reliable funds to fix our broken roads,…
“Residents will know when work is being done. They'll get a clear explanation of why something is or isn't going on. The city will be backed by the Federal and Provincial government to have the reliable funds to fix our broken roads, sewers, and transit system infrastructure” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford commits to advancing “The biggest issue is the communication between different departments when planning construction.
“The biggest issue is the communication between different departments when planning construction. Take the 417 closures Woodroffe and Pinecrest, and the construction work at Greenbank and Baseline. That didn't seem communicated at all, and we shouldn't have residents finally getting through one construction zone before landing in another a minute later.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford says the City should require or evaluate No specific condition — assess the project on its overall merits for a new
“No specific condition — assess the project on its overall merits;” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford would prioritize Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas; Creek, culvert and drainage improvements
“• Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas • Creek, culvert and drainage improvements • Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford selected Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads
“• Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads • Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford 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. Public transit — rail 4. Renewal of existing roads and bridges 5. Pedestrian infrastructure and sidewalks 6. New or expanded roads 7. Truck and goods movement infrastructure 8. Cycling infrastructure” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford: 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford ranked “Vehicular / road infrastructure” as the transportation mode most deserving additional public investment.
“1. Vehicular / road infrastructure 2. Transit — bus / BRT 3. Transit — rail 4. Truck / goods movement 5. Cycling 6. Pedestrian” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford: 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford is undecided on a Kettle Island interprovincial bridge, saying more study is required.
“Undecided / more study required” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford names “Road Repair” as their second infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
“Road Repair” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford supports increasing Ottawa's road resurfacing and road renewal budget during the next term of Council.
“Support” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford selected Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads; Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions as Ottawa's position on Highway 417 investment.
“• Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads • Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford: 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford is undecided on, saying more information is required for transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation.
“Undecided / more information required” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford would prioritize Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas; Creek, culvert and drainage improvements; Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management for additional flood resilience investment.
“• Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas • Creek, culvert and drainage improvements • Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford says the City should require or evaluate No specific condition — assess the project on its overall merits for a new interprovincial crossing.
“No specific condition — assess the project on its overall merits;” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford named Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure; Road resurfacing and renewal; Other BRT and transit priority corridors; Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment; Cycling network investment among the five initiatives deserving the…
“• Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure • Road resurfacing and renewal • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment • Cycling network investment” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford is undecided on, saying more information is required for transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174 to
“Undecided / more information required” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford names “Flood Resilience” as their first infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
“Flood Resilience” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford: 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford commits to advancing “The biggest issue is the communication between different departments when planning construction. Take the 417 closures Woodroffe and Pinecrest, and the construction work at Greenbank and Baseline. That didn't seem communicated at all, and…
“The biggest issue is the communication between different departments when planning construction. Take the 417 closures Woodroffe and Pinecrest, and the construction work at Greenbank and Baseline. That didn't seem communicated at all, and we shouldn't have residents finally getting through one construction zone before landing in another a minute later.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Theresa Kavanagh's infrastructure vision: My infrastructure vision for Ottawa focuses on 3 main priorities: Safer streets for all road
“My infrastructure vision for Ottawa focuses on 3 main priorities: Safer streets for all road users: This includes traffic calming infrastructure to reduce speeding on residential streets, more sidewalks, and improved cycling infrastructure to keep bikes separate from cars and pedestrians. Reliable, affordable Public Transit. Better public transit benefits all road users- it makes streets less congested, parking easier, and streets are safer when there are fewer cars on the roads. I will continue to press for and support measures that will make OC Transpo more reliable, affordable and accountable to riders and taxpayers. This includes advocating for specific improvements to increase route reliability, and better connections to major employment centres, like the DND Carling Campus, and other west end communities. Replacing or maintaining aging infrastructure we need to ensure stormwater and drainage infrastructure in older neighbourhoods is maintained or upgraded in order to deal with the impacts of increasingly frequent severe weather events.” (several paragraphs) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh says the City should require or evaluate Acceptable environmental and land-use impacts for a new interprovincial crossing.
“Acceptable environmental and land-use impacts;” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh named Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure; Road resurfacing and renewal; Other BRT and transit priority corridors; Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment; Cycling network investment among the five initiatives deserving the…
“• Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure • Road resurfacing and renewal • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment • Cycling network investment” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh selected Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads
“• Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads • Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh names “Stormwater infrastructure and investments in making our city more flood resilient.” as their first infrastructure
“Stormwater infrastructure and investments in making our city more flood resilient.” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh would prioritize Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas; Stormwater management ponds and facilities; Creek
“• Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas • Stormwater management ponds and facilities • Creek, culvert and drainage improvements” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh ranked “Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure” as their #1 infrastructure investment priority.
“1. Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure 2. Public transit — rail 3. Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit 4. Renewal of existing roads and bridges 5. Pedestrian infrastructure and sidewalks 6. Cycling infrastructure 7. New or expanded roads 8. Truck and goods movement infrastructure” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh ranked “Transit — rail” as the transportation mode most deserving additional public investment.
“1. Transit — rail 2. Transit — bus / BRT 3. Pedestrian 4. Vehicular / road infrastructure 5. Cycling 6. Truck / goods movement” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh would maintain approximately current planned investment increasing Ottawa's road resurfacing and road renewal budget during the next term of Council.
“Maintain approximately current planned investment” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh's infrastructure vision: “My infrastructure vision for Ottawa focuses on 3 main priorities: Safer streets for all road users: This includes traffic calming infrastructure to reduce speeding on residential streets, more sidewalks, and improved cycling…
“My infrastructure vision for Ottawa focuses on 3 main priorities: Safer streets for all road users: This includes traffic calming infrastructure to reduce speeding on residential streets, more sidewalks, and improved cycling infrastructure to keep bikes separate from cars and pedestrians. Reliable, affordable Public Transit. Better public transit benefits all road users- it makes streets less congested, parking easier, and streets are safer when there are fewer cars on the roads. I will continue to press for and support measures that will make OC Transpo more reliable, affordable and accountable to riders and taxpayers. This includes advocating for specific improvements to increase route reliability, and better connections to major employment centres, like the DND Carling Campus, and other west end communities. Replacing or maintaining aging infrastructure we need to ensure stormwater and drainage infrastructure in older neighbourhoods is maintained or upgraded in order to deal with the impacts of increasingly frequent severe weather events.” (several paragraphs) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh commented: “We should invest in improving existing roads and active transportation infrastructure, as well as prioritizing making public transit more reliable, affordable and accessible. Research shows that building more road space for cars does not alleviate…
“We should invest in improving existing roads and active transportation infrastructure, as well as prioritizing making public transit more reliable, affordable and accessible. Research shows that building more road space for cars does not alleviate congestion. This is called induced demand, where increasing road capacity leads to more vehicles on the road. It means that the benefits of added car lanes or new roads are quickly negated by a corresponding rise in traffic. Conversely, providing better transit, safer spaces for riding a bike, and proper sidewalks increases their use, helping to reduce the reliance on cars and ease traffic congestion.” (several paragraphs) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh: 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh supports, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms, transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation.
“Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh names “Stormwater infrastructure and investments in making our city more flood resilient.” as their first infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
“Stormwater infrastructure and investments in making our city more flood resilient.” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh would prioritize Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas; Stormwater management ponds and facilities; Creek, culvert and drainage improvements for additional flood resilience investment.
“• Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas • Stormwater management ponds and facilities • Creek, culvert and drainage improvements” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: “Study of an Ottawa ring road or regional bypass.”.
“Study of an Ottawa ring road or regional bypass.” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh selected Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads; Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions as Ottawa's position on Highway 417 investment.
“• Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads • Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh commits to advancing “I am committed to ensuring aging stormwater infrastructure is repaired or replaced. Our aging critical infrastructure is ill-equipped to manage the effect of climate-change induced severe weather events like we saw this summer. This is…
“I am committed to ensuring aging stormwater infrastructure is repaired or replaced. Our aging critical infrastructure is ill-equipped to manage the effect of climate-change induced severe weather events like we saw this summer. This is especially true in older communities like Bay Ward with most stormwater systems built over 60 years ago. I’ve been successful in getting improvements to stormwater and drainage infrastructure in Bay Ward neighbourhoods over the years, including improvements to the ditches in Lakeview. But more needs to be done. After the Canada Day storm, I worked with council colleagues to demand a full investigation to understand the causes of flooding, and steps the city can take to mitigate the impacts of future severe weather events. This investigation is ongoing, and I’ve been sharing residents’ concerns directly with staff to ensure all impacted neighbourhoods are heard. Following the investigation, I will ensure areas identified for repair or replacement are prioritized, so our neighbourhoods can be more resilient in the face of increasingly frequent severe weather events.” (several paragraphs) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh: 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh would maintain approximately current planned investment increasing Ottawa's road resurfacing and road renewal budget
“Maintain approximately current planned investment” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh commented: “We should invest in improving existing roads and active transportation infrastructure
“We should invest in improving existing roads and active transportation infrastructure, as well as prioritizing making public transit more reliable, affordable and accessible. Research shows that building more road space for cars does not alleviate congestion. This is called induced demand, where increasing road capacity leads to more vehicles on the road. It means that the benefits of added car lanes or new roads are quickly negated by a corresponding rise in traffic. Conversely, providing better transit, safer spaces for riding a bike, and proper sidewalks increases their use, helping to reduce the reliance on cars and ease traffic congestion.” (several paragraphs) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh: Primarily renewal — Ottawa should prioritize repairing existing infrastructure before undertaking significant new
“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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh named Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure; Road resurfacing and renewal
“• Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure • Road resurfacing and renewal • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment • Cycling network investment” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh opposes a new ring road or bypass.
“Oppose a new ring road or bypass” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh commits to advancing “I am committed to ensuring aging stormwater infrastructure is repaired or replaced.
“I am committed to ensuring aging stormwater infrastructure is repaired or replaced. Our aging critical infrastructure is ill-equipped to manage the effect of climate-change induced severe weather events like we saw this summer. This is especially true in older communities like Bay Ward with most stormwater systems built over 60 years ago. I’ve been successful in getting improvements to stormwater and drainage infrastructure in Bay Ward neighbourhoods over the years, including improvements to the ditches in Lakeview. But more needs to be done. After the Canada Day storm, I worked with council colleagues to demand a full investigation to understand the causes of flooding, and steps the city can take to mitigate the impacts of future severe weather events. This investigation is ongoing, and I’ve been sharing residents’ concerns directly with staff to ensure all impacted neighbourhoods are heard. Following the investigation, I will ensure areas identified for repair or replacement are prioritized, so our neighbourhoods can be more resilient in the face of increasingly frequent severe weather events.” (several paragraphs) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh supports, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms, transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road
“Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh: Neutral / case by case
“Neutral / case by case” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · 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? |
| EnvironmentIs the candidate protecting the nature we live in? | 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? |
| 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? |
| Social & community servicesWho looks after the most vulnerable residents? | 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? | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford would emphasize Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors; Completing missing links in the existing cycling network in cycling network investment.
“• Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors • Completing missing links in the existing cycling network” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford would emphasize Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors
“• Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors • Completing missing links in the existing cycling network” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford names “Sidewalk and Pedestrian Infrastructure.” as their third infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
“Sidewalk and Pedestrian Infrastructure.” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Spencer Radford would reconsider cycling infrastructure investment after further review.
“Reconsider investment after further review” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High | This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source. Theresa Kavanagh commented: “I will advocate for safer streets for all road users. This includes traffic calming to reduce speeding, more sidewalks, and improved cycling infrastructure to keep bikes separate from cars and pedestrians. Adding sidewalks and safe cycling lanes is…
“I will advocate for safer streets for all road users. This includes traffic calming to reduce speeding, more sidewalks, and improved cycling infrastructure to keep bikes separate from cars and pedestrians. Adding sidewalks and safe cycling lanes is just the first step- we also need to make sure these active transportation routes are regularly maintained. Bumpy roads and crumbling sidewalks aren’t safe or accessible. I will also fight for road repairs and improvements in Bay Ward.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh would increase Ottawa's cycling infrastructure investment during the next term.
“Increase investment” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh names “Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment.” as their second infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
“Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment.” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh would emphasize Connections to LRT and major transit stations in cycling network investment.
“Connections to LRT and major transit stations;” (one sentence) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh commented: “I will advocate for safer streets for all road users.
“I will advocate for safer streets for all road users. This includes traffic calming to reduce speeding, more sidewalks, and improved cycling infrastructure to keep bikes separate from cars and pedestrians. Adding sidewalks and safe cycling lanes is just the first step- we also need to make sure these active transportation routes are regularly maintained. Bumpy roads and crumbling sidewalks aren’t safe or accessible. I will also fight for road repairs and improvements in Bay Ward.” (a few sentences) Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High Theresa Kavanagh 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 7 · 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? | 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? |
| Water & wasteIs our drinking water safe and our waste handled? | Not reviewed yet. Know something? | Spencer Radford is unsure about accelerating separation of remaining combined sewers.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Unsure” Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026 Confidence:High | Theresa Kavanagh strongly supports accelerating separation of remaining combined sewers.
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)“Strongly support” Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · 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? |
Bio
Butch Moore
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Spencer Radford
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Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
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Housing
Will I be able to afford to live here?
Butch Moore
No website or social media listed
Claims to have a solution for homelessness
- Homelessness is part of his platform
- Claims to have a solution
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
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?
Butch Moore
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Spencer Radford
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Spencer Radford would consider Increased federal infrastructure funding; Increased provincial infrastructure funding; Development charges for growth-related infrastructure; Public-private partnerships where appropriate to address Ottawa's infrastructure requirements.
- 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh ✓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.
Theresa Kavanagh would consider Increased federal infrastructure funding; Increased provincial infrastructure funding; Development charges for growth-related infrastructure; Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure; Dedicated infrastructure levy to address Ottawa's…
- Increased federal infrastructure funding
- Increased provincial infrastructure funding
- Development charges for growth-related infrastructure
- Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure
- Dedicated infrastructure levy
“• Increased federal infrastructure funding • Increased provincial infrastructure funding • Development charges for growth-related infrastructure • Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure • Dedicated infrastructure levy”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh would consider Increased federal infrastructure funding; Increased provincial infrastructure funding
- Increased federal infrastructure funding
- Increased provincial infrastructure funding
- Development charges for growth-related infrastructure
- Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure
- Dedicated infrastructure levy
“• Increased federal infrastructure funding • Increased provincial infrastructure funding • Development charges for growth-related infrastructure • Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure • Dedicated infrastructure levy”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Emergency services
When I call for help, will it come fast enough?
Butch Moore
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Spencer Radford
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Transit
Can I get where I need to go without driving?
Butch Moore
No website or social media listed
OC Transpo has to be modernized, with transportation on demand
- OC Transpo Has To Be Modernized
- Open to transportation-on-demand models
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: “The biggest one would be the LRT. We need to ensure it's built correctly, and able to withstand weather conditions.”.
- The biggest one would be the LRT.
- We need to ensure it's built correctly, and able to withstand weather conditions.
“The biggest one would be the LRT. We need to ensure it's built correctly, and able to withstand weather conditions.”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford commented: “I strongly believe that we need to ensure our bus reliability is improved
- I strongly believe that we need to ensure our bus reliability is improved, our transfer times are set to 120 minutes so nobody has to pay twice to get to…
“I strongly believe that we need to ensure our bus reliability is improved, our transfer times are set to 120 minutes so nobody has to pay twice to get to their destination, and that we make sure our roads and LRT are done right the first time.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford commented: “Before we go all out in new approaches, we need to fix the basics.
- Before we go all out in new approaches, we need to fix the basics.
- Why expand when we already have things happen, like the train interruptions 3 times in 2 weeks
“Before we go all out in new approaches, we need to fix the basics. Why expand when we already have things happen, like the train interruptions 3 times in 2 weeks”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: “The biggest one would be the LRT.
- The biggest one would be the LRT.
- We need to ensure it's built correctly, and able to withstand weather conditions.
“The biggest one would be the LRT. We need to ensure it's built correctly, and able to withstand weather conditions.”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford commented: “I strongly believe that we need to ensure our bus reliability is improved, our transfer times are set to 120 minutes so nobody has to pay twice to get to their destination, and that we make sure our roads and LRT are done right the first time.”
- I strongly believe that we need to ensure our bus reliability is improved, our transfer times are set to 120 minutes so nobody has to pay twice to get to…
“I strongly believe that we need to ensure our bus reliability is improved, our transfer times are set to 120 minutes so nobody has to pay twice to get to their destination, and that we make sure our roads and LRT are done right the first time.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford would prioritize improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion if Ottawa receives significant new transit funding.
- 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford commented: “Before we go all out in new approaches, we need to fix the basics. Why expand when we already have things happen, like the train interruptions 3 times in 2 weeks”
- Before we go all out in new approaches, we need to fix the basics.
- Why expand when we already have things happen, like the train interruptions 3 times in 2 weeks
“Before we go all out in new approaches, we need to fix the basics. Why expand when we already have things happen, like the train interruptions 3 times in 2 weeks”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford names Further technical, financial or public consultation work as important conditions for supporting the tram.
- Further technical, financial or public consultation work
“Further technical, financial or public consultation work;”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh ✓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.
Theresa Kavanagh commented: “Better public transit benefits all road users. I will continue to press for and support measures that will make OC Transpo more reliable, affordable and accountable to riders and taxpayers. This includes advocating for fare freezes, specific…
- Better public transit benefits all road users.
- I will continue to press for and support measures that will make OC Transpo more reliable, affordable and accountable to riders and taxpayers.
- This includes advocating for fare freezes, specific improvements to increase route reliability, and better connections to major employment centres, like the…
“Better public transit benefits all road users. I will continue to press for and support measures that will make OC Transpo more reliable, affordable and accountable to riders and taxpayers. This includes advocating for fare freezes, specific improvements to increase route reliability, and better connections to major employment centres, like the DND Carling Campus, and other west end communities.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh would prioritize improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion if Ottawa receives significant new transit funding.
- 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh names Appropriate federal and provincial funding as important conditions for supporting the tram.
- Appropriate federal and provincial funding
“Appropriate federal and provincial funding;”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh names “Carling Avenue BRT transit corridor.” as their third infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
- Carling Avenue BRT transit corridor.
“Carling Avenue BRT transit corridor.”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh supports the proposed STO Gatineau–Ottawa tram extending from western Gatineau into downtown Ottawa.
- Support
“Support”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh commented: Better public transit benefits all road users. I will continue to press for and support measures that will
- Better public transit benefits all road users.
- I will continue to press for and support measures that will make OC Transpo more reliable, affordable and accountable to riders and taxpayers.
- This includes advocating for fare freezes, specific improvements to increase route reliability, and better connections to major employment centres, like the…
“Better public transit benefits all road users. I will continue to press for and support measures that will make OC Transpo more reliable, affordable and accountable to riders and taxpayers. This includes advocating for fare freezes, specific improvements to increase route reliability, and better connections to major employment centres, like the DND Carling Campus, and other west end communities.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Government
Will decisions be made in the open, and will anyone answer for them?
Butch Moore
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Spencer Radford
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Roads & infrastructure
Will the things I use every day actually get fixed?
Butch Moore
No website or social media listed
Not reviewed yet. Know something?
Spencer Radford
No website or social media listed
This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Spencer Radford named Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure; Road resurfacing and renewal
- Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure
- Road resurfacing and renewal
- Other BRT and transit priority corridors
- Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment
- Cycling network investment
“• Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure • Road resurfacing and renewal • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment • Cycling network investment”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford's infrastructure vision: “Residents will know when work is being done.
- Residents will know when work is being done.
- They'll get a clear explanation of why something is or isn't going on.
- The city will be backed by the Federal and Provincial government to have the reliable funds to fix our broken roads, sewers, and transit system infrastructure
“Residents will know when work is being done. They'll get a clear explanation of why something is or isn't going on. The city will be backed by the Federal and Provincial government to have the reliable funds to fix our broken roads, sewers, and transit system infrastructure”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford's infrastructure vision: “Residents will know when work is being done. They'll get a clear explanation of why something is or isn't going on. The city will be backed by the Federal and Provincial government to have the reliable funds to fix our broken roads,…
- Residents will know when work is being done.
- They'll get a clear explanation of why something is or isn't going on.
- The city will be backed by the Federal and Provincial government to have the reliable funds to fix our broken roads, sewers, and transit system infrastructure
“Residents will know when work is being done. They'll get a clear explanation of why something is or isn't going on. The city will be backed by the Federal and Provincial government to have the reliable funds to fix our broken roads, sewers, and transit system infrastructure”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford commits to advancing “The biggest issue is the communication between different departments when planning construction.
- The biggest issue is the communication between different departments when planning construction.
- Take the 417 closures Woodroffe and Pinecrest, and the construction work at Greenbank and Baseline.
- That didn't seem communicated at all, and we shouldn't have residents finally getting through one construction zone before landing in another a minute later.
“The biggest issue is the communication between different departments when planning construction. Take the 417 closures Woodroffe and Pinecrest, and the construction work at Greenbank and Baseline. That didn't seem communicated at all, and we shouldn't have residents finally getting through one construction zone before landing in another a minute later.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford says the City should require or evaluate No specific condition — assess the project on its overall merits for a new
- No specific condition — assess the project on its overall merits
“No specific condition — assess the project on its overall merits;”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford would prioritize Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas; Creek, culvert and drainage improvements
- Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas
- Creek, culvert and drainage improvements
- Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management
“• Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas • Creek, culvert and drainage improvements • Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford selected Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads
- Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads
- Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions
“• Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads • Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford 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
- Public transit — rail
“1. Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure 2. Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit 3. Public transit — rail 4. Renewal of existing roads and bridges 5. Pedestrian infrastructure and sidewalks 6. New or expanded roads 7. Truck and goods movement infrastructure 8. Cycling infrastructure”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford: 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford ranked “Vehicular / road infrastructure” as the transportation mode most deserving additional public investment.
- Vehicular / road infrastructure
- Transit — bus / BRT
- Transit — rail
“1. Vehicular / road infrastructure 2. Transit — bus / BRT 3. Transit — rail 4. Truck / goods movement 5. Cycling 6. Pedestrian”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford: 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford is undecided on a Kettle Island interprovincial bridge, saying more study is required.
- Undecided / more study required
“Undecided / more study required”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford names “Road Repair” as their second infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
- Road Repair
“Road Repair”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford supports increasing Ottawa's road resurfacing and road renewal budget during the next term of Council.
- Support
“Support”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford selected Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads; Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions as Ottawa's position on Highway 417 investment.
- Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads
- Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions
“• Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads • Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford: 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.
“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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford is undecided on, saying more information is required for transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation.
- Undecided / more information required
“Undecided / more information required”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford would prioritize Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas; Creek, culvert and drainage improvements; Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management for additional flood resilience investment.
- Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas
- Creek, culvert and drainage improvements
- Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management
“• Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas • Creek, culvert and drainage improvements • Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford says the City should require or evaluate No specific condition — assess the project on its overall merits for a new interprovincial crossing.
- No specific condition — assess the project on its overall merits
“No specific condition — assess the project on its overall merits;”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford named Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure; Road resurfacing and renewal; Other BRT and transit priority corridors; Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment; Cycling network investment among the five initiatives deserving the…
- Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure
- Road resurfacing and renewal
- Other BRT and transit priority corridors
- Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment
- Cycling network investment
“• Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure • Road resurfacing and renewal • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment • Cycling network investment”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford is undecided on, saying more information is required for transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174 to
- Undecided / more information required
“Undecided / more information required”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford names “Flood Resilience” as their first infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
- Flood Resilience
“Flood Resilience”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford: 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford commits to advancing “The biggest issue is the communication between different departments when planning construction. Take the 417 closures Woodroffe and Pinecrest, and the construction work at Greenbank and Baseline. That didn't seem communicated at all, and…
- The biggest issue is the communication between different departments when planning construction.
- Take the 417 closures Woodroffe and Pinecrest, and the construction work at Greenbank and Baseline.
- That didn't seem communicated at all, and we shouldn't have residents finally getting through one construction zone before landing in another a minute later.
“The biggest issue is the communication between different departments when planning construction. Take the 417 closures Woodroffe and Pinecrest, and the construction work at Greenbank and Baseline. That didn't seem communicated at all, and we shouldn't have residents finally getting through one construction zone before landing in another a minute later.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh ✓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.
Theresa Kavanagh's infrastructure vision: My infrastructure vision for Ottawa focuses on 3 main priorities: Safer streets for all road
- My infrastructure vision for Ottawa focuses on 3 main priorities: Safer streets for all road users: This includes traffic calming infrastructure to reduce…
- Reliable, affordable Public Transit.
- Better public transit benefits all road users- it makes streets less congested, parking easier, and streets are safer when there are fewer cars on the roads.
“My infrastructure vision for Ottawa focuses on 3 main priorities: Safer streets for all road users: This includes traffic calming infrastructure to reduce speeding on residential streets, more sidewalks, and improved cycling infrastructure to keep bikes separate from cars and pedestrians. Reliable, affordable Public Transit. Better public transit benefits all road users- it makes streets less congested, parking easier, and streets are safer when there are fewer cars on the roads. I will continue to press for and support measures that will make OC Transpo more reliable, affordable and accountable to riders and taxpayers. This includes advocating for specific improvements to increase route reliability, and better connections to major employment centres, like the DND Carling Campus, and other west end communities. Replacing or maintaining aging infrastructure we need to ensure stormwater and drainage infrastructure in older neighbourhoods is maintained or upgraded in order to deal with the impacts of increasingly frequent severe weather events.”
(several paragraphs)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh says the City should require or evaluate Acceptable environmental and land-use impacts for a new interprovincial crossing.
- Acceptable environmental and land-use impacts
“Acceptable environmental and land-use impacts;”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh named Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure; Road resurfacing and renewal; Other BRT and transit priority corridors; Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment; Cycling network investment among the five initiatives deserving the…
- Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure
- Road resurfacing and renewal
- Other BRT and transit priority corridors
- Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment
- Cycling network investment
“• Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure • Road resurfacing and renewal • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment • Cycling network investment”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh selected Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads
- Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads
- Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions
“• Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads • Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh names “Stormwater infrastructure and investments in making our city more flood resilient.” as their first infrastructure
- Stormwater infrastructure and investments in making our city more flood resilient.
“Stormwater infrastructure and investments in making our city more flood resilient.”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh would prioritize Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas; Stormwater management ponds and facilities; Creek
- Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas
- Stormwater management ponds and facilities
- Creek, culvert and drainage improvements
“• Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas • Stormwater management ponds and facilities • Creek, culvert and drainage improvements”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh ranked “Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure” as their #1 infrastructure investment priority.
- Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure
- Public transit — rail
- Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit
“1. Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure 2. Public transit — rail 3. Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit 4. Renewal of existing roads and bridges 5. Pedestrian infrastructure and sidewalks 6. Cycling infrastructure 7. New or expanded roads 8. Truck and goods movement infrastructure”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh ranked “Transit — rail” as the transportation mode most deserving additional public investment.
- Transit — rail
- Transit — bus / BRT
- Pedestrian
“1. Transit — rail 2. Transit — bus / BRT 3. Pedestrian 4. Vehicular / road infrastructure 5. Cycling 6. Truck / goods movement”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh would maintain approximately current planned investment increasing Ottawa's road resurfacing and road renewal budget during the next term of Council.
- Maintain approximately current planned investment
“Maintain approximately current planned investment”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh's infrastructure vision: “My infrastructure vision for Ottawa focuses on 3 main priorities: Safer streets for all road users: This includes traffic calming infrastructure to reduce speeding on residential streets, more sidewalks, and improved cycling…
- My infrastructure vision for Ottawa focuses on 3 main priorities: Safer streets for all road users: This includes traffic calming infrastructure to reduce…
- Reliable, affordable Public Transit.
- Better public transit benefits all road users- it makes streets less congested, parking easier, and streets are safer when there are fewer cars on the roads.
“My infrastructure vision for Ottawa focuses on 3 main priorities: Safer streets for all road users: This includes traffic calming infrastructure to reduce speeding on residential streets, more sidewalks, and improved cycling infrastructure to keep bikes separate from cars and pedestrians. Reliable, affordable Public Transit. Better public transit benefits all road users- it makes streets less congested, parking easier, and streets are safer when there are fewer cars on the roads. I will continue to press for and support measures that will make OC Transpo more reliable, affordable and accountable to riders and taxpayers. This includes advocating for specific improvements to increase route reliability, and better connections to major employment centres, like the DND Carling Campus, and other west end communities. Replacing or maintaining aging infrastructure we need to ensure stormwater and drainage infrastructure in older neighbourhoods is maintained or upgraded in order to deal with the impacts of increasingly frequent severe weather events.”
(several paragraphs)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh commented: “We should invest in improving existing roads and active transportation infrastructure, as well as prioritizing making public transit more reliable, affordable and accessible. Research shows that building more road space for cars does not alleviate…
- We should invest in improving existing roads and active transportation infrastructure, as well as prioritizing making public transit more reliable, affordable…
- Research shows that building more road space for cars does not alleviate congestion.
- This is called induced demand, where increasing road capacity leads to more vehicles on the road.
“We should invest in improving existing roads and active transportation infrastructure, as well as prioritizing making public transit more reliable, affordable and accessible. Research shows that building more road space for cars does not alleviate congestion. This is called induced demand, where increasing road capacity leads to more vehicles on the road. It means that the benefits of added car lanes or new roads are quickly negated by a corresponding rise in traffic. Conversely, providing better transit, safer spaces for riding a bike, and proper sidewalks increases their use, helping to reduce the reliance on cars and ease traffic congestion.”
(several paragraphs)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh: 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh supports, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms, transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation.
- 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh names “Stormwater infrastructure and investments in making our city more flood resilient.” as their first infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
- Stormwater infrastructure and investments in making our city more flood resilient.
“Stormwater infrastructure and investments in making our city more flood resilient.”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh would prioritize Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas; Stormwater management ponds and facilities; Creek, culvert and drainage improvements for additional flood resilience investment.
- Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas
- Stormwater management ponds and facilities
- Creek, culvert and drainage improvements
“• Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas • Stormwater management ponds and facilities • Creek, culvert and drainage improvements”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: “Study of an Ottawa ring road or regional bypass.”.
- Study of an Ottawa ring road or regional bypass.
“Study of an Ottawa ring road or regional bypass.”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh selected Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads; Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions as Ottawa's position on Highway 417 investment.
- Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads
- Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions
“• Prioritize interchange improvements connecting Highway 417 to City roads • Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh commits to advancing “I am committed to ensuring aging stormwater infrastructure is repaired or replaced. Our aging critical infrastructure is ill-equipped to manage the effect of climate-change induced severe weather events like we saw this summer. This is…
- I am committed to ensuring aging stormwater infrastructure is repaired or replaced.
- Our aging critical infrastructure is ill-equipped to manage the effect of climate-change induced severe weather events like we saw this summer.
- This is especially true in older communities like Bay Ward with most stormwater systems built over 60 years ago.
“I am committed to ensuring aging stormwater infrastructure is repaired or replaced. Our aging critical infrastructure is ill-equipped to manage the effect of climate-change induced severe weather events like we saw this summer. This is especially true in older communities like Bay Ward with most stormwater systems built over 60 years ago. I’ve been successful in getting improvements to stormwater and drainage infrastructure in Bay Ward neighbourhoods over the years, including improvements to the ditches in Lakeview. But more needs to be done. After the Canada Day storm, I worked with council colleagues to demand a full investigation to understand the causes of flooding, and steps the city can take to mitigate the impacts of future severe weather events. This investigation is ongoing, and I’ve been sharing residents’ concerns directly with staff to ensure all impacted neighbourhoods are heard. Following the investigation, I will ensure areas identified for repair or replacement are prioritized, so our neighbourhoods can be more resilient in the face of increasingly frequent severe weather events.”
(several paragraphs)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh: 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh would maintain approximately current planned investment increasing Ottawa's road resurfacing and road renewal budget
- Maintain approximately current planned investment
“Maintain approximately current planned investment”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh commented: “We should invest in improving existing roads and active transportation infrastructure
- We should invest in improving existing roads and active transportation infrastructure, as well as prioritizing making public transit more reliable, affordable…
- Research shows that building more road space for cars does not alleviate congestion.
- This is called induced demand, where increasing road capacity leads to more vehicles on the road.
“We should invest in improving existing roads and active transportation infrastructure, as well as prioritizing making public transit more reliable, affordable and accessible. Research shows that building more road space for cars does not alleviate congestion. This is called induced demand, where increasing road capacity leads to more vehicles on the road. It means that the benefits of added car lanes or new roads are quickly negated by a corresponding rise in traffic. Conversely, providing better transit, safer spaces for riding a bike, and proper sidewalks increases their use, helping to reduce the reliance on cars and ease traffic congestion.”
(several paragraphs)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh: Primarily renewal — Ottawa should prioritize repairing existing infrastructure before undertaking significant new
- 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh named Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure; Road resurfacing and renewal
- Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure
- Road resurfacing and renewal
- Other BRT and transit priority corridors
- Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment
- Cycling network investment
“• Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure • Road resurfacing and renewal • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment • Cycling network investment”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh opposes a new ring road or bypass.
- Oppose a new ring road or bypass
“Oppose a new ring road or bypass”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh commits to advancing “I am committed to ensuring aging stormwater infrastructure is repaired or replaced.
- I am committed to ensuring aging stormwater infrastructure is repaired or replaced.
- Our aging critical infrastructure is ill-equipped to manage the effect of climate-change induced severe weather events like we saw this summer.
- This is especially true in older communities like Bay Ward with most stormwater systems built over 60 years ago.
“I am committed to ensuring aging stormwater infrastructure is repaired or replaced. Our aging critical infrastructure is ill-equipped to manage the effect of climate-change induced severe weather events like we saw this summer. This is especially true in older communities like Bay Ward with most stormwater systems built over 60 years ago. I’ve been successful in getting improvements to stormwater and drainage infrastructure in Bay Ward neighbourhoods over the years, including improvements to the ditches in Lakeview. But more needs to be done. After the Canada Day storm, I worked with council colleagues to demand a full investigation to understand the causes of flooding, and steps the city can take to mitigate the impacts of future severe weather events. This investigation is ongoing, and I’ve been sharing residents’ concerns directly with staff to ensure all impacted neighbourhoods are heard. Following the investigation, I will ensure areas identified for repair or replacement are prioritized, so our neighbourhoods can be more resilient in the face of increasingly frequent severe weather events.”
(several paragraphs)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh supports, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms, transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road
- 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh: Neutral / case by case
- Neutral / case by case
“Neutral / case by case”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Economy
Will our main streets and local jobs thrive?
Butch Moore
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Spencer Radford
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Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
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Environment
Is the candidate protecting the nature we live in?
Butch Moore
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Spencer Radford
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Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
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Healthcare
Will there be a doctor and a hospital when we need one?
Butch Moore
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Spencer Radford
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Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
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Growth & development
How fast should we grow, and who decides what gets built where?
Butch Moore
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Spencer Radford
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Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
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Social & community services
Who looks after the most vulnerable residents?
Butch Moore
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Spencer Radford
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Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
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Active transportation
Can I walk and bike safely around town?
Butch Moore
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Spencer Radford
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This candidate has spoken about this issue more than once. Each statement is shown with its own source.
Spencer Radford 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford would emphasize Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors; Completing missing links in the existing cycling network in cycling network investment.
- Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors
- Completing missing links in the existing cycling network
“• Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors • Completing missing links in the existing cycling network”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford would emphasize Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors
- Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors
- Completing missing links in the existing cycling network
“• Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors • Completing missing links in the existing cycling network”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford names “Sidewalk and Pedestrian Infrastructure.” as their third infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
- Sidewalk and Pedestrian Infrastructure.
“Sidewalk and Pedestrian Infrastructure.”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Spencer Radford would reconsider cycling infrastructure investment after further review.
- Reconsider investment after further review
“Reconsider investment after further review”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh ✓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.
Theresa Kavanagh commented: “I will advocate for safer streets for all road users. This includes traffic calming to reduce speeding, more sidewalks, and improved cycling infrastructure to keep bikes separate from cars and pedestrians. Adding sidewalks and safe cycling lanes is…
- I will advocate for safer streets for all road users.
- This includes traffic calming to reduce speeding, more sidewalks, and improved cycling infrastructure to keep bikes separate from cars and pedestrians.
- Adding sidewalks and safe cycling lanes is just the first step- we also need to make sure these active transportation routes are regularly maintained.
“I will advocate for safer streets for all road users. This includes traffic calming to reduce speeding, more sidewalks, and improved cycling infrastructure to keep bikes separate from cars and pedestrians. Adding sidewalks and safe cycling lanes is just the first step- we also need to make sure these active transportation routes are regularly maintained. Bumpy roads and crumbling sidewalks aren’t safe or accessible. I will also fight for road repairs and improvements in Bay Ward.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh would increase Ottawa's cycling infrastructure investment during the next term.
- Increase investment
“Increase investment”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh names “Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment.” as their second infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.
- Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment.
“Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment.”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh would emphasize Connections to LRT and major transit stations in cycling network investment.
- Connections to LRT and major transit stations
“Connections to LRT and major transit stations;”
(one sentence)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh commented: “I will advocate for safer streets for all road users.
- I will advocate for safer streets for all road users.
- This includes traffic calming to reduce speeding, more sidewalks, and improved cycling infrastructure to keep bikes separate from cars and pedestrians.
- Adding sidewalks and safe cycling lanes is just the first step- we also need to make sure these active transportation routes are regularly maintained.
“I will advocate for safer streets for all road users. This includes traffic calming to reduce speeding, more sidewalks, and improved cycling infrastructure to keep bikes separate from cars and pedestrians. Adding sidewalks and safe cycling lanes is just the first step- we also need to make sure these active transportation routes are regularly maintained. Bumpy roads and crumbling sidewalks aren’t safe or accessible. I will also fight for road repairs and improvements in Bay Ward.”
(a few sentences)
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh 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 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Arts & culture
Does the candidate value what makes this place feel alive?
Butch Moore
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Spencer Radford
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Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
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Data centres
Should energy-hungry data centres be welcomed here?
Butch Moore
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Spencer Radford
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Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
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Water & waste
Is our drinking water safe and our waste handled?
Butch Moore
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Spencer Radford
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Spencer Radford is unsure about accelerating separation of remaining combined sewers.
- Unsure
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Unsure”
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
No website or social media listed
Theresa Kavanagh strongly supports accelerating separation of remaining combined sewers.
- Strongly support
Show their words & sourceHide (one sentence)
“Strongly support”
Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 7 · October 9, 2026
Confidence:High
Bylaw enforcement
Are the rules fair, and are they actually enforced?
Butch Moore
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Spencer Radford
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Theresa Kavanagh ✓Elected (official result)
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