Sean Devine

Sean Devine would consider Increased federal infrastructure funding; Increased provincial infrastructure funding; Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure; Dedicated infrastructure levy; Public-private partnerships where appropriate; User fees or transportation-related…

• Increased federal infrastructure funding
• Increased provincial infrastructure funding
• Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure
• Dedicated infrastructure levy
• Public-private partnerships where appropriate
• User fees or transportation-related revenues

“• Increased federal infrastructure funding • Increased provincial infrastructure funding • Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure • Dedicated infrastructure levy • Public-private partnerships where appropriate • User fees or transportation-related revenues”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine names “Increasing the bus fleet and transit priority measures.” as their second infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.

• Increasing the bus fleet and transit priority measures.

“Increasing the bus fleet and transit priority measures.”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine assigns low priority to the western Stage 3 LRT extension toward Kanata and Stittsville.

• Low priority

“Low priority”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine would prioritize bus Rapid Transit projects such as Baseline BRT if Ottawa receives significant new transit funding.

• Bus Rapid Transit projects such as Baseline BRT

“Bus Rapid Transit projects such as Baseline BRT”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine commented: “My office has spent the past year circulating a proposal for an alternative to the current plans for Stage 3 LRT expansion - a proposal which would provide four times as much high-order transit (rail and BRT) than the current plan, and save hundreds of…

• My office has spent the past year circulating a proposal for an alternative to the current plans for Stage 3 LRT expansion - a proposal which would provide…

“My office has spent the past year circulating a proposal for an alternative to the current plans for Stage 3 LRT expansion - a proposal which would provide four times as much high-order transit (rail and BRT) than the current plan, and save hundreds of millions of dollars.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine commented: With Ottawa's population growing at its current rate, it's imperative that we prioritize transportation investment

• With Ottawa's population growing at its current rate, it's imperative that we prioritize transportation investment that moves the most people in the most…
• That's always going to lean towards prioritizing transit.

“With Ottawa's population growing at its current rate, it's imperative that we prioritize transportation investment that moves the most people in the most efficient manner. That's always going to lean towards prioritizing transit.”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine commented: My office has spent the past year circulating a proposal for an alternative to the current plans for Stage 3 LRT

• My office has spent the past year circulating a proposal for an alternative to the current plans for Stage 3 LRT expansion - a proposal which would provide…

“My office has spent the past year circulating a proposal for an alternative to the current plans for Stage 3 LRT expansion - a proposal which would provide four times as much high-order transit (rail and BRT) than the current plan, and save hundreds of millions of dollars.”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine commented: “With Ottawa's population growing at its current rate, it's imperative that we prioritize transportation investment that moves the most people in the most efficient manner. That's always going to lean towards prioritizing transit.”

• With Ottawa's population growing at its current rate, it's imperative that we prioritize transportation investment that moves the most people in the most…
• That's always going to lean towards prioritizing transit.

“With Ottawa's population growing at its current rate, it's imperative that we prioritize transportation investment that moves the most people in the most efficient manner. That's always going to lean towards prioritizing transit.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: “LRT Stage 3. Ottawa should give due consideration to the alternative transportation plan that my office has developed and broadly circulated.”.

• LRT Stage 3.
• Ottawa should give due consideration to the alternative transportation plan that my office has developed and broadly circulated.

“LRT Stage 3. Ottawa should give due consideration to the alternative transportation plan that my office has developed and broadly circulated.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine assigns highest priority — advance immediately to the Baseline BRT corridor across the Baseline–Heron corridor.

• Highest priority — advance immediately

“Highest priority — advance immediately”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine 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 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine ranked “Transit — bus / BRT” as the transportation mode most deserving additional public investment.

• Transit — bus / BRT
• Transit — rail
• Vehicular / road infrastructure

“1. Transit — bus / BRT 2. Transit — rail 3. Vehicular / road infrastructure 4. Cycling 5. Truck / goods movement 6. Pedestrian”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine 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 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine: 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 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine 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 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine names “Accelerating the renewal of Ottawa's critical infrastructure gap.” as their third infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.

• Accelerating the renewal of Ottawa's critical infrastructure gap.

“Accelerating the renewal of Ottawa's critical infrastructure gap.”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine: 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 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine commented: “If this is something that the Province wants to consider, then let them do it, but without the City's involvement. There is no broad support within the City for a ring road, and it does not do enough to meet our most critical transportation challenges.”

• If this is something that the Province wants to consider, then let them do it, but without the City's involvement.
• There is no broad support within the City for a ring road, and it does not do enough to meet our most critical transportation challenges.

“If this is something that the Province wants to consider, then let them do it, but without the City's involvement. There is no broad support within the City for a ring road, and it does not do enough to meet our most critical transportation challenges.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine ranked “Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure” as their #1 infrastructure investment priority.

• Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure
• Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit
• Renewal of existing roads and bridges

“1. Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure 2. Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit 3. Renewal of existing roads and bridges 4. Public transit — rail 5. Cycling infrastructure 6. New or expanded roads 7. Pedestrian infrastructure and sidewalks 8. Truck and goods movement infrastructure”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine selected Advocate for capacity or operational improvements at major bottlenecks; Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions as Ottawa's position on Highway 417 investment.

• Advocate for capacity or operational improvements at major bottlenecks
• Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions

“• Advocate for capacity or operational improvements at major bottlenecks • Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine's infrastructure vision: “My infrastructure vision for Ottawa centres on shifting from reactive fixes to smarter, proactive investments that eliminate multi-billion dollar funding gaps and ensure our assets last longer. Key actions include: Fix It Before It Fails:…

• My infrastructure vision for Ottawa centres on shifting from reactive fixes to smarter, proactive investments that eliminate multi-billion dollar funding gaps…
• Key actions include: Fix It Before It Fails: Prioritize early repairs, in-house service delivery, and smart asset management to properly maintain roads,…
• Close the Gap: Accelerate deferred projects using modern procurement practices and innovative financing options, such as green bonds.

“My infrastructure vision for Ottawa centres on shifting from reactive fixes to smarter, proactive investments that eliminate multi-billion dollar funding gaps and ensure our assets last longer. Key actions include: Fix It Before It Fails: Prioritize early repairs, in-house service delivery, and smart asset management to properly maintain roads, sewers, and facilities before failure occurs. Close the Gap: Accelerate deferred projects using modern procurement practices and innovative financing options, such as green bonds. Fight for Renewal: Secure a fair share of city funding for mature, growing neighborhoods like Ward 9 to upgrade long-neglected infrastructure and mitigate storm risks. Build Smarter: Adopt resilient, cost-effective solutions like permeable pavement and improved patching techniques to protect neighborhoods and cut long-term costs. By investing more, spending smarter, and delivering better, Ottawa can build a resilient foundation that supports growth and delivers lasting value to taxpayers.”

(several paragraphs)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a second initiative: “In Ward 9, I'm looking for a reconsideration of the multi-million dollar project for the re-design of Greenbank and West Hunt Club.”.

• In Ward 9, I'm looking for a reconsideration of the multi-million dollar project for the re-design of Greenbank and West Hunt Club.

“In Ward 9, I'm looking for a reconsideration of the multi-million dollar project for the re-design of Greenbank and West Hunt Club.”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine: 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 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine names Ensure that we get a thorough and honest assessment and set of recommendations coming out of the investigation into the

• Ensure that we get a thorough and honest assessment and set of recommendations coming out of the investigation into the Canada Day flooding, and then plan to…

“Ensure that we get a thorough and honest assessment and set of recommendations coming out of the investigation into the Canada Day flooding, and then plan to fund those stormwater resilience measures.”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine would prioritize Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management

• Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management
• Stormwater management ponds and facilities
• Other

“• Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management • Stormwater management ponds and facilities • Other”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Devine says Ottawa must do a better job protecting Ward 9 against storms after the Canada Day flooding.

• At the Knoxdale-Merivale Community Association debate (Nepean Sportsplex, ~200 residents), Devine framed his flood stance as better storm protection
• Knoxdale-Merivale was one of the three wards hardest hit by the Canada Day flooding, per city staff
• ottown notes no candidate has set out specific infrastructure spending commitments

“We can't stop a storm from coming, but we better damn well do a better job of protecting ourselves against them.”

(reported remarks)

Source: Flooding and Infrastructure Top Concerns in Knoxdale-Merivale Race (ottown; via Capital Current / Algonquin Times) · October 22, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine would not initiate a ring road or bypass study during the next term.

• No, do not initiate a study during the next term

“No, do not initiate a study during the next term”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine: 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 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine says the City should require or evaluate Other for a new interprovincial crossing.

• Other

“Other;”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine 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 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine 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 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine commits to advancing “Augmenting Ward 9's and Ottawa's infrastructure resilience to extreme weather.” if elected.

• Augmenting Ward 9's and Ottawa's infrastructure resilience to extreme weather.

“Augmenting Ward 9's and Ottawa's infrastructure resilience to extreme weather.”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine would prioritize Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management; Stormwater management ponds and facilities; Other for additional flood resilience investment.

• Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management
• Stormwater management ponds and facilities
• Other

“• Green infrastructure, permeable surfaces and natural stormwater management • Stormwater management ponds and facilities • Other”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine named Baseline BRT; Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure; Road resurfacing and renewal; Other BRT and transit priority corridors; Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment among the five initiatives deserving the greatest attention.

• Baseline BRT
• Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure
• Road resurfacing and renewal
• Other BRT and transit priority corridors
• Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment

“• Baseline BRT • Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure • Road resurfacing and renewal • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine names “Ensure that we get a thorough and honest assessment and set of recommendations coming out of the investigation into the Canada Day flooding, and then plan to fund those stormwater resilience measures.” as their first infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.

• Ensure that we get a thorough and honest assessment and set of recommendations coming out of the investigation into the Canada Day flooding, and then plan to…

“Ensure that we get a thorough and honest assessment and set of recommendations coming out of the investigation into the Canada Day flooding, and then plan to fund those stormwater resilience measures.”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a second initiative: “In Ward 9

• In Ward 9, I'm looking for a reconsideration of the multi-million dollar project for the re-design of Greenbank and West Hunt Club.

“In Ward 9, I'm looking for a reconsideration of the multi-million dollar project for the re-design of Greenbank and West Hunt Club.”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine supports, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms, transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174 to

• Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms

“Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine's infrastructure vision: “My infrastructure vision for Ottawa centres on shifting from reactive fixes to smarter

• My infrastructure vision for Ottawa centres on shifting from reactive fixes to smarter, proactive investments that eliminate multi-billion dollar funding gaps…
• Key actions include: Fix It Before It Fails: Prioritize early repairs, in-house service delivery, and smart asset management to properly maintain roads,…
• Close the Gap: Accelerate deferred projects using modern procurement practices and innovative financing options, such as green bonds.

“My infrastructure vision for Ottawa centres on shifting from reactive fixes to smarter, proactive investments that eliminate multi-billion dollar funding gaps and ensure our assets last longer. Key actions include: Fix It Before It Fails: Prioritize early repairs, in-house service delivery, and smart asset management to properly maintain roads, sewers, and facilities before failure occurs. Close the Gap: Accelerate deferred projects using modern procurement practices and innovative financing options, such as green bonds. Fight for Renewal: Secure a fair share of city funding for mature, growing neighborhoods like Ward 9 to upgrade long-neglected infrastructure and mitigate storm risks. Build Smarter: Adopt resilient, cost-effective solutions like permeable pavement and improved patching techniques to protect neighborhoods and cut long-term costs. By investing more, spending smarter, and delivering better, Ottawa can build a resilient foundation that supports growth and delivers lasting value to taxpayers.”

(several paragraphs)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine named Baseline BRT; Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure; Road resurfacing and renewal

• Baseline BRT
• Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure
• Road resurfacing and renewal
• Other BRT and transit priority corridors
• Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment

“• Baseline BRT • Accelerated sewer separation and flood resilience infrastructure • Road resurfacing and renewal • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine selected Advocate for capacity or operational improvements at major bottlenecks

• Advocate for capacity or operational improvements at major bottlenecks
• Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions

“• Advocate for capacity or operational improvements at major bottlenecks • Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine would maintain approximately current cycling infrastructure investment.

• Maintain approximately current investment

“Maintain approximately current investment”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine would emphasize Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors; Connections to schools

• Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors
• Connections to schools, recreation facilities and community destinations

“• Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors • Connections to schools, recreation facilities and community destinations”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Sean Devine would emphasize Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors; Connections to schools, recreation facilities and community destinations in cycling network investment.

• Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors
• Connections to schools, recreation facilities and community destinations

“• Protected cycling infrastructure on major corridors • Connections to schools, recreation facilities and community destinations”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 9 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High