Barnes: Official Plan – fast-tracking sprawl would contradict Ottawa's climate commitments

On May 27, Ottawa Council will make its most important environmental decision this term. At issue is whether or not to expand the city's urban boundary and fast-track urban sprawl. Because of the many impacts of sprawl – on climate action, green space, biodiversity, trees and transit – the votes cast by the mayor and councillors could well define the environmental legacy of their entire careers. Read More