Albert and Slater Streets Improvement Project

Albert and Slater Streets improvement project (Bay Street to Elgin Street)
Contract no. CP000317

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Project description

The City of Ottawa is undertaking the detailed design and construction of Albert and Slater Streets (between Bay Street and Elgin Street), as an opportunity to repurpose this corridor following the launch and on-going operation of the Confederation Line Light Rail Transit (LRT). With the removal of rapid bus transit from these streets, this project will incorporate watermain reconstruction/refurbishments, resurfacing of Albert Street, as well as the implementation of cycling facilities.

This project aims to implement the vision from the Downtown Moves: Transforming Ottawa’s Streets, which was approved by Council on March 27, 2013. The overall plan aims to make walking, cycling and transit use more comfortable and convenient by redistributing and improving the streetscape environment.

The project limits are:

• Albert Street, between Bay and Elgin streets
• Slater Street, between Bay and Elgin streets

Watermain work will include:

• Replacement of the watermain along Albert Street from east of Bay Street to west of Bank Street.
• Replacement of the watermain along Slater Street from east of Bay Street to Lyon Street, and from Kent Street to west of Elgin Street.
• Replacement of the watermain on Kent Street between Albert Street and Slater Street.
• Replacement of the watermain on Metcalfe Street between Albert Street and Slater Street.
• Cathodic protection of the watermain on Albert Street between Bank Street and Elgin Street, and on Slater Street between Lyon Street and Kent Street

Surface works are planned related to transportation improvements to repurpose the Albert and Slater streets corridor.

Upgrades to the corridors will include:

• Removal of the existing transit lanes on Albert and Slater streets.
• Introduction of physically separated bike lanes, with a mixture of separation from general traffic using precast curbs, cast-in-place islands, and raised cycle tracks.
• Reconstructed transit stops along Albert and Slater streets to accommodate new cycling facilities and adhere to accessibility guidelines.
• Introduction of bicycle signals at signalized intersections.
• Modifications to the intersection of Elgin Street and Slater Street to connect a new eastbound cycling facility on Slater Street to the new cycling facility on the Mackenzie King Bridge (subject to Federal Approvals).
• Localized areas of sidewalk renewal
•  Resurfacing of Albert Street

Project timing

Design assignment completion: late winter 2025
Construction start: tentatively planned to start in late spring / early summer 2025, pending budget approval
Construction completion: fall 2027

Project budget

Approved project funds to date: approximately $1.9 million

Accessibility

Accessibility is an important consideration for the City of Ottawa. The City makes every effort to provide access through and around construction sites. If you require a disability-related accommodation, please contact the project team. Accessible formats and communication supports are available, upon request.

Safety

The City of Ottawa is committed to safety in and around project sites. The project team continues to work closely with the industry and to comply with recommendations provided by municipal, provincial and federal health officials, as well as the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.

For any emergency outside normal working hours on weekdays and weekends, call the City at 3-1-1.
Should you have any inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact:

City Project Manager
Jonathan Pach, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Infrastructure Projects
Design and Construction - Municipal
Tel: 613-580-2424, ext. 23188