Ottawa Now - Delegations begin as the fate of Lansdowne 2.0 looms large
October 29, 2025
The city’s Finance and Corporate Services Committee is scheduled to hear from 88 delegations this afternoon, as the future of Lansdowne 2.0 is heavily discussed over the coming days and weeks. These delegates are sharing their views on the $418.8 million project, levelling criticism and concerns. If you had a seat at the table, what would your main questions be? Do you think this project is money well spent? Toon Dressen is the President of Architects DCA, as well as a former President for the Ontario Association of Architects. He joins Kristy Cameron on today’s Ottawa Now.
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