Project Name
Overbrook & Castle Heights Community Sustainability Plan (CSP)
Objective
Identify environmental sustainability challenges and develop community-led projects to improve environmental, social, and economic sustainability in the neighbourhood.
Location
Overbrook and Castle Heights neighbourhoods, Ottawa, ON
Timeline
2022-01-15 to 2022-01-31
Contact Information
info@ecocityottawa.ca
obec-evbo.ca
Organization
Ottawa Biosphere Eco-City (OBEC) in partnership with Overbrook Community Association
Themes
Status
PastTools used
Overview
1. Problem
Overbrook and Castle Heights face challenges including limited tree canopy, urban heat islands, food insecurity, transportation safety, and waste reduction.
2. Action
OBEC held an online community workshop on January 15, 2022 with residents, community organizations, and sustainability advocates, structured around climate and conservation, food security and urban agriculture, energy and transportation, waste management, and design and sense of place.
3. Outcome
The plan proposes projects like pollinator gardens, improved local food access, active transportation, recycling, and composting, serving as a living document that guides ongoing community action.
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