Traffic and Transportation Committee

About the Traffic and Transportation Committee

The IPCA Traffic and Transportation Committee focuses on making Island Park Drive safer and more accessible for everyone—whether walking, biking, driving, or using public transit. Led by the Traffic & Transportation Chair, the committee monitors road safety concerns, works with city and federal partners, and advocates for traffic calming and infrastructure improvements. Its goal is to ensure community voices are heard in decisions that affect mobility and safety.

Committee Members

Vacant

Co-chair

Vacant

Co-chair

Committee Chair Role – Traffic and Transportation

The Chair oversees traffic, road safety, and active transportation issues, advocating for improvements and ensuring the community’s concerns are raised with relevant authorities.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor traffic patterns, speeding, and congestion
Liaise with City transportation staff, National Capital Commission, RCMP and Ottawa Police.
Develop and advocate for safer pedestrian and cycling infrastructure
Present traffic calming solutions to the Board and City
Present IPCA traffic safety recommendation to the NCC, City and Board.
Represent the IPCA externally at meetings, events and conferences related to City of Ottawa Traffic.

Committee Responsibilities:

Collect community feedback on transportation issues
Identify and prioritize trouble areas or intersections
Coordinate studies or surveys if needed
Advocate for public transit improvements and reduced cut-through traffic