Ottawa’s LRT Transit Stage 2 is Still On Track for Orleans!

The second phase of the Ottawa Light Rail Transit (LRT) project has been in the works for years. After a long wait, we finally have the construction on the first part of this project in Orleans and believe it or not it is still on track for opening in 2024, unlike the West end line. This project brings exciting news to transit riders and commuters alike, who can expect more efficient travel as well as fewer delays and issues.

Stage 2 of the LRT Project 

The second stage of the Ottawa LRT Project will bring two new lines to the city. The first line, called Trillium Line Phase 2, will extend from Tunney’s Pasture Station all the way to Riverside South. This line will add 11 kilometers of track and eight new stations to Ottawa’s existing light rail system. The second line, called Confederation Line Phase 2A/2B, will extend from Blair Station to Trim Road in Orleans, with an extension planned from there to Place d’Orleans Shopping Centre. This line will add 18 kilometers of track and 10 new stations. 

Efficiency & Less Issues 

With these new lines coming into play, many commuters and transit riders can look forward to reduced travel times and hopefully greater efficiency when using public transport in Ottawa. We all know the issues that we’ve had with the current system. Additionally, since both lines are currently progressing well and the majority of the work has been completed, there should be less disruption caused by construction for residents living near these new routes. Currently estimated completion date for both lines is 2024 – just a few short years away! 

Sens at LeBreton? 

Perhaps one of the most exciting prospects proposed by Stage 2 is a station at LeBreton Flats – Maybe the new home of the Ottawa Senators. As we know the team is currently in the progress of accepting bids and will be sold sooner rather than later. The LRT from Orleans to LeBreton will make it a less time consuming and stressful commute to Senators games going forward. Nobody enjoys driving from Orleans to Kanata for the current games especially with the log jammed parking lot. 

Ottawa’s Light Rail Transit project is seemingly moving full steam ahead towards its goal of bringing more efficient public transport options to our city’s residents. Construction on Stage 2 is slated for completion in 2024 which means it won’t be too long until everyone starts benefiting from better commute times as well as fewer issues due to construction disruptions – especially those living near the proposed routes. Plus with talk beginning about a possible station at Lebreton Flats; Sens fans might have something extra special to look forward to! All things considered – it looks like things are shaping up nicely for public transportation in our nation’s capital! Hopefully they have learned from all the issues with the Stage 1 project. Are you looking to buy a home close to the LRT, contact Marc-Andre for more information!