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Public Survey
McArthur Avenue and Lafontaine Avenue Intersection Improvements

The City of Ottawa has retained WSP to develop a functional design for pedestrian safety improvements at the intersection of McArthur Avenue and Lafontaine Avenue. The objective of this project is to design a safer, more accessible intersection for vulnerable road users.  

We want to hear from you! This survey is an opportunity for you to share your observations of this intersection in order to help identify where improvements are needed. We appreciate your interest and contributions to this project. 

The survey is available online until June 8, 2022, and takes about 10-15 minutes to complete.

Privacy Notice:  Information will be collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). With the exception of personal information, all comments will be part of the public record. If you have accessibility requirements to participate in this project, please contact Caitlyn Prévost at Caitlyn.Prevost@ottawa.ca or (613)-809-2737
Project Study Area
Part A: Users and Connectivity
1.How frequently do you use this intersection? Select the option that is the best fit.
2.What are your reasons for using this intersection? Select all that apply.
3.What destinations in the area do you visit? Select all that apply.
4.What modes of transportation do you use when crossing this intersection? For each mode selected, how would you rank your level of comfort and safety? If you do not use a particular mode of transportation, please select not applicable (n/a).
Very comfortable and safe
Somewhat comfortable and safe
Neutral
Somewhat uncomfortable and unsafe
Very uncomfortable and unsafe
Not applicable (n/a)
Motorized Vehicle (Cars, Motorcycles, etc)
Public Transit (OC Transpo)
Cycling
Walking
Mobility Devices (e.g., Wheelchair)
Other Active Transportation Mode (Skateboards, Scooters, Rollerblades, etc.)
Part B: Site History and Safety
5.Have you experienced any incidents or “close-calls” which may have put your safety and wellbeing at risk at this intersection?
6.Are there any other observations or comments you wish to share with us about this intersection?
Part C: Improvement Options
7.In your opinion, what should be done to improve the McArthur Avenue and  Lafontaine Avenue intersection? Please rank the level of importance of each improvement.
Very important
Somewhat important
Neutral/No opinion
Somewhat unimportant
Very unimportant
Trimming trees or removing obstructions to make it easier for drivers to see pedestrians or other users
Improving lighting to make it easier for people to see each other at night
Making it easier for cyclists to make turns at the intersection (e.g., “bike boxes”)
Increasing the space available to pedestrians at the intersection, especially at the corners
Traffic signal measures to prioritize pedestrians (e.g., Display the “walk” for pedestrians before the “green” for cars)
Improving the quality of bus stops at the intersection
Adding measures to slow down turning vehicles (e.g. raised intersection, tighter corners)
Creating better connections between key destinations (e.g., residential areas and FreshCo Plaza)
Maintenance improvements (e.g., improved snow clearing / storage, improved drainage)
8.Are there any other improvements you would like to see at this intersection?
9.If you wish to be added to the study contact list to receive updates, including information about an online public open house, please provide your contact information below or contact Caitlyn Prévost at Caitlyn.Prevost@ottawa.ca or (613)-809-2737 (optional)