Ottawa Light Rail Transit Expansion

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:transportation
gptkbp:accessibility Wheelchair accessible
gptkbp:annual_ridership Increased ridership expected
gptkbp:benefits Improved public transit access
gptkbp:bus_connections gptkb:Yes
gptkbp:challenges Funding and construction delays
gptkbp:community_engagement Ongoing
gptkbp:community_feedback Incorporated into planning
gptkbp:community_impact Reduced traffic congestion
gptkbp:community_partnerships Developed with local organizations
gptkbp:community_support Strong community support
gptkbp:connects existing light rail system
gptkbp:construction_started gptkb:2019
gptkbp:design Various contractors
gptkbp:development_cost $4.66 billion CAD
gptkbp:economic_impact Job creation
gptkbp:environmental_impact Completed
Less air pollution
gptkbp:expansion_plans Phase 3 proposed
gptkbp:funding gptkb:City_of_Ottawa
Federal and provincial government
gptkbp:has_public_transport gptkb:Yes
gptkbp:historical_achievement Phase 1 completed in 2019
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Ottawa Light Rail Transit Expansion
gptkbp:impact Temporary road closures
gptkbp:is_tested_for Phase 2
gptkbp:length approximately 44 kilometers
gptkbp:local_economy Supports local businesses
gptkbp:location gptkb:Ottawa,_Canada
gptkbp:operator gptkb:OC_Transpo
gptkbp:project gptkb:City_of_Ottawa
Enhance mobility
Regularly communicated to public
Expected in 2026
2019-2026
gptkbp:public_awareness Implemented
gptkbp:safety_measures Enhanced safety protocols
gptkbp:safety_record Focus on safety during construction
gptkbp:service_area Eastern and Western Ottawa
gptkbp:service_frequency High frequency
gptkbp:service_type gptkb:commuter_rail
gptkbp:stakeholders City officials
gptkbp:stations gptkb:24
gptkbp:status Under construction
gptkbp:support Conducted
gptkbp:sustainability_efforts Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
gptkbp:transportation Improves transportation efficiency
Encourages public transit use
Part of Ottawa's public transport network
gptkbp:uses_technology Electric trains
gptkbp:year 2026
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Bechtel_Power_Corporation
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6