Access to Federal Properties by the Public and Third Parties

Transcription

1 Access to Federal Properties by the Public and Third Parties Collaboration to Deal with Access Real Property Institute of Canada- RP Workshop November 2011 By: Marie Boulet, Director Gatineau Park and Greenbelt National Capital Commission

2 Agenda Overview of Canada s Capital Greenbelt Objectives and collaboration opportunities Natural Environment Outdoor Recreation Sustainable Agriculture Built Facilities Conclusion

3 Overview of the Greenbelt

4 History of the Greenbelt Creation directed through 1950 Greber Plan Establish a rural greenbelt Dedicated to agriculture, establishment of large properties for natural areas and government institutions Acquired

5 GREENBELT CHALLENGES Urban growth Transportation links between inner and outer communities Dumping and encroachments Stormwater / erosion Ecological integrity and continuity Wildlife management

6 GREENBELT CHALLENGES Recreational pressures Farming in an urban context Farming practices Farming on leased properties Managing Greenbelt assets (buildings, infrastructure)

7 Greenblet Master Plan Review Decision making tool for daily land use management Describes the purpose, the role and the functions for decision making Gives direction on the long-term use and development of the Greenbelt

8 VISION STATEMENT «The Greenbelt will forever protect natural systems, agriculture and opportunities for outdoor recreation and education that will inspire Canadians and contribute to the sustainability and quality of life in Canada s Capital Region.»

9 Four Roles Natural Environment Outdoor Recreation Sustainable Agriculture Built Facilities

10 Role 1 - Natural Environment

11 MER BLEUE BOG A Special Place

12 Area of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI)

13 SHIRLEYS BAY Important bird migration route along the Ottawa River

14 Collaboration Opportunities For Natural Environment Scientific Research - carbon dynamics of peatlands - impact of greenhouse gas emissions - earth magnetic field - ecology: beaver, insect, birds, etc. - sand dune Citizen Science Conservation Authorities Research permits

15 Collaboration Opportunities For Natural Environment EDUCATION AND RESEARCH Global Climate Change Research

16 Role 2- Outdoor Recreation 3.5 million visits per year Wide-ranging mix of recreational opportunities and facilities within the Greenbelt >150 km existing trails - linked Trails for hiking, cycling, skiing, snow-shoeing Facilities : boat launch, picnicking, sportsfields, community centre, camping, equestrian centre, tobogganing, off-leash dog-walking Log farm, farm visit experiences

17 Mer Bleue 1.2 km Boardwalk A Popular Visitor Site

18 RECREATION- Summer Activities

19 Golf and Driving Ranges

20 Collaboration Opportunities for Outdoor Recreation Interpretation and education Educational filed trips 2 Community groups maintain ski trails Community monitoring - 20 Community Associations Partnership with municipalitytoboggan hills, camping.. Private partnerships/ lease golf course, equestrian centers Educational field trips

21 Role 3 Sustainable Agriculture 62 farms, 56 leased ~ 30% of Greenbelt ~ 6200 ha High Capability Lands Class 1, 2, 3 lands ~ 3840 ha Class 4 lands ~ 1350 ha Land and building investments i.e. houses, barns, tile drainage

22 AGRICULTURE Greenhouses Horses Berries/fruits Orchard Pick-your-own Sell to local markets Organic

23 Fresh produce from the Greenbelt

24 Collaboration Opportunities Sustainable Agriculture Change relationship from tenant to partner Selection of tenant farmers Training and coaching Local food market development Incubator Farms- Just food

25 Federal Institutions Provide range of functions research, training and operations that need the space and privacy available within a rural setting NRCan, CANMET CFIA, AAFC DND, RCMP Note airport, other commercial/institutional facilities such as Queensway Carleton Hospital, Nortel, Nepean Sportsplex

26 ROADS within the GREENBELT

27 Collaboration Opportunities for Built Facilities Work with other federal owners (DND, Communication Research Center, CANMET,..) to ensure protection and conservation of natural areas Continue discussion with Airport for reducing fragmentation of Greenbelt Transportation Cumulative Impact Study partnership with the City of Ottawa Storm Water Management Work Group

28 CONCLUSION Key Success Factors: long-term perspective flexibility co-ordination & collaboration leadership political support & commitment

29 Location, location, location