Debate over ‘sprung structures’ continues as Barrhaven residents gather to oppose proposal [Video]

Dozens of residents gathered in Barrhaven on Sunday afternoon to push back on a city proposal to build a tent-like structure to house asylum seekers.

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The City of Ottawa has shortlisted the area of Greenbank Road and Highbury Park Drive for the construction of a “sprung structure” to help provide emergency welcoming and additional transitional housing capacity to accommodate “unprecedented levels” of migration into Ottawa.

Barrhaven has been shortlisted from 70 possible locations across Ottawa for the construction of the shelters. Alta Vista and Orléans had also been considered as potential sites.

The modular fabric buildings could house up to 150 beds and have ignited controversy with many residents, with some citing safety concerns and others advocating for more permanent housing solutions.

A rally took place in Barrhaven on Sunday, attended by MPP Lisa MacLeod and local councillor …