Lansdowne 2.0: Crucial step for project approved by council [Video]

Ottawa’s city council has approved a crucial step for the multi-million dollar Lansdowne 2.0 project.

Council voted to move forward with approving the procurement delivery model of the $419.5-million project, with 19 councillors voting for and six voting against. Mayor Mark Sutcliffe was among the yes votes.

Earlier this month, the city’s finance committee voted 10-2 with approving the crucial step for the project, which will determine the design and construction of a new 5,500-seat event centre and new north side stands at TD Place Stadium.

Council was also asked to approve an additional $4 million to prepare design drawings for both the north side stands and the event centre and to cover costs for outside assistance, including legal advice, from experts.