NCC says ‘miscommunication' behind Queen Elizabeth Driveway remaining closed for Redblacks traffic
Queen Elizabeth Driveway remained closed to vehicles at 6:30 p.m. Sunday. The NCC said 'there was miscommunication' that kept the road closed ahead of the Ottawa Redblacks Game at TD Place. (Josh Pringle/CTV News Ottawa)
The National Capital Commission says a 'miscommunication' resulted in Queen Elizabeth Driveway not being open to vehicles heading to the Ottawa Redblacks game Sunday evening.
Queen Elizabeth Driveway is closed to vehicles between Somerset Street and Fifth Avenue for NCC Weekend Bikedays on Sundays between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. The road is usually opened to accommodate traffic on Redblacks game days.
The Ottawa Redblacks hosted the Toronto Argos at 7 p.m. at TD Place.
At 5:15 p.m., the Redblacks said on social media it was 'aware that the NCC has not opened Queen Elizabeth Driveway between Fifth Avenue and Pretoria Bridge.'
'We're actively working with them to resolve the issue. In the meantime, fans are encouraged to use the Game Day shuttle, bike valet, or e-scooters to get to TD Place.'
In a post at 6:15 p.m., the NCC provided an update on the closure of Queen Elizabeth Driveway.
'There was a miscommunication regarding today's reopening of QED between Fifth Ave. and Pretoria. We're reopening that stretch to private vehicles now,' the NCC said on X.
'Thank you for your patience as we're working with partners to sort it out.'
Queen Elizabeth Driveway is one of two main roads that travel from downtown Ottawa to TD Place. The Redblacks are not running a shuttle bus from Ottawa City Hall to TD Place on game days this season due to the upcoming closure of Queen Elizabeth Driveway for construction.
Riverside South-Findlay Creek Coun. Steve Desroches urged Redblacks fans and 'affected neighbours' to 'send their feedback to the unelected representatives' at the NCC.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
CBC
an hour ago
- CBC
What does the Montreal Victoire roster look like post draft?
Montrealers open their arms to the London, Ont., defender and Clarkson alumna after she was selected as the Victoire's top pick in the 2025 PWHL draft.
CTV News
2 hours ago
- CTV News
Matthew Knies signs six-year extension with Maple Leafs worth US$46.5M: reports
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies (23) celebrates his goal against the Florida Panthers during third period, round two, game one NHL Stanley Cup playoff hockey action in Toronto on Monday, May 5, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn TORONTO — Matthew Knies is staying in Toronto. Knies has signed a six-year extension worth US$46.5 million with the Maple Leafs, according to several media reports. The left-winger had 29 goals and 29 assists in 78 regular-season games for Toronto in the 2024-25 campaign. He added five goals and two assists in 13 playoff games. Knies has 44 goals and 50 assists over 161 games over three seasons with the Maple Leafs. Toronto drafted Knies in the second round, 57th overall, in the 2021 NHL Draft. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 29, 2025.
CTV News
3 hours ago
- CTV News
Kids slam sixes in Windsor's first youth cricket tournament
Kids seen participating in Windsor's first youth Cricket tournament in Windsor, Ont. on June 29, 2025. (Robert Lothian/CTV News Windsor) Emotions and stakes were both high at the first organized youth cricket tournament in Windsor. Organized by the creators of the Border City Cricket League, the aged 10 to 14 tournament played out at Jackson Park on Sunday morning with about 20 kids participating. For Ayan Nauman, 11, his passion for the game has turned into an 'obsession' to always improve. When asked about his favourite part of the game, Nauman said it's 'everything' involved with playing the sport. 'Like batting, bowling, hitting sixes and fours,' Nauman said. While it was his first tournament, it won't be his last. 'Feels special, honestly, playing in the tournament, it's always fun to play and watch,' Nauman added. The inaugural tournament was made up of three teams who competed for medals. While adult cricket play has taken off in Windsor in recent years, the sport hasn't featured the same opportunities for youth. Kshitij Punj, the president of the Border City Cricket League (BCCL), said they wanted to create a little league to help grow the game, similar to baseball. 'We kind of found out that there is always that little gap that doesn't get covered because we don't have a youth program league going on,' Punj said. Because of the infrastructure created in recent years for adult play, Punj said it's now easier to facilitate youth play. The tournament featured all the fixings of international play to help give players extra motivation. 'We give out awards after every game, we do a little post-match presentation, just like an international game,' Punj noted. Off the field, players traded in their bat for a microphone and tried their hand at commentating. Initially, Punj said the youth game has seen hesitation from families, but they're hoping more exposure will help break down the barriers. 'So, all these cool things not only motivate kids, they also motivate families and parents to put their kids in,' he said. They're hoping to continue hosting tournaments this summer and eventually create more sustained league play.
