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Ottawa Citizen
2 days ago
- Business
- Ottawa Citizen
City officials unveil converted office building as 'major milestone' in transitional housing
Article content 'This also represents a fundamental transformation of our shelter system… it is fundamentally different from the traditional shelter system,' Troster said. Article content Article content 'We know that homelessness is a problem that all of us need to solve, and I hope this will be a lesson to the rest of the community that these kinds of facilities help build community, they can integrate seamlessly into our community, and that they are a good thing and we need more of them. Article content 'We want enough permanent affordable housing for everyone, but in the meantime, people need a safe place to land when they come to Ottawa to start a new life,' Troster said. Article content Troster called it an 'ideal location' on Queen Street near the corner of Bank Street, close to the LRT, transit, downtown amenities and 'literally across street' from the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada offices, which are located at 235 Queen St. Article content Article content The project transformed 30,000 square feet of vacant office space into a transitional housing facility with four levels, including a lobby. Article content The top three floors of the building feature 'sleeping pods' equipped with a bed, four partial-height walls, a curtain for the entrance, a personal locker and an individual reading light. Article content Programming will be operated by CCI Ottawa, which also manages the St-Joseph Transitional Housing Program, and the organization will offer 'a supportive environment at the facility, including essentials such as meals and direct on-site services.' Article content The facility will also provide social and skill development services that 'facilitate the transition to permanent housing,' according to a news release. Article content Article content Myriam Mekhi, CEO of CCI Ottawa, said the facility will have 35 staff members onsite, including crisis counselling and employment counselling. Most of the temporary residents will be asylum seekers, Mekhi said. Article content Article content 'We're doing everything we can to support newcomers as they arrive in our city,' Sutcliffe said. 'Ottawa is and continues to be a welcoming city. We're going to do everything we can to support new people as they arrive in our city, to contribute to our community, to seek refuge from other places — that's what we've always done, that's we'll always do.' Article content Dudas said the Queen Street conversion 'is just one part of the puzzle.' Article content 'The city and city staff have been working at all ends to make sure we are acquiring and opening up new opportunities,' Dudas said. 'There's a new transitional housing facility on St-Joseph Blvd. that will eventually see about 150 individuals there. There is a facility on Corkstown Road that has welcomed families into the community. We have (a supportive housing proposal for) Kilborn Place, which is a work in progress, and those are just a couple examples of the work the city is doing to put words into action and making sure everyone in our city who needs a place to stay has a safe place to be.' Article content
Straits Times
2 days ago
- General
- Straits Times
Power distribution system may be linked to Bukit Panjang LRT disruption: SMRT
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox The Power Scada system plays a key role in monitoring and controlling power distribution across the LRT line. SINGAPORE - A system that monitors and controls power distribution may be linked to the power trip that caused service on the Bukit Panjang LRT (BPLRT) system to be disrupted for almost three hours on July 3. In a post on train operator SMRT's Facebook page on July 4 , Mr Lam Sheau Kai, the president of SMRT Trains, said preliminary investigations found that the power trip could be linked to the Power Scada system . The system plays a key role in monitoring and controlling power distribution across the LRT line, enhancing the safety and reliability of train operations, he added. Mr Lai said the Power Scada system had developed a fault, which then affected the E mergency Trip System (ETS) and caused the traction power on the LRT line to be tripped. The system is part of the BPLRT Power Renewal Project , which is targeted for completion by end 2026. Mr Lam said LTA and SMRT are conducting an investigation to address the issue, which includes a comprehensive design review of the system to enhance network stability. 'We will continue to closely monitor the system as the renewal works progress,' he said. 'On behalf of the BPLRT renewal project team, we apologise for the inconvenience caused and thank commuters for their patience and understanding,' added Mr Lam. On July 3 , a power fault led to a disruption at all stations on the BPLRT line. Train services were stalled from about 8.50am and progressively resumed from 11.30am. As a result of the power fault, five trains were stalled between stations, while seven trains were stationary at platforms, said Mr Lam. Commuters who were on trains stalled on the track were guided by SMRT employees to the nearest station, he added. To allow the resumption of train services, Mr Lam said the ETS was bypassed, which reinstated traction power to the trains. Additional staff were also deployed to man all stations till the end of the day as an added safety measure, he added.
BusinessToday
2 days ago
- BusinessToday
3 Highways, 15 Major Roads In KL Diverted For ASEAN Event From 8-12 July
Commuters in Kuala Lumpur and the broader Klang Valley are advised to brace for significant traffic disruptions as police announce extensive road closures and diversions to facilitate the upcoming ASEAN Foreign Ministers Summit. The high-level regional meeting will necessitate rerouting traffic on three major highways leading into the city and across 15 key roads within the Klang Valley. The Kuala Lumpur Traffic Police confirmed that these measures are crucial to ensure the smooth flow of delegates and maintain security throughout the summit period. While specific dates for the diversions were not detailed in the initial announcement, they are expected to coincide with the summit's official schedule. Motorists are strongly urged to plan their journeys in advance, explore alternative routes, and strictly adhere to directives from traffic police and enforcement personnel on duty. To minimise inconvenience, the public is highly encouraged to utilize public transportation options, such as the LRT, MRT, and KTM Komuter services, for travel within the affected areas. Further updates on specific road closures and real-time traffic conditions are expected to be disseminated through police official channels and major traffic information platforms. Public cooperation is vital to ensure the security and success of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers Summit. Related
Rakyat Post
2 days ago
- General
- Rakyat Post
Kelana Jaya LRT Services Resume After Man Falls Onto Tracks At Subang Alam Station
Subscribe to our FREE Rail services on the Kelana Jaya LRT line resumed at 10:22 a.m. today (4 July) after a temporary disruption caused by a passenger who fell onto the tracks earlier in the morning. The incident occurred at 8.02 am at Subang Alam LRT station when a passenger entered the track area as a train was approaching the platform, according to Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd. Based on preliminary information, the individual is suspected to have attempted self-harm by jumping into the track area. Emergency response teams comprising personnel from the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (BOMBA) and the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) were deployed to the scene immediately after receiving reports from Rapid Rail operations. The passenger was successfully rescued but sustained serious injuries and was taken to Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital in Klang for further treatment. 'Police are conducting a detailed investigation into the incident, and Rapid Rail will provide its full cooperation to assist in the investigation,' the rail operator said. The company also apologised for any inconvenience caused to passengers during the service disruption and thanked the public for their patience and cooperation. Latest in A Series of Track Incidents This marks the latest in a series of similar incidents on Malaysia's rail network this year. In February, a blind man fell onto the tracks at Titiwangsa LRT station and was struck by a train, resulting in his death. Last month, a Taiwanese man in his 60s fell onto the tracks at Pusat Bandar Puchong LRT station and was run over by a train. Rail services were suspended for approximately two hours and 20 minutes before normal operations resumed. The Ministry of Transport has mandated the Platform screen doors will act as physical barriers between passengers and the train tracks, significantly reducing the risk of accidents at LRT stations. Kes lelaki warga Taiwan digilis tren di stesen LRT, kes kedua tahun ni. Kes pertama yg menyayat hati, warga oku buta penglihatan. Sama jugak jatuh dekat stesen LRT 🥲 Sangat bahaya sebab tak berpagar. — m (@paleflwr) READ MORE : Parts of this story have been sourced from Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Malay Mail
Man suffers serious head injuries after falling onto Kelana Jaya LRT tracks at Subang Alam station
SHAH ALAM, July 4 – A 27-year-old man sustained serious head injuries after falling onto the Kelana Jaya Line LRT tracks at Subang Alam station in Section 27 here this morning. New Straits Times cited Selangor Fire and Rescue Department assistant operations director Ahmad Mukhlis Mokhtar saying they received an emergency call at 8.07am and deployed a team of eight personnel from the Shah Alam station. 'A team from the Shah Alam Fire and Rescue Department comprising eight personnel, along with a fire engine and an Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS) vehicle, were despatched to the scene and arrived nine minutes later,' he said. 'The operations commander said members of the public had already pulled the man from the tracks before rescuers arrived.' Mukhlis said the victim was given initial treatment at the scene by the EMRS unit while waiting for Health Ministry medical personnel to arrive. Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd said in a separate statement that the incident involved a passenger who had trespassed onto the tracks at the station. It said emergency responders carried out rescue operations, leading to temporary disruptions on the Kelana Jaya Line. The line returned to service around 10.22am. 'Trains from Putra Heights are now terminating at Alam Megah station before turning back, and trains from Gombak are also ending their journey at Alam Megah before returning to Gombak,' it said.
