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Rob on the Wheels and Beyond Podcast with Ben Durham - Less Car It was a real pleasure to sit down with Ben Durham on the “Wheels and Beyond” podcast. The conversation started off with the interesting way we connected through his sister, Jamie, who happens to be a...

Our founder, @robattrell.bsky.social, was on the Wheels and Beyond podcast! He talks with host @ben-durham.bsky.social about the #LessCar philosophy, tackling car dependency in the suburbs, and creating more people-friendly neighbourhoods in #Ottawa. 🎧

How Orleans' Sidewalks Shape Our Community (and Our Car Dependency) - The New Orleans We often talk about grand urban plans and multi-million dollar transit projects when discussing how to make Orleans a better place. But sometimes, the biggest impact comes from the most fundamental el...

Sidewalks are key to building a vibrant, walkable community & reducing car dependency! 🚶‍♀️🚴‍♂️

Investing in pedestrian-friendly infrastructure means safer streets & a healthier environment for all. Let's make every step count!

theneworleans.ca/2025/07/10/h... #Orleans #Walkability

Keep it free? Pedestrianize Wellington and the Market year-round? The city was a ghost-town, can’t be good for business.

Our Neighbourhood’s Next Chapter: Why a Little Change is a Good Thing The Nebula | Home-based Business Rentals | Evospace | 845 Champlain A new multi-unit apartment building is currently being built in our neighbourhood, and it’s a frequent topic of conversation among locals. It’s not the first infill development, and it won’t be the last, but this one is right at the intersection of two main streets, so it’s more visible than most of these developments will be.

A new multi-unit apartment building is currently being built in our neighbourhood, and it’s a frequent topic of conversation among locals.

Instead of a threat, we should see this type of development as a sign of health—a necessary and positive step in the ongoing life of our community.

It's about applying the financial and design principles of those successful places to our own neighbourhoods. Let's build communities like Convent Glen in Orleans to be economically, socially, & environmentally resilient.
#UrbanPlanning #StrongTowns #Ottawa #LessCar

The Vacation Paradox: What Our Getaways Reveal About the Places We Build - Less Car As summer approaches, the annual ritual of vacation planning begins. For many, this means dreaming of destinations that offer a distinct break from the everyday. But as you map out your getaway to a b...

My new article, "The Vacation Paradox," 🏡🚗 is all about why we flock to walkable, amenity-rich destinations for vacation, yet build car-dependent places at home? This paradox holds key lessons for more resilient & joyful communities.

@envirocentre.bsky.social Let's Bike was a lot of fun! 320km for me. Mostly grocery trips and commutes. #bikeottawa #ottawa

My Delegation and Comments on the Transportation Master Plan - June 26, 2025 - Less Car On Thursday, I had the opportunity to speak to the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee (PWIC; formerly the Transportation Committee) about the final draft of Ottawa’s Transportation Master Plan....

I recently delegated to Ottawa's Public Works & Infrastructure Committee on the Transportation Master Plan! I championed transit, walking, and biking, but highlighted critical funding gaps for Orleans. #Orleans #Transportation

Watch the clip and read my full delegation: lesscar.ca/2025/06/27/m...

This kind of analysis is something @strongtownsottawa.ca has been working on to demonstrate the benefits of @strongtowns.org principles to municipal leaders in our city.

Orleans' Untapped Potential – St. Joseph vs Centretown - Less Car How a city organizes its space—its land use and population density—has a profound impact on its financial health and the daily lives of its residents. Denser, more compact urban areas are better able ...

In my new article, I break down how urbanizing St. Joseph Blvd in Orléans could bring in millions more in annual tax revenue for Ottawa, and make it a nicer place to be!

Read my full analysis, with the data to back it up from @pbickerton.bsky.social: lesscar.ca/2025/06/28/o... #Ottawa #Orleans