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Public lands development pilot
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) has been exploring how to best redevelop 2 properties at Tunney’s Pasture in Ottawa, Ontario, through the public lands development pilot.
PSPC thanks all who participated at the public lands development pilot’s September 22, 2025, Industry Day and those who provided subsequent feedback.
The feedback has been invaluable to understand industry and stakeholder views in how the government can support accelerated housing development.
PSPC has shared the feedback received with federal partners, including Build Canada Homes, which is now leading federal efforts to accelerate housing development on federal lands, to inform next steps.
Calls for proposals
We are seeking proposals from organizations or businesses on how some of the properties listed in the Canada Public Land Bank can be used to create new, affordable, sustainable, accessible and socially inclusive housing. With the land bank, housing providers may access land through different types of transactions, such as long-term lease at a discount.
Canada Lands Company
Canada Lands Company has several of its properties listed in the Canada Public Land Bank. As well, Canada Lands Company has other opportunities available.
Access Canada Lands Company information
National Capital Commission
The National Capital Commission has launched a call for proposals for 1 property listed in the Canada Public Land Bank:
Ottawa – 1200 Ledbury Avenue
Access the National Capital Commission call for proposals
Call for housing solutions survey
The call for housing solutions survey was launched in August 2024 to solicit feedback on potential approaches to helping address housing shortages across the country. This survey is now closed. PSPC is currently reviewing the input collected. We thank all participants for their time and valued feedback.
Contact us
For more information, please contact the disposal team by email: spac.alienations-disposals.pspc@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca