August 21, 2026

Ottawa Community Housing (OCH) has marked the groundbreaking of 200 Beausoleil, an affordable housing development on an urban infill site in the City’s Lowertown neighbourhood.

Diamond Schmitt, in collaboration with KWC Architects, are leading the project's community-focused design. Featuring a six-storey podium, the building will provide 159 one- and two-bedroom rental homes, including 32 accessible homes. Amenities include a Wellness Centre, Games Room, Arts and Activity Room, exterior terrace, and shared ground-level amenity space, encouraging residents to gather, stay active, and connect with their community. Additionally, residents will benefit from convenient access to transit, community services, parks, and local amenities close by.

"Beausoleil is a community-focused development that will bring 159 new affordable homes to the heart of Lowertown. The design brings a sense of playfulness and colour to the streetscape, while creating active, welcoming spaces that support connection and community. We are proud to work alongside Ottawa Community Housing on a development that represents an important investment in affordable housing and the long-term vitality of Lowertown," said Senior Associate Arne Suraga.

The all-electric building is designed using Passive House principles, with solar energy and barrier-free features, promoting sustainability, accessibility, and long-term affordability. 

200 Beausoleil is among the first projects to advance under the Build Canada Homes partnership with the City of Ottawa. The initiative's first eight priority projects are expected to deliver more than 1,100 new rental homes, part of a broader plan to accelerate up to 3,000 homes across Ottawa.

Read the full media release on the government of Canada’s website.