ELLWOOD HOUSE EXTENSION
EXTENSION PROJECT UPDATE
March 23, 2026
Part of preparing the Extension site includes removing some trees and protecting others.
Protected trees:
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the tree in front of the rectory
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two trees on either side of the Ellwood House main doors
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the three trees in front of Ellwood House’s east side
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one tree on the south side of Braeside House
Trees to be removed:
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the tree along the road on Braeside Avenue is the only one coming down on the east side of the property
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trees and bushes on the north, west and south sides of the rectory are all coming down
Removals must be done ahead of the bird nesting season, which is anticipated to start by the first week of April.
Providing safe and affordable housing to more independent seniors in our community, building on the 35-year success of Ellwood House.
PROJECT VISION
Ellwood House is an independent, non-profit organization developed by and affiliated with the Church of St. Thomas the Apostle and the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa.
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St. Thomas has a rich history of service to the community—developing and supporting services for seniors, children, and families in our community.
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The Ellwood House Board of Directors' vision is to extend its current building to increase the tenant community, and to provide more safe and affordable housing to the many seniors in Ottawa who need a stable home.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Beginning Spring 2026, construction on a three and a half storey extension to the existing Ellwood House will move ahead. Located on Braeside Avenue on the site of the former St. Thomas rectory, the extension will have 38 one-bedroom units, six barrier-free and the rest fully visitable for those with accessibility needs.
Details of the approved site plan can be found on the City of Ottawa development applications website.
FURTHER DETAILS
Status update – February 2026
LOCATION
2262 Braeside Ave, Ottawa, ON, K1H 7J6
CONTACT
If you have questions about the Extension, please email ellwoodhouseextension@gmail.com, and a Board member will reply.