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Memo – New street signs and names, Ottawa campus

DATE: October 11, 2023

FROM: Ryan Southwood, Executive Director, Facilities Management

TO: Ottawa Campus Community

SUBJECT: New street signs and names, Ottawa campus

Dear Learners and Colleagues,

As part of our continuing commitment to Reconciliation and our Indigenization Strategy, Algonquin College is honouring the Indigenous language of the region. On October 19th, four private streets on the Ottawa campus will be officially named as City streets.

The street naming is part of a larger Indigenous wayfinding strategy that will expand and compliment the interior pathways at the Ottawa campus. The language of the Anishinaabe Algonquin People will be reflected in the street names as a way to embrace Indigenous language revitalization (see map below).

There will be no change to the overall College address, and Algonquin can still be referred to as 1385 Woodroffe Ave. When shipping or receiving packages, you may also continue to use 1385 Woodroffe Ave. or you may use the new building address. Be sure to utilize your new building address when you are having food delivered, ordering an Uber, or need to provide directions to a building, lab or classroom.

 

 

About the names

In conjunction with the Indigenous Education Council the following names were selected:

Wajashk Private

Muskrat

Completing dams in collaboration with Amik and Nigig, he is a fast swimmer with webbed feet. He is credited with Anishinaabe creation story.

Nigig Private

 

Otter

Part of the creation story for Anishinaabe people, Nigig is treasured for his work under water, on ground and is medicinal.

Adjidjàk Private

Crane

Cranes, are beautiful creatures who stand tall in swampy areas or edge of the waters to hunt small catches. They are a vital important species to the eco-system.

Wàbisheshì Private

Marten

A cousin of the wolf, Wabisheshi is also a good hunter, survivalist and dangerous when approached.

 

 

For your information, here is additional information about which building is located on newly-named streets.

 

 

Building CA (ACCE)

1408 Woodroffe Avenue

Building A

2420 Navaho Drive

Building B

1385 Woodroffe Avenue

Building C

215 Adjidjàk Private

Building D

706 Wajashk Private

Building E

515 Wàbisheshi Private

Building F

711 Wajashk Private

Building G

727 Wajashk Private

Building H

706 Wajashk Private

Building J

225 Adjidjàk Private

Building K

201 Adjidjàk Private

Building M

200 Adjidjàk Private

Building N

511 Wàbisheshi Private

Building P

520 Wàbisheshi Private

Building R

717 Wajashk Private

Building S

530 Wàbisheshi Private

Building T

505 Wàbisheshi Private

Building V

550 Wàbisheshi Private

Building X

525 Wàbisheshi Private

Building Z

570 Wàbisheshi Private

 

 

We look forward to marking this occasion on campus later this fall. Stay tuned for more details.

 

Please see a few FAQs below for your review.

 

Sincerely,

Ryan Southwood, RPP

Executive Director

Facilities Management

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are the addresses on the campus changing?

Renaming the streets is part of a larger Indigenous wayfinding strategy that will expand and compliment the interior pedestrian routes at the Ottawa campus. This demonstrates our continued commitment to Reconciliation and it also complements the interior pathways Indigenous names that were introduced in 2022.

How were the new street names selected?

Names were provided by the Indigenous Education Council and were determined and prioritized based on cultural and historical significance.

Which buildings and streets on the campus have new addresses?

All buildings on campus will receive their own unique address. Buildings H and D share a common address.

How will the new addresses be beneficial to students, faculty, and employees?

The new addresses will improve organization, accessibility, and efficiency. It allows for better coordination of services, food deliveries, facilitates accurate mapping and wayfinding, and aligns with the growth and development of the Algonquin College campus.

Will the overall campus address (1385 Woodroffe Ave.) remain the same?

Yes, the overall campus address will remain the same (Building B will receive the municipal address of 1385 Woodroffe Ave.) This ensures continuity and familiarity for individuals already accustomed to the existing campus address and allows for consistency in official communications and records. The address of 1385 Woodroffe Ave. will continue to serve as a recognizable identifier for the college.

How do I find the new address for a specific building or location on campus?

You can find the new address for a specific building or location on campus by referring to the updated campus map which can be found on the Algonquin college website.

Will the address change affect mail and package deliveries to the campus?

No, all regular mail (Canada Post) will continue to be delivered to Central Shipping/Receiving in Building A. Individuals may use the overall 1385 Woodroffe Ave., or alternatively, the new municipal address for your building, as either will be directed through to Central Shipping/Receiving

As customary, individuals and departments are still required to pick up their mail at Central Shipping/Receiving.

Third party delivery services (i.e. Amazon, UPS, DHL, FedEX, etc.) must continue to deliver packages to Central Shipping/Receiving. Individuals are encouraged to address all orders to Central Shipping & Receiving (1385 Woodroffe Ave) to help streamline this process.

Personal orders (i.e. take-out food, Uber pick ups, etc.) can be directed to the new addresses to ensure accurate arrival locations.

When should I use which address?

Use Algonquin College address: 1385 Woodroffe Avenue

Use new Building address:

Ordering office supplies

Giving directions to lab, classroom or office

Having items sent to you by mail

Ordering food

Any official College correspondence

Booking a taxi or uber

 

What steps are being taken to update the address information with relevant authorities, such as postal services and emergency responders?

The College has coordinated with relevant authorities, including postal services, and the City of Ottawa’s addressing departments to ensure the timely update of address information with emergency services.

Will there be updated campus maps reflecting the new addresses?

Yes, updated campus maps will be available on the Algonquin College website, to reflect the new addresses. Applications such as Google Maps, will also by updated to reflect the new addresses; however it may take some time before it is reflected online.

How will the address change be communicated to the broader community and visitors to the campus?

The address change will be communicated through various channels, including employee learner outreach, campus-wide announcements, email notifications, website updates, social media and signage on campus. Efforts will be made to ensure that the broader community and visitors are aware of the address changes.

How will parking be affected by the new addresses?

Tickets for parking infractions will be updated with the new addresses to ensure legal precision of where an infraction took place.

Who should I contact if I have further questions or need assistance regarding the address changes?

Sarah Sapiano sapians@algonquincollege.com

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