Statement from John Ruddy, Executive Chairman of Trinity Development Group Inc. on the future of LeBreton Flats:

OTTAWA, Dec. 18, 2018 /CNW/ - I grew up here in Ottawa and it remains my home. I have been actively involved in the redevelopment of the LeBreton Flats since 2014 because I know how important this redevelopment is to local residents and Canadians.

Let me be clear, I am committed to moving this project forward. The vision we've brought forward is the right one. I will work with the NCC, the City of Ottawa, and the community at large to advance solutions that will make this project a reality, and avoid losing these important lands for another generation.

As has been reported, Trinity is the subject of litigation from our partner, Capital Sports Management Inc., a company which is wholly owned by Eugene Melnyk. That claim will be vigorously defended. A Statement of Defence and Counterclaim has been filed in the Ontario Superior Court. I will not say anything more about the litigation while it is before the Courts.

About John Ruddy:

A life-long resident of Ottawa, John Ruddy founded Trinity Development Group in 1992, having already established himself as one of Canada's foremost and most respected developers. John serves as Trinity's Executive Chairman.

John is a prominent businessman and active philanthropist, serving as Honorary Chair at the Royal Ottawa Hospital Campaign for Mental Health, and spearheading their $25 million campaign to fund research, care and advocacy. He has also established the Trinity Development Foundation, providing support at the community level for youth education and sports, seniors, health and the arts. His passion for sports led him to be the champion and lead donor for the revival of the football program at Carleton University after a 15-year absence.

For all his efforts as a community builder, Mr. Ruddy has been named the Ottawa Business Journal-Ottawa Chamber of Commerce 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.

About Trinity Development Group Inc.:

Trinity Development Group Inc. has created over 25 million feet of retail space across Canada, with many of their properties representing the finest examples of mixed-use land development in the industry.

The Trinity Development Group Inc. is active in three distinct segments of real-estate development: Urban Mixed-Use Centres, Community Centres, and Large Format Centres. In each, we strive to create spaces that allow tenants to thrive and communities to prosper.

Our team members represent the best in the industry, bringing extensive experience and innovative strategic thinking to all of our land development.

SOURCE Trinity Development Group Inc.

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