Community Building

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It is expected that 90% of the regional growth will be within the Regional Growth Boundaries. Encouraging the development of communities where all residents live within a short distance to a good school, reliable transit, a place to buy fresh food, and outdoor greenspace is important for the efficient use of infrastructure and supporting environmental sustainability. Another important component for building healthy communities is maintaining a diverse range of housing so that all residents, no matter age, income or ability, will be able to have a place to call home. 

RGS Goal

To create compact, complete communities that strengthen urban centres, maintain rural character and offer choice and affordability in housing.

Key Policy Directions:

  1. Concentrate growth in urban centres
  2. Maintain the character of rural communities in electoral areas
  3. Promote sustainable regionally scaled resort development
  4. Ensure housing choice and affordability

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Questions for discussion?

  1. Considering the policy directions for complete communities, are we on the right track with these policies? Is there anything that should be added?
  2. How might changing demographics and anticipated population growth impact you or your family's ability to access affordable and appropriate housing?
  3. How might your or your family's housing needs change in the next 10, 20, or 30 years?
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