Council recently approved the Economic Development Strategic Action Plan as the strategic framework for the delivery of economic development services over the next 5 year planning cycle.
Through extensive community engagement, approximately 300 stakeholders were consulted throughout the process. The consultation consisted of one-on-one interviews, an online survey open to the public, eight focus groups based on key stakeholder groups and a working session with targeted community leaders and economic development stakeholders. From this consultation process, 6 strategic themes emerged as priorities:
- Creating a Competitive Climate for Business Retention and Expansion
- Becoming more Investment Ready
- Continue Planning for Sustainable Distinct Downtowns
- Strategic Communications, Connecting Partners & Conveying a Clear Message
- Building Tourism and Arts, History and Culture as main Economic Drivers
- Continue Growing Innovative Agriculture and Agri-Business
If you have any questions, please contact our Economic Development Officer by calling 519-846-9691 x304 or email us at ecodev@centrewellington.ca.
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