Economic Development Strategic Action Plan
Consultation has concluded
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.
Have a question about the Economic Development Strategic Action Plan or the process? Ask us now! Please allow 24 hours for our staff to respond, during regular business hours.