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Pathways to a Sustainable Economic Development Strategy



									

							
			
			
			
			
			
        
                                                                                
					                        
    
                                                                                					                                        					
																																			

					
                                                    
					                                            
            

The Town is developing an Economic Development Strategy to support sustainable economic growth. The Strategy aims to foster economic development in a way that protects the environment and quality of life in our community. It will be a visionary, long-term plan grounded in actionable, practical steps.

The Strategy will align with the Official Community Plan, 2024-2028 Strategic Plan, Sustainability Action Plan, and other key strategies. It will provide a clear framework for how the Town invests its resources and efforts to support economic development. Community and business input will play a vital role, with multiple opportunities to share ideas and feedback.

Public engagement opportunities are detailed below, under Public Consultation.

Share your perspectives to inform the Town’s Sustainable Economic Development Strategy

Complete the Survey
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  • Mar 2025 – Tender Awarded
  • Apr – May 2025 – Project kick-off and background research
  • Jun – Jul 2025 – Public engagement activities
  • Aug – Oct 2025 – Strategy development
  • Oct 2025 – Public review of draft strategic directions
  • Dec 2025 – Feb 2026- Finalizing the Strategy
  • Feb 2026 – Presentation to Town Council

The Town is partnering with the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce and Parksville Qualicum Tourism Association.

The following public consultation is hosted by the Town and Nordicity, in partnership with ClimateDoor:

Online Survey

Complete this survey before August 6 to share your perspectives on the sustainable Economic Development Strategy.

Focus Group – Sustainable Innovation and the Regional Economy (virtual)

Focus Group – Building a Sustainable Local Economy (in person)

  • Date: Friday August 1
  • Time: 9.30 – 11.30am
  • Location: Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street
  • RSVP: [email protected]

Focus Group – Sustainable Tourism (in person)

  • Date: Thursday July 31, 2025
  • Time: 2 – 4 pm
  • Location: Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street
  • RSVP: [email protected]

The Town gratefully acknowledges the Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure program for funding the Town $100,00 under its Economic Diversification/Economic Development umberella.

The project was awarded to Nordicity in the amount of $112,470, as detailed in the March 12, 2025 Planning report to Council.

To contact the Town with questions or inquiries related to this project, please use the Public Inquiry Form.

Public Inquiry Form