June → December 2023

Phase 1: Visioning

  • Background Information Review
  • Engagement 1: Visioning
    • The feedback from this phase, alongside background research and analysis will inform the plan’s vision and draft policy direction
September 27 2023

Pop-up Engagement Event - Library 12 pm to 3pm

Drop by the library at 18 Carnegie Lane from 12 pm to 3 pm to learn more and provide your feedback on the Official Plan review.

September 28 2023

Pop-up Engagement Event - Farmer's Market

Drop by the Farmer's Market on Thursday, September 28th to learn more about the Official Plan review and to provide your feedback.

September 29 2023

Pop-up Engagement Event - Peach King Centre 6 pm - 8 pm

Drop by the Peach King Centre at 160 Livingston Avenue from 6 pm to 8 pm to learn more about the Official Plan review and to provide your feedback.

October 24 2023

Special Meeting of Council - Review of the Grimsby Official Plan

This public meeting to initiate the New Official Plan is being held under provision of Section 26 of the Planning Act. To learn more, read the Special Meeting of Council - Public Meeting for the New Official Plan.

January → September 2024

Phase 2: Policy Directions

  • Prepare Policy Direction Reports
  • Engagement #2: Policy Directions
    • This feedback will inform a complete draft Official Plan


January 24 2024

Housing and Affordability - Town Talks Panel Discussion

Join us at Town Hall (160 Livingston Avenue) on January 24th at 6:00pm for the first Town Talks discussion panel about Housing and Affordability.

February 06 2024

Work and Workplaces - Town Talks Panel Discussion

Let’s talk about working in Grimsby at Southward Community Park Building (84 Mud Street West) on February 6th at 6:00pm.

February 08 2024

Neighbourhoods - Town Talks Panel Discussion

Join us for a panel discussion about Neighbourhoods at the Peach King Centre Auditorium (162 Livingston Avenue) on February 8th at 6:00pm. This event will also include a mapping activity!

May 07 2024

Sustainability and Climate Change - Town Talks Panel Discussion

Let’s talk about sustainability at Elizabeth Street Pumphouse (447 Elizabeth St, Grimsby) on May 7th at 6:00pm.

May 28 2024

Walk'n'Talk Tour: History & Culture

This event is free and does not require registration.

May 28th from 6:00pm to 7:00pm, beginning at the Coach House at 13B Mountain Street


May 29 2024

Walk'n'Talk Tour: Public Realm & Circulation

This event is free and does not require registration.

May 29th from 6:00pm to 7:00pm, beginning at the Coach House at 13B Mountain Street.

May 30 2024

A Greater Downtown THINK TANK: Interactive Exhibit & Experience

This event is free and does not require registration. 

May 30th from 3:00pm to 7:00pm, 35 Main Street West

June 13 2024

Housing & Affordability Community Conversation

Join us for a community conversation about housing needs, access, and affordability that will inform the Official Plan review. 

The Housing & Affordability Community Conversation will take place on June 13 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Elizabeth Street Pump House (447 Elizabeth Street).

June 18 2024

Public Information Centre on the Future of Grimsby

The Town is currently undertaking three major planning projects that will help shape the future of the Town - the Official Plan Review, Parks Master Plan and the Transportation Master Plan.  These three studies are interrelated and will inform each other with respect to policy and future direction.

Residents, business owners and members of the public are invited to join us for a drop in at Public Information Centre (PIC) to learn and ask questions about the various projects.

The PIC is being held at the Grimsby Town Hall from 6-8 pm on June 18th

January → December 2024

Phase 3: Preparing the Plan

  • Prepare Draft Official Plan
January → March 2025

Phase 4: Draft Official Plan

  • Engagement #3: Draft Official Plan
    • This feedback will inform final revisions to the Official Plan


March 01 → July 31 2025

Phase 5: Official Plan Approval

  • Finalize Official Plan
  • Council Approval Early 2025