Key Dates
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Phase 2: Policy Directions
- Prepare Policy Direction Reports
- Engagement #2: Policy Directions
- This feedback will inform a complete draft Official Plan
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.
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.
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!
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.
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
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.
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
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).
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.