Official Community Plan Review
Planning for our Future
We are embarking on a review of our Official Community Plan (OCP) to help prepare the community for a resilient future, and we're involving the public as we review existing OCP policies within the context of today’s emerging issues, challenges, and trends. At key times throughout the OCP review process, you'll have the opportunity to share your opinions and ideas on the future of our community. You can learn more about this project by watching the video below and checking out the Updates section. Don't forget to click "Follow Project" to register for email updates.
Planning for our Future
We are embarking on a review of our Official Community Plan (OCP) to help prepare the community for a resilient future, and we're involving the public as we review existing OCP policies within the context of today’s emerging issues, challenges, and trends. At key times throughout the OCP review process, you'll have the opportunity to share your opinions and ideas on the future of our community. You can learn more about this project by watching the video below and checking out the Updates section. Don't forget to click "Follow Project" to register for email updates.
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Community Conversation Toolkit
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link16 Mar 2021To plan for the future of Central Saanich together, we need to discuss some complex issues, involve people from across the District, and consider many different viewpoints.
This Community Conversation Workbook will help you participate in these important conversations in a more comfortable setting that suits your schedule.
We invite you to host a discussion with your bubble (or a wider group online) Meet outside or hop on a video call with your family, friends, co-workers, classmates, and neighbours (in accordance with public health orders). Or, complete the Workbook on your own.
The thoughts and ideas that you and your group share with us through the Community Conversation Workbooks will help us learn more about the community’s needs and aspirations. They will help us to ensure the OCP:
- reflects current values and priorities;
- addresses current and trending issues; and
- prepares the community for challenges and opportunities that lie ahead
This Workbook will help you and those gathered with you discuss the topics that are most important to you:
- Agriculture and food security
- Growth management, housing and affordability
- Jobs and economic development
- Parks, recreation and open space
- Environmental protection and climate action
- Transportation and mobility
Feel like providing higher-level input at this stage?
Complete the Our Community Map and Our Future activities on pages 5 and 6.
Feel like diving into one or two key topics?
Complete the topic-based activities starting on page 7.
If you’d like to do it all, please do!
- reflects current values and priorities;
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Register for the virtual OCP Town Hall
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link25 Feb 2021The OCP Town Hall will feature a panel of experts discussing key topics, such as agriculture, housing, climate action and economic development, and staff and the consultants will then be available for questions and discussion. -
We want your BIG ideas!
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link17 Feb 2021What would make Central Saanich better now and in the future? No idea is too big or silly.
Do you find yourself always passing the same place in Central Saanich and thinking, “It would be so great if that spot was…”? Maybe you want to see more local activities?
Our OCP review is just beginning and we need to hear from you! Help define what we care about as a community and how we want to grow and evolve.
This is the time to share your big ideas.
Try thinking about the opportunities you see for Central Saanich in the following areas:
- Maintaining and nurturing Central Saanich's unique community character
- Agriculture
- Economic development
- Environment and climate action
- Transportation
- Parks and trails
- Infrastructure
- Arts, culture, and heritage
- Growth, housing, and development
- Community Services
Why? These ideas will help us identify themes, values and priorities, which will ensure the OCP conversations to come are meaningful and focused on key topics.
In March we will fully launch the next phase of the OCP review. You will have the opportunity to weigh in on the strengths and weaknesses of the current OCP through a variety of fun and engaging activities.
Jump over to the BIG IDEAS tab and post your ideas!
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OCP Citizen Advisory Committee Meeting Schedule
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link27 Jan 2021The OCP Advisory Committee meets monthly to explore different themes. Their feedback will provide the best outcome possible for the community and help bring diverse perspectives to the table.
The group is made up of a diverse range of community members representing various stakeholders, interest groups and the community at large.
This January theme is: VISION, RURAL CHARACTER & UPCOMING ENGAGEMENT. Interested community members are welcome to view a live stream of the meeting January 27 at 4:00pm.
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Call for volunteers!
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link13 Aug 2020- Call for Volunteers: OCP Advisory Committee – Apply by October 5, 2020
The District is seeking between 5 to 11 volunteers for the OCP Advisory Committee for a maximum term of two years.
Central Saanich is filled with people and organizations who care deeply about this place and the people who live here. If you or your organization would like to share your ideas, help others participate, and ensure we are moving forward together, we want to hear from you.
We are seeking members that would be actively engaged in the process and represent various stakeholders, interest groups and the community at large with an interest or knowledge in any of the following areas: Environmental (sustainability, climate action, ecosystems) / Economic (commercial, industrial, other)/ Social & Cultural Interest (heritage, arts & culture, youth & families) / Community Services (volunteer associations, church groups, service providers) / Land Use & Development (real estate, planning and design, parks) / Agriculture and Rural Charter (farming, food security, rural values) / Transportation (public transit, trails, road network)/ Regional Interest (Emergency preparedness, major infrastructure, regional services) / First Nations / Housing (affordable, accessibility, special needs).
If you’re interested, please review the Terms of Reference for the OCP Advisory Committee and the project charter.
To apply
Applications can be submitted to the Corporate Officer prior to 4:30 p.m. on Monday, October 5, 2020. Please drop off your application in the DropBox outside Municipal Hall, at 1903 Mount Newton Cross Road, or scan and email to municipalhall@csaanich.ca.
Download Application Form
View Terms of Reference
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Videos
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Key Dates
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April 28 2021
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May 26 2021
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June 23 2021
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July 28 2021
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August 25 2021
Timeline
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Launch
Official Community Plan Review has finished this stageThis phase includes contracting a project lead, compiling relevant materials and identifying the key issues that need to be addressed.
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Phase 1 - Project Scoping & Background Research
Official Community Plan Review has finished this stageSeptember - December 2020
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Phase 2 - Community Visioning, Exploring Emerging Themes
Official Community Plan Review is currently at this stageFebruary- May 2021
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Phase 3 - Drafting the OCP
this is an upcoming stage for Official Community Plan ReviewMay - September 2021
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Phase 4 - Finalizing the OCP
this is an upcoming stage for Official Community Plan ReviewOctober 2021 - January 2022
Who's Listening
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Central Saanich
Email ocp@csaanich.ca