Community engagement and consultation are important aspects in creating any Community Plan to ensure programs and initiatives are successfully implemented and reflect resident priorities and interests.
To kick off engagement for the Community Climate Action Plan, the Town of Collingwood hosted two unique opportunities for members of the community to help shape the creation of the Community Climate Action Plan.
On April 8th and 9th, the Town of Collingwood hosted 4 Climate Action Focus Area Working Groups to take deep dives into various climate action strategies that could be used in Collingwood to reduce community greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Strategies were divided into the following four sectors and participants included staff and external subject matter experts/specialists from the community and region.
- Transportation
- Buildings and Community Systems
- Community Health and Resilience
- Investment
On Tuesday May 6th, the Town hosted our second in-person climate action engagement opportunity, the People's Panel, with participants from a wide variety of backgrounds. The purpose of the People's Panel was for participants to discuss how various climate action strategies integrate and reflect the values and priorities of the community. The information gathered from this session captured discussions, insights, and the level of support for the proposed strategies.
Share your Thoughts
Take the survey to share your thoughts on what should be included in a Community Climate Action Plan for Collingwood. Everyone with a significant connection to Collingwood is invited to participate.