The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) is updating its Regional Growth Strategy (RGS). The scope of these amendments, captured below, was approved by the CVRD Board of Directors and will not alter any policies or objectives outlined in the RGS. Rather, the changes will focus on:
- Updating population projects and demographic data based on current census data
- Revising greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets based on progress
- Incorporating existing boundary changes into RGS maps
- Incorporating CVRD’s Indigenous Relations Framework
Given the nature of these amendments, there is no anticipated impact on residents. The scope is considered minor and aligns with the scope approved by the Board of Directors approved in May 2023.
Engagement
Amending a Regional Growth Strategy triggers certain engagement requirements under the Local Government Act. These updates meet the criteria to be considered a “minor amendment,” meaning the public will not be engaged on the amendments, but the CVRD is committed to updating and informing residents in a timely manner.
Timeline
More Information
RGS Draft Bylaw After K'ómoks Treaty and with Traditional Territories
For more information, please refer to the documents and staff reports linked below:
- Latest version of the draft RGS (attached in the job request)
- RGS Amendment – Scope Review
- Staff report – March 3, 2023
- Staff presentation – March 7, 2023
- Meeting minutes – March 7, 2023
- RGS Review Initiation
- Staff report – May 18, 2023
- Meeting minutes – May 23, 2023
- RGS Amendment Consultation Plan
- Staff report – March 5, 2025
- Staff presentation – March 11, 2025
- Meeting minutes – March 11, 2025
Contact
If you have any questions about this project, please contact Brian Chow at bchow@comoxvalleyrd.ca.