Strategic Plan

EG’s 2022 to 2026 Strategic Plan

The Strategic Plan guides the next four years of our Town to ensure we continue to provide programs and services that will support a sustainable future where residents and businesses can thrive. The Plan is made up of five strategic priorities with corresponding key deliverables that ensure East Gwillimbury remains well-planned, well-managed, and resilient.

The Plan was developed based on the feedback shared with Council while campaigning for the 2022 Municipal Election. Your feedback has helped us develop a draft Plan, which will guide our growing community for the next four years.

EG is working towards a sustainable future. Sustainability means supporting the ability of current and future generations to thrive, while ensuring a balance between economic growth, environmental stewardship, and social well-being. Our efforts are focused on finding ways to improve, enhance, and do better.

Strategic Pillar Graphic - Puzzle Pieces

Our Vision

To be a resilient, sustainable, and welcoming community that connects residents to each other, services, and opportunities.

Our Core Purpose

Deliver value for tax dollars, while providing quality services that the community wants and needs.

View the 2022 to 2026 Strategic Plan

Our Priorities

Quality Programs and Services

Provide value for tax dollars through delivery of programs and services that support our economic, environmental, and social goals.

Develop high-quality programs that promote healthy and active living and encompass the diverse interests of our residents
Provide programs and services that are inclusive, affordable, and accessible
Support a safe and livable community
Support and promote the arts, culture and heritage of East Gwillimbury

Responsible Growth

Responsible Growth puzzle piece Ensure responsible and balanced growth management.

Ensure development occurs in an intentional, sustainable fashion, with a focus on preserving the Town’s cultural heritage and environmental features
Strengthen economic sustainability through the attraction of strategic investment and support to new and existing businesses
Support economic participation through the creation of high value jobs and support for entrepreneurship
Advocate for a variety of housing options for residents in every stage of life

Environmental Stewardship

Environmental Sustainability puzzle piece Preserve and protect our natural environment as we grow.

Support the stewardship, preservation, conservation, and enhancement of the natural environment in East Gwillimbury
Develop and implement policies that supports environmental sustainability and best practices
Develop and implement programs and policies that support climate change adaptation, mitigation, and resiliency

Build Complete Communities

Build Complete Communities puzzle piece Build complete communities that support the ability for residents to connect to amenities, services, employment, and each other.

Enhance EG’s core infrastructure network to support the objective of walkable, connected neighbourhoods
Create infrastructure to support healthy and active lifestyles for diverse ages, abilities, and interests
Support efforts to improve the availability and quality of telecommunications servicing
Foster placemaking through revitalization and rejuvenation of village and commercial cores
Build strong partnerships and leverage volunteerism for an engaged community

Culture of Municipal Excellence

Municipal Culture of Excellence puzzle piece Foster a culture of service excellence, engagement, and transparency.

Build an engaged and strategically aligned staff team to deliver high-quality programs
Ensure strong fiscal responsibility and value for tax dollars
Prioritize and deliver customer service excellence
Be an accessible, welcoming community that embraces equity, diversity, and inclusion
Foster an environment of innovation and flexibility

Details

Annual report and corporate alignment

Multi year - The Strategic Plan is developed by Council to guide the direction of the Corporation for the 2022 to 2026 Term of Council. It provides overall direction to guide decisions, projects, and initiatives to be undertaken during the four-year term.

Annual - Staff will integrate the strategic priorities into the Annual Business Plan and Budgets. This ensures that efforts are regularly reviewed to ensure that they align with Council priorities.

Weekly/Daily - Departmental and individual workplans define the specific steps that staff will take to advance strategic objects and measure progress while ensuring the efficient and effective use of resources.

What is a Strategic Plan?

The Strategic Plan for the Town of East Gwillimbury is Council’s vision for the future direction of the Corporation. As with the initial versions of the Town Strategic Plan, the priorities outlined in the Strategic Plan will provide guidance to Town programs and services. Senior staff have been extensively involved in development of the Strategic Plan and will assume ownership for implementing the strategic directions and actions contained in the document.

Successful implementation of the Strategic Plan will require the CAO and Senior Management to meet annually to discuss and review their progress against the Strategic Plan priorities and actions. A Community Report will be completed to provide a progress update and outline the strategic initiatives underway or accomplished. Links to Community Reports from previous Council Terms are below.

Objectives will be established for the following year as part of the development of business plans and budgets. Management will engage all staff to evaluate progress and accomplishments on strategic goals. This will allow staff to thoroughly understand and use the Strategic Plan to help set goals and performance objectives for themselves.

To learn more about the 2023 Strategic Plan development process, please visit: