From a resident's standpoint, the City of Charlottetown recently updated its Integrated Community Sustainability Plan. This plan is a forward-thinking, strategic plan developed in consultation with the public to provide direction for the community to realize sustainability objectives for its environmental, economic, social and cultural dimensions. The original plan was adopted in 2010 and the newest version is designed to ensure the city is moving in the right direction and ready to enter the next phase of implementation. There have been many people involved with very successful projects and sustainability initiatives. Charlottetown has made great strides in becoming a sustainable city. The city also launched a Sustainable Living Guide - a document that provides information on energy efficiency, invasive species and the cosmetic pesticides bylaw, along with tips on saving water and being a conscious consumer. There have been many other successful initiatives to improve the aesthetics of the city and the overall quality of life in Charlottetown. The popular Victoria Park Boardwalk along the waterfront, for example, was completely renovated recently and lights were installed along the City’s portion of the Confederation trail to allow people to use the trails day and night. Some other initiatives include: the creation of the Arts and Culture Awards, the adoption of a public art policy, multicultural and newcomer retention events, and the creation of a Seniors Advisory Board, Youth Retention Advisory Board, and Civic Board for Persons with Disabilities – to name a few. Looking to the future, Charlottetown sees continued success and growth for many years to come.
“With growth in areas like the Biotechnology sector, tourism and Holland College and UPEI, opportunities and jobs are available in the city. People want to live, work and visit Charlottetown for a reason.”
- Mayor Clifford Lee
Photo: Pearl Tanada
▲Photos above: Simon Reid Photography
Summer 2017 pei-living.ca
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