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On December 9, 2025, Council approved the Terms of Reference to initiate work on the Emerging Sector Strategy and accompanying budget adjustment for Phase One of the project. Phase One of the project will consist of Administration completing internal research, before going into the community to discuss the concerns, risks and barriers that are associated with developments within the Technology & Energy and Tourism sectors.
Administration will return to Council with an Engagement Summary Report and Options Report. The Options Report will provide Council with a variety of potential deliverables and focus on the project that Council can direct Administration to complete.
Stay tuned for new updates on the Emerging Sector Strategy.
Background
On April 22, 2025, Council directed Administration to craft a Terms of Reference to guide the development of an Emerging Sector Strategy. As per the Council direction and Terms of Reference, the Emerging Sector Strategy should:
- Identify a technical study area and potential future area structure plan boundaries;
- Identify planning framework to proactively guide development of specific sectors; and
- Support the development of an efficient planning approvals [service] that aligns with provincial approval processes, while promoting and defining meaningful public engagement.
Project Timeline
Phase 1 - Q2 2026
Engagement Activities and Technical Review of the Strategy
Phase 2 - TBD
Get Involved
There are several ways to stay informed about this project.
Contact Planning Policy at planning_policy@rockyview.ca or 403-230-1401 for questions, updates, or further information.
Follow the project on this webpage. We will post updates and upcoming events.