Waterfront Master Plan
The Town of Midland is preparing a Waterfront Master Plan with consultants from The Planning Partnership (TPP) to create a vision for Midland's shoreline. This plan will guide and manage how Midland's waterfront will change over time.
Creating the plan is a collaborative process, where the public will have opportunities to get involved. Building the plan will include exploring ways to enhance public access, protect natural and cultural heritage, create more recreation opportunities, and support well-designed development for new residential and commercial use.
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Waterfront Master Plan
| 2025 Project Timeline |
| The plan will be developed throughout the next year. |
| Phase 1: February to April 2025 Understanding the Context |
| Consultant will complete an inventory of lands along the shoreline looking at things like existing and planned use, building form, natural and cultural heritage, trails, roads, parking and views. |
| March 2025 - Notice to Public |
| Notify waterfront property owners of the initiation of the Waterfront Master Plan. |
| April 2025 - Public Survey |
| Share your ideas through a survey, more details to come. |
| Phase 2: April to June 2025 - Draft Waterfront Vision |
| Prepare a vision, identify possible initiatives and a waterfront framework. |
| June 2025 - Community Conversation |
| Join a public information session to talk about a vision, possible initiatives and a waterfront framework. |
| Phase 3: June to October 2025 - Preparation |
| Prepare the Waterfront Master Plan including phasing, order of magnitude costs and actions for implementation. |
| September 2025 - Community Conversation |
| Join a public information session to talk abut the draft Waterfront Master Plan. |
| September 2025 - Council Presentation |
| Town Council receives presentation on the draft Waterfront Master Plan. |
| October 2025 - Staff Report |
| Town Council receives report from staff with the final recommendations. |
Public Collaboration
A notice has been issued to waterfront property owners about the upcoming Waterfront Master Plan, view the notice here.
There will be many opportunities for the public to get involved and have a say. Subscribe to this page for updates on the project, stay tuned for information about the upcoming survey, and open house events. Subscribe to News and Notices.
Connect with Donna at TPP email at midland@planpart.ca. - register for a 15 minute telephone call with the consultant’s project manager on March 31.
Waterfront Master Plan FAQ
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What is a master plan? |
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A master plan is a big-picture plan that helps guide how an area will grow and change over time and helps the Town make informed decisions when planning for the future. |
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How long is Midland's shoreline? |
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Midland's shoreline is approximately 13 kilometers long.
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Why does Midland need a waterfront master plan? |
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Midland’s waterfront is one of the most important and loved parts of the community. Having a current Waterfront Master Plan would support environmental stewardship, enhance connectivity to the waterfront, and create economic development and tourism opportunities. |
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What is a shoreline inventory? |
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A shoreline inventory is an assessment of the current state of the waterfront and its assets which includes the shipping port, cruise ship port, public boat launch, several beaches/public water access points, marinas, natural and cultural heritage features, and private waterfront lots. |
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How does this affect me? |
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The waterfront is a community asset and a source of community identity. Whether you live on the water or visit Midland's waterfront spaces, your opinion counts. |
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What are the ways I can share my opinion? |
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There are a few ways the public can get involved. Stay informed and subscribe to News and Notices for any events or upcoming surveys. Missed the event or cannot attend, contact Town Staff or with Donna from The Planning Partnership by email: midland@planpart.ca. |
