The committee discussed departmental updates including business engagement initiatives, the launch of a new website and brand, investment attraction projects, and workforce development programs. Partner organizations provided reports covering topics such as tourism growth, housing development charges, career and construction events, and regional manufacturing trends. Councillors shared insights on international relations, the economic impact of local festivals and sporting events, and future community priorities including transportation and healthcare.
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Economic Development Committee Meeting Agenda And Minutes
The committee meeting covered a diverse range of topics, including a detailed presentation on the Bridge Integrated Care Hub regarding homelessness and support services. The division report highlighted progress on destination development initiatives, investment attraction tools, and business growth metrics. Partner updates provided insights into Loyalist College's enrolment and new program launches, the Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board's regional tourism and accommodation data, and the Centre for Workforce Development's upcoming career fairs and workshops. Additionally, the committee reviewed the 2026 year-end report, which detailed accomplishments in investment attraction, employment lands planning, and regional workforce development efforts.
May 21, 2026·Board meeting
Economic Development Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee held a meeting covering various economic and community development topics. A deputation regarding The Bridge Integrated Care Hub provided an overview of services, including housing initiatives, wellness programs, and encampment outreach. Division reports covered the destination development patio program, investment attraction toolkits, and business growth metrics. Partner updates included Loyalist College's workforce and international partnership efforts, QAC arts and cultural festival planning, QEDC defense-sector economic development, and BDIA downtown beautification projects. Staff also noted forthcoming communication regarding committee expectations ahead of upcoming municipal elections.
May 21, 2026·Board meeting agenda
Economic Development Committee Meeting
The meeting included a review of the Employment Lands Community Improvement Plan and the Development Charges Background Study. Key discussions focused on investment attraction initiatives, including the active community investment project, the development of an investment toolkit, and the launch of a new CRM system. Reports were provided on workforce development initiatives, including the success of local career fairs and collaborative efforts with regional partners. Additionally, updates were provided by the Quinte Home Builders Association regarding advocacy on HST relief and development charge reform, and by the Quinte Arts Council concerning the Community Mural Mosaic Project and cultural festival planning.
