Town hosting Planning 101 Seminar

An informative session on the planning and development process in St. Marys

On Wednesday, March 5, 2025, the Town of St. Marys is hosting an event aimed at residents interested in learning more about planning and development processes. The seminar will be presentation based and will run from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the End Zone at the Pyramid Recreation Centre (317 James St. S). Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Led by the Town’s Building and Development Department, the event is open to everyone and will provide a comprehensive overview of Provincial and Town legislation and policies related to land use planning and development in St Marys. Additionally, attendees will learn about community planning, the development application review and approval process, zoning, site plan approval, and other planning related matters.

"We are thrilled to offer this informative session to our residents,” says Grant Brouwer, Director of Building and Development for the Town of St. Marys. “It's an excellent opportunity for everyone to gain a deeper understanding of the planning and development processes that shape our town."

The Planning 101 seminar will also cover the Town's new Official Plan, which came into effect on October 9, 2024, as well as the upcoming Zoning By-law review project. This seminar is intended for residents who want to understand how these changes will affect land development and future projects in St. Marys.

Following the presentation, attendees will have the chance to participate in a Q&A session with key staff members.
Those planning to attend the event should RSVP at www.townofstmarys.com/planning101 by Monday, March 3. For more information about the seminar, contact Grant Brouwer at 519-284-2340, ext. 215. Further details about planning and development are available at www.townofstmarys.com/development.

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For media inquiries:
Stacey Frayne | Corporate Communications Team Lead
519-284-2340, ext. 218 | sfrayne@town.stmarys.on.ca