Planning, Building & Parks Highlights Parks & Recreation New Recreational Facility Guidance, Canada Healthy Communities Initiative, and 2021-22 Connecting Links The Ontario government released additional guidance to support the safe reopening of many sport, fitness, and recreation facilities Land Use Planning Changes in Ontario’s Land Use Planning Development approval timelines need to be as efficient as possible to ensure that municipalities can reach these goals and help stimulate the Ontario economy. Land Use Planning Streamlining The Municipal Development Review Process: Current Guide of Municipalities’ Best Practices Ontario’s Planning Act, 1990, recognizes the decision making authority of municipal councils in local planning matters and establishes a process for development approvals. Planning, Building & Parks Content Ontario Heritage Act Update on Ontario Heritage Act Amendments Parks & Recreation City of Waterloo’s Sports App “PickUp Hub” Receives Innovation Award Land Use Planning Land Use Planning and Development Charges legislation Heritage & Culture History Lessons - A Conversation With Hazel McCallion Links & Other Resources Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries Dec. 18 2020 • Museums Parks and Recreation Ontario Dec. 18 2020 • Museums
