Project Background

The City of Camrose is initiating the process of reviewing and rewriting the Municipal Development Plan (MDP) which was last adopted by the Council in August 2011.

The new Camrose MDP will be a city-wide strategic growth plan that illustrates how we use land, move, and improve our economic, social, and environmental well-being. The plan will highlight opportunities for collaboration between local government and the broader community to create a better city for all residents and businesses.

What is a Municipal Development Plan?

A Municipal Development Plan (MDP) is a long-range, statutory document that describes the desired future land use for a community and outlines a high-level plan on how the community is expected to change over time.

In Alberta, the Provincial Government requires that all municipalities adopt an MDP. The requirements for an MDP are outlined in the Municipal Government Act (MGA), which is a piece of legislation that empowers municipalities to shape their communities. The act regulates how municipalities are funded and how governments should govern and plan for growth.

What is the scope of Camrose’s Municipal Development Plan?

The MDP will address challenges, capitalize on opportunities, and provide direction on topics such as future land use patterns, growth management, urban form and design, economic development, diversity and inclusion, recreation, and culture, and more!

The MGA provides the direction of what an MDP must and may address:

What is the process for creating a Municipal Development Plan?

Creating the MDP for Camrose will include a process of in-depth research and engagement. This process includes three major steps:

1. Establishing the future vision for Camrose – What kind of future do we want for our City? What should Camrose look and feel like over the next 20 to 30 years?
2. Creating the plan on how to get there – How will we achieve our vision? How should we approach land use, the economy, transportation, environment, and social aspects of our City to achieve the vision?
3. Creating an implementation plan – What do we need to do? What is required to support the decision we have to make to achieve the community vision?

How can I be involved in creating this plan?

Public engagement and consultation with stakeholders are key components of this project. Throughout the process of rewriting the plan, the city will be inviting citizens, the business community, community organizations, developers, and government agencies to provide input and feedback.

You can get involved by participating in future workshops and open house events. By providing feedback, you are actively helping shape the future of Camrose. To keep up to date on the project, you can visit our website at ourcamrose.ca/mdp

Project Timelines

The timeline for the project is organized into four phases, with anticipated completion in Spring/Summer of 2024.

How can I find out more about this project?

More information about the project can be provided by:

Francisca Fredericks, Long Range Planner

City of Camrose

P: 780-672-4428 E: ffredericks@camrose.ca