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Nestled on the eastern shores of spectacular Vancouver Island, the Town of Ladysmith features all the warmth and charm of small town living with a full range of services and amenities.
Ladysmith Parks, Recreation & Culture is bursting with recreational activities and fun-filled events for all ages! The Department is committed to enhancing the health & quality of life of the community through accessible programs, services, facilities and open spaces.
The Town is committed to sustainable vision for our community as we work to mitigate the impacts of climate change. We were the first BC community to introduce curbside pick-up for household organic waste and continue to advance projects that help to protect and conserve our environment.
The Town along with our partners is promoting a business-friendly culture in Ladysmith that supports economic development and job creation.
Discover the Parks, Recreation and Culture department's programs and classes in the latest Activity Guide. We offer a full range of recreation, education and art programs for all ages and abilities. Explore the Guide and register today.
The Town of Ladysmith's Strategic Plan is a progressive vision set by Council for improving the lives of residents in a thriving town, and provides clear direction and focus for Council and staff over the current term.
Ladysmith is a charming small town with a thriving economy, vibrant downtown and picturesque waterfront, whose welcoming neighbourhoods reflect the quality of our citizens.
Ladysmith, June 11, 2018 - The Town of Ladysmith's new Waterfront Area Plan has been honoured by the Planning Institute of British Columbia (PIBC) with an Excellence in Policy Planning - Small Town & Rural Areas Award. PIBC Awards for Excellence in Planning honour the best in professional planning work undertaken by members in five categories.
"Council is proud and delighted that the Town's vision for a renewed waterfront area has been recognized as one of the finest examples of professional planning work in British Columbia and the Yukon," said Ladysmith Mayor Aaron Stone. "Built in partnership with our Stz'uminus First Nation neighbors, Ladysmith residents, and waterfront area owners and tenants, the design for Ladysmith's waterfront provides for numerous environmental rehabilitation and economic sustainability advantages that will benefit our community now and for generations to come."
The plan was developed during a 15 month extensive community consultation process lead by consultant Dialog Design. The guiding principle in the creation of the plan was 'ltst uw'hw-nuts' ul-wum - 'we are working as one'. By the end of the process, over 1700 direct interactions with Ladysmith area and Stz'uminus First Nation residents and stakeholders took place regarding proposed ideas for the waterfront area.
"The PIBC award acknowledges the many months of hard work that went into ensuring everyone affected by the waterfront area plan was given an opportunity to play a role in shaping it into what it is today," said Ladysmith Chief Administrative Officer Guillermo Ferrero. "This broad consultation process was necessary to support the vision of the plan, which thoughtfully balances the desires of our community while also providing economic feasibility and sustainable growth."
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The Town of Ladysmith has updated its Official Community Plan (OCP) to help manage growth and change in a way that helps our community meet its goals
The Town of Ladysmith's 2023-2026 Strategic Plan is a progressive vision set by Council for improving the lives of residents in a thriving town, and provides clear direction and focus for Council and staff over the current term.
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Council is proud to serve the over 9,000 residents who call the Town of Ladysmith home. Mayor and Council meet regularly as both Council and the Committee of the Whole. As part of their duties as elected officials, members of Council also serve on various boards and committees, including: the Cowichan Valley Regional District, Vancouver Island Regional Library Board, Community Planning Advisory Committee, Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce, Youth Advisory Committee, and several more.
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