The Town of Innisfil is working towards making its planning process more efficient without eliminating vital public participation. The town is considering introducing a Community Planning Permit System tool, such as “Our Shore”, to the entire community. Our Shore has been in effect since 2019 to cover lands on the…
The Town is no closer to knowing when the Orbit will be started. There is no timeline for beginning of construction of the Go Station. Waiting for the right “Market Conditions” has been cited as one of the reasons for the delay. The Town, through the application process is making…
Last Words… As with the last five decades, the IDA has helped many residents navigate change. We are committed to continuing that legacy. We thank you for your continued support of the work we do. As always, if this message resonates with you in any way, please reach out, call,…
The IDA attended the Town of Innisfil Integrated Sustainability Master Plan (ISMP) meeting held September 8th, 2022. This is important for two reasons: As a small municipality, the Town is one of a handful in Ontario that has committed to a Sustainability Master plan, in the first place. The second and equally…
The town recently held its second virtual open house meeting covering plans for the future of many recreational elements. The focus of the presentation was an update on many draft recommendations for the 30-year plan to improve access and enjoyment of Innisfil’s waterfront and parks including road-end parks – now…
Municipal Comprehensive Review Feedback Moves from Town to County Council At the December 8th town council meeting, delegations of individuals and organizations provided input re the MCR. Councillor Alex Waters brought forward an amendment inspired by the Innisfil District Association and shared in the open forum segment of the meeting by IDA…
Hot Topic: Short Term Accommodations Neighbours or Not? Incremental approach needed STAs – What are they and why should you be concerned? In part, the following is our letter to the Town addressing STAs – Short-term Accommodations, in Innisfil.Mayor Dollin stated, “the meteoric rise of STA’s is changing the character of our…
Link to Rogers TV Barrie’s video of our All Candidates Meeting on September 29, 2018, sponsored by Innisfil Community Church and Innisfil District Association: https://rogerstv.com/media?lid=237&rid=23&gid=299875 Moderator: IDA President Deborah McGrath was moderator. Candidates for councillor positions spoke in order, beginning with Ward One through to Ward Seven. They were followed…
August 15, 2018 NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Saturday, August 25, 2018 Take notice that the Annual General Meeting of the Innisfil District Association for Fiscal Year 2017/18 will be held on the 25th day of August 2018 at the ideaLAB/Library (Alcona), 967 Innisfil Beach Road, Innisfil L9S 1V3)…
A ‘Special Council Meeting’ will be held at town hall tomorrow, Wednesday 16 May 2018, and it is expected that Innisfil council will approve Friday Harbour’s requested additional units.From 5:45 to 6:30pm, council will hold a closed meeting regarding the financial agreement reached with Friday Harbour—called the “Municipal Capital Facilities…
