The SCCA has been involved in land use planning on the Sunshine Coast since our inception, with the goal of preserving biodiversity in our corner of the world. So we welcomed the opportunity in 2020 to provide input during Phase 1 of the shíshálh-BC Land Use Planning Process.
That planning process was initiated in response to the signing in October 2018 of the shíshálh-BC Foundation Agreement. The goal of the Agreement was to provide “clear management direction on”:
- biodiversity,
- watershed integrity,
- resources important to shíshálh culture, and
- sustainable economic development.
Why this Land Use Planning Matters
For the community in general, there are many reasons why this project is important, including advancing Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and working to ensure sustainable economic development.
The SCCA is involved in this project because it will have significant impact on two areas covered by our mandate: preserving biodiversity on the Sunshine Coast and maintaining the integrity of our watersheds.
Phase 2 Underway
This spring (2025), the SCCA again provided input – this time on what Phase 2 engagement activities should be.
We encourage you to participate in the available engagement opportunities.
Here’s where the Land Use Planning project is currently at:
Opportunities to Participate
The following opportunities are available to you participate in Phase 2:
- Complete a public questionnaire. Input is being accepted until to 5:00 pm June 23rd, 2025. Here’s the online questionnaire. Or you can print, complete it, and send in a printable version.
- Attend a public webinar. The webinar will be held on May 1, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. PST. You can register here.
- Attend one of the two open houses, both of which are being held at the Seaside Centre (5790 Teredo Street) in Sechelt. These are drop-in events; you do not have to attend for the whole time period.
Monday, May 5th 2:00-4:00 pm and 5:30-7:30 pm
Thursday, June 5th 2:00-4:00 pm and 5:30-7:30 pm
You can get up to speed quickly by reading the Phase 2 Backgrounder document.
About this Project
Here are additional sources of information about this project.
- Phase 1 Engagement Summary
- shíshálh-BC Land Use Plan 2025 Engagement Website: Assessing the Current State of the swiya
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Project Details
- Project Background
- Details about Engagement Opportunities
- More documents from the project
Stay in the Loop
If you want to receive reminders about the upcoming events described above, sign up for the SCCA’s mailing list.