Building Belonging




Survey #1 - Early Input
Help shape the Village's I.D.E.A. Framework and Action Plan! Tell us what helps you feel welcome and where we can remove barriers to services, information, and participation.
The Early Input survey will close on February 20, 2026.
What to Expect (Key Milestones)
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December 1, 2025
Building Belonging has finished this stagePhase 1 Project Launch and Survey 1 Opens
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December 9, 2025
Building Belonging has finished this stageCouncil Consultation on the I.D.E.A. framework. Council discussed various scenarios and provided feedback on what they’re hearing from the community, what the risks or worries are, and how to measure success.
View the slide deck here.
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February 19, 2026
Building Belonging is currently at this stageJoin us for one of two public consultation events on February 19, 2026!
Session 1: Thursday, February 19 from 1:30PM - 3:00PMOR
Session 2: Thursday, February 19 from 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Where: Memorial Hall, 290 Esplanade Avenue
Help co-create the Village's first Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Framework and Action Plan!
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End of February 2026
this is an upcoming stage for Building BelongingWhat We Heard (summary of themes from survey, workshops, and outreach).
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Early March 2026
this is an upcoming stage for Building BelongingSurvey 2: What We Heard Feedback Opens
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March 2026
this is an upcoming stage for Building BelongingDraft Framework & Action Plan posted for comment.
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March 2026
this is an upcoming stage for Building BelongingSurvey 3: Draft Action Plan Feedback Opens March 2026
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April 2026
this is an upcoming stage for Building BelongingRevisions, Council presentation, and final public summary for Phase 1.
Strategic Priorities
This initiative aligns with Council’s 2025-2026 strategic priorities including promoting a healthy livable community and ensuring public safety.

Who's Listening
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Local Government
Phone 604-796-2171 Email info@harrisonhotsprings.ca -
Consultant