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Who is COTRA:
- A city-wide coalition of residents and residents’ associations, formed in response to the proposed EHON Neighbourhood Retail & Services (NRS) study.
- Wants residents to be aware of proposed zoning changes, and resident voices to inform decisions.
- Wants vibrant, thriving neighbourhoods that benefit everyone.
- Strongly supports local businesses.
- Wants thoughtful zoning changes to support this.
Our Approach:
- Build awareness and understanding for the proposed changes and the potential implications to residents.
- Maintain neutral, factual communication through our networks of residents’ associations and community contacts.
- Gather resident feedback through surveys and outreach.
Our Goal:
- Drive transparency, awareness and community engagement.
- Work with Planning, Council and stakeholders for meaningful and appropriate policy changes.
Survey Overview:
- COTRA designed and distributed a city-wide survey to gather input on the impact of the proposed bylaw changes..
- The survey explained the proposed changes and posed questions to understand residents’ support, views and/or concerns.
- Survey Period: September 2 – 15, 2025 (2 weeks).
