Building & Development

Municipal Development Plan(MDP) Adopted by Council

Date: December 1, 2025
Bylaw: Municipal Development Plan – Bylaw 2025-09

The Town of Calmar is pleased to announce that Council has officially adopted the updated Municipal Development Plan (MDP). This Plan guides Calmar’s growth and development and reflects our community’s values, priorities, and long-term vision.

About the Updated MDP

The MDP sets the direction for:

  •  Housing and neighborhood development
  •  Downtown revitalization and land use
  •  Community services, active mobility, parks, and trails
  •  Economic development
  •  Environmental stewardship and infrastructure planning
  • The updated Plan replaces the 2019 MDP and incorporates legislative requirements, emerging community needs, and public feedback.

How We Got Here

Over the past year, the Town:

  • Conducted public engagement with residents, landowners and community
    groups
  • Worked with regional partners and stakeholders
  • Completed a draft updated MDP and posted it for public review
  • Held a Public Hearing on December 1, 2025, in accordance with the Municipal Government Act
  • Received and considered comments before bringing the Plan forward for adoption

What This Means Moving Forward

The MDP will guide future decisions related to:

  • Land use planning and subdivision
  • Infrastructure investment
  • Parks, recreation, and community amenities
  • Growth management and long-term decision making

All new statutory plans and amendments must now be reviewed for consistency with the adopted MDP.

Read the New MDP

Questions?

If you have any questions about the MDP or future planning initiatives, please contact:

Planning & Development
Email: eagube@calmar.ca
Phone: 780.985.3604 ext. 227

Planning Calmar’s Future

As Calmar continues to grow, we’re updating the key Master Plans that guide how our town manages and expands its core infrastructure. These long-range plans help Council and Administration proactively plan for land use, development, and essential services that support a thriving, sustainable community.

In partnership with ISL Engineering, the Town is updating four major Master Plans:

These plans have not been updated since the early 2000s. In that time, Calmar has seen significant growth. The updated versions reflect today’s needs, align with current policies like the Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw, and account for future residential, commercial, and industrial development.

We encourage all residents to review the draft master plans and see how Calmar is preparing for a strong and sustainable future.

The draft plans are currently being referred to external agencies for feedback. Once responses are reviewed, the Town will determine if any amendments are needed before moving forward with formal adoption. Adoption of the updated plans is anticipated by year-end.

What’s Considered in a Master Plan?

The Town uses multiple inputs to build a comprehensive plan:

  • Technical requirements and engineering assessments

  • Community concerns and feedback

  • Council policies and long-term goals

  • Provincial regulations and planning legislation

  • Financial viability and funding

  • Public and stakeholder engagement

These inputs help create a clear roadmap to ensure Calmar grows in a healthy, safe, and financially responsible way.

Contact Information

Master Plans
Graydon Neilson
Email: GNielson@calmar.ca
Phone: 780-985-2121

Municipal Development Plan
Eanimi Agube
Email: eagube@calmar.ca
Phone: 780-985-3604 ext. 227