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Burlington, Ont.—Oct. 8, 2025— Horizon 2050 is the City of Burlington’s strategic plan for the next 25 years. Residents are encouraged to share their ideas through the online survey, at community meetings and by joining the City’s community panel. Details on how to get involved are on the new Horizon 2050 Get Involved page at getinvolvedburlington.ca/horizon2050
This new 25-year strategic plan will guide long-term planning and make sure the City Burlington is future ready, with connected communities and is a thriving city for future generations.
Take the Horizon 2050 Online Survey until Oct. 31
Local residents, businesses and interested parties are invited to complete the survey online until Friday, Oct. 31, 2025.
The City is looking for feedback on the preliminary framework of Horizon 2050. Horizon 2050 will guide the choices City leadership makes today and over the next 25 years.
Feedback collected as part of the survey will help City staff and Council set the priorities that shape policies, programs and investments across the city.
Join a Public Engagement Session
Attend an in-person or virtual meeting to talk about Horizon 2050, a long-term plan to guide how Burlington will grow. This input will help leadership and Council plan for a thriving city that is ready for the future and its next generations.
Community Public Engagement Session 1
- Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Haber Recreation Centre, Room 1, 3040 Tim Dobbie Dr., Burlington, Ont.
Community Public Engagement Session 2
- Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Mountainside Recreation Centre, Room 2, 2205 Mt Forest Dr., Burlington, Ont.
Community Public Engagement Session 3
- Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Mountainside Recreation Centre, Room 2, 2205 Mt Forest Dr., Burlington, Ont.
Community Public Engagement Session 4
- Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom
Horizon 2050 Framework Feedback
Staff and Burlington City Council will use feedback to inform strategic decisions. What residents share will help the City better understand their values, needs and hopes for the community’s future. The framework of the plan is focused on areas that will support Burlington’s long-term success:
- Environmental and climate action
- Growth, planning and housing
- Transportation and digital infrastructure
- Inclusion, equity and participation for people of all ages
- Economic and cultural wellbeing
- Future generations
- Health and wellbeing for all generations
- Resilience and adaptability
Burlington is a city where people, nature and business thrive. Sign up to learn more about Burlington at burlington.ca/subscribe and follow @CityBurlington on social media.
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Curt Benson, Chief Administration Officer
“Horizon 2050 is about looking ahead — making sure the choices we make today set Burlington up for long-term success. It’s an opportunity to hear from residents, businesses, and staff about what matters most and how the City can continue to support a high quality of life as we grow and change.
The feedback we gather will help shape the next Strategic Plan and guide how we continue to plan, invest, and work together in the years ahead. It’s about building on our strengths and continuing to evolve in ways that serve our community well.
Your input will help support thoughtful, balanced decisions that reflect Burlington’s values and priorities — keeping our city connected, thriving, and ready for the future.”
Links and Resources
getinvolvedburlington.ca/horizon2050
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Media contact:
City of Burlington Corporate Communications
communications@burlington.ca
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