| MISSION | To protect, preserve and enhance the natural, agricultural and historic resources of Essa by linking people and communities through involvement in the planning, promotion and celebration of healthy active lifestyles with a focus on the Nottawasaga River and associated tributaries, access to local food, active transportation, safety, community revitalization, and environmental, agricultural and community sustainability. |
| GOALS | Build Active Transportation and Recreation Opportunities
| Strengthen Local Food System
| Protect, Preserve & Enhance Nature: Air Water & Soil
| Celebrate History
| Strengthen Local Economy |
STRATEGIES | Plan an inter-connected trail system; Promote infrastructure that supports pedestrian movement and cycling; Create a strategy for use of waterways; Develop parks and supportive amenities; Promote enjoyment of the natural environment. | Assess and develop policies that protect and preserve the agricultural resource base; Promote agriculture through education and celebrations; Promote eating local.
| Assess and develop policies that protect and preserve the natural resource base for environmental sustainability; Clean and restore waterways; Develop links to preserve natural heritage; Plant trees to encourage natural habitats to flourish | Develop an inventory of historical assets; Raise historical awareness; Develop a strategy to incorporate significant historical assets into recreational and tourism opportunities; Preserve our history. | Establish partnerships to support the implementation of healthy living initiatives; Create Essa as a destination by promoting the natural, agricultural and historical assets. |
