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ICSP Information, Input & Involvement
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[Updated 09-08-24]
County of Frontenac: Fresh with Opportunity
Growing Vibrant, Innovative, Natural and Sustainable Places
Thank you for visiting the website. The County’s Integrated Community Sustainability Plan was adopted in principle by the Council on August 12, 2009. (See our front page to access the ICSP and the implementation document.) Hundreds of stakeholders have provided their input and ideas which contributed to the basis of the principles which will govern future development in the County over the next 50 years. As a living document, we continue to seek your feedback through one of five means: telephone, fax, mail, email or through the input box at the bottom of this page.
The projects and suggestions listed on this page were the starting point. This list is by no means complete and a project’s inclusion on this page does not necessarily indicate its viability. The initiatives posted were mentioned through public consultations, meetings and surveys as sustainable initiatives which could be undertaken in the short, medium or long term.
And, because it is a living document which will grow through the contributions of our residents, stakeholders and visitors, we continue to value your innovative ideas. Your comments are requested to help ensure our long-term values and priorities for the Frontenacs continue to be relevant. Please see the content below for information on each of the five Focus Areas identified in the ICSP framework found here. Each Focus Area has a vision statement presented which has been discussed by Task Force groups. The vision is intended to set a goal for the sustainable Frontenacs over the next few decades.
You are encouraged to have a read through the proposed visions and suggested initiatives to date below. These represent the data used to build the Plan, Directions for Our Future and the Implementation document, Sustainable Actions. Please use one of the contact methods provided at the bottom of the page to help us secure the environmental, cultural, social and economic sustainability of our region.
Economic Development & Communication
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Economic Development: The County of Frontenac has a diverse and dynamic economic base comprised of thriving local businesses that promote our cultural and natural history. Economic development takes health, community, education, and environmental and social objectives into account. Through collaborative partnerships across the County and beyond, residents have year round employment opportunities that support well-being, community vitality and local sustainability.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Green Business Park, Greening Local Businesses Support, Comprehensive Eco-Tourism Strategy, Technical Assessment of Local Energy Generation Potential, Local Renewable Energy Partnership, County Tourism Map, Frontenac Centre – Sustainable Four Seasons Retreat Support, New Tourism Product - Connecting to the TransCanada Trail system, Main Street Revitalization Support, Broadband Access Support, South Frontenac Library Support, Addington Frontenac Area Radio Project Support, Frontenac Agricultural Centre Support, County-Wide Local Food Advisory Group, Business Case for Local Abattoir Support, Brand the County as a Sustainable Region, Elektra-Observatory Support, Central Frontenac Railway Museum Support, Attract Sustainability-Minded Businesses to Region, Develop & Support Horticulture Industry (where possible)
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Communication: State-of-the-art communication services support residents who choose to work from home or to expand their business through virtual networks as well as seasonal residents who want access to these networks. New technologies and connections facilitate remote access to educational, financial, medical and social services previously unavailable.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Broadband Access & Support, Cellular Coverage Improvements, Community Training Seminars for New Technology, Support Web-based Applications for Community Involvement, Biz Pal Support, E-Commerce Activities, Smart Metering linked with Broadband Connection Opportunities, Telemedicine and E-Health Networks for Medical Facilities in the Frontenacs
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Land Use Planning & Management
Through regular consultations with stakeholders and agencies, the County of Frontenac has developed an Integrated Community Sustainability Plan that emphasizes coordinated land use planning among the County and the Townships.
Land use planning throughout the Frontenacs proactively realizes continuous community improvement and stewardship of the natural environment. Responsible planning facilitates linkages between users and services while integrating economic development, ecological integrity, social connections, and cultural experiences.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Community Improvement Plans Support, County-Wide Land Use Inventory, Inventory Community Assets, County Official Plan, Visioning Exercise for Sustainable Development in the Frontenacs, Brownfield Redevelopment, Lake Management Plan Support, LEED® for Neighbourhood Standards, Shared Planning Services & Harmonized Planning, Integrated GIS Mapping & Shared Mapping Services, Map Land Uses County-Wide
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Protection of Natural Areas
The County of Frontenac's rich natural environment is thriving because of its commitment to integrated sustainability planning and stewardship. A set of principles and planning policies have been developed through consultation with residents, tourists and organizations that strive to balance the protection of natural areas with opportunities for discovering the outdoors. This results in a healthy mosaic of ecologically managed forests, trails, farmland, wetlands and watersheds.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Frontenac Stewardship/Conservation Plan, Lake Fish Stocking Assessment, Banning Plastic Bags Project Support, Inventory Community Natural Assets, Lake Management Plan Support, Canadian Model Forest Network Support, Uranium Mining & Exploration Resolution, Support Reducing GHG Emissions in all Planning and Management Activities, Clean Water Sign & Education Program, Identify and Support Efforts by the Agriculture Sector to Protect the Natural Environment, Adopt a Highway Support, Dark Skies Initiative Support, Eco-Tourism Training for Businesses, Trail Clean-Up Initiative, Subsidize Seedling Program, Support Rideau Waterway Land Trust, Support Queen's University Biological Station, Noise/Vessel Restrictions on Small/Sensitive Waterways, Groundwater & Aquifer Study to Understand Mining Impacts
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Energy, Water, Waste, Transportation & Infrastructure
Energy: The County of Frontenac is a leader among rural communities in the development, conservation, generation and efficient use of clean, renewable energy that fulfills the community’s energy needs. The County of Frontenac’s diverse energy systems reduce harmful impacts on air, land, water, and the climate.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Energy Conservation Plan, Mandatory LEED® Standard for County-funded New Construction, Technical Assessment of Local Energy Generation Potential, Local Renewable Energy Partnership, Online Networking Site for Energy Conservation & Education, Renewable Energy Conference Organization, Carbon Offset/Credit Program Participation, On-Site Renewable Energy Production for Municipal Buildings, Identify & Support Off-Grid Residents & Businesses, Directory of Local Green Businesses, Promote & Assist Efforts to Access Renewable/Conservation Programs and Technologies, Identify & Support Local Green Energy Initiatives and Provide Assistance to Establish Pilot Projects in the Frontenacs,
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Water: Residents of the County of Frontenac have access to clean water. Water use is conserved and high demand applications are carefully monitored. Waste water and storm water are managed using local, low energy systems that have a net positive impact on the natural environment. Potable water provision, storm water management and flood control measures are designed to maintain the integrity of streams, rivers, lakes, riparian areas and wetlands.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Centre of Excellence in Water Management, Rural Water Education Program, Septic System Inspection Support, Source Water Protection Plans for Non-Municipal Sources, Support CRCA Green Belt Plan for Collins Lake, Water Conservation & Protection Plans
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Waste: The County of Frontenac embraces the long term goal of zero waste to landfill and all recyclable and compostable waste has been diverted from landfills. There is a strong awareness of how to reduce waste through minimized consumption and improved education of consumers and reduced packaging from industry. There are many viable options for waste diversion including reuse, recycling, composting and other forms of resource recovery. The County is part of an integrated waste management system that ensures environmentally responsible methods of waste management and reaches beyond its borders for solutions scaled to achieve regional efficiencies.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Solid Waste Management Plan, Waste Diversion Education Support, Zero-Waste Pilot Project
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Transportation: The County of Frontenac is connected to regional transportation networks that provide residents with access to health care, employment and other services. The ferry service, road network, bridges and capital equipment are well managed, efficient and affordable, and the ecological impact is minimized.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Salt Management Plan, Regional Transportation Network, Municipal Fleet Vehicle Analysis, Facilitate Car Pooling, Develop Effective & Efficient Transportation Management Plan
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Infrastructure: Services and economic activity in the County of Frontenac are supported by good quality, well maintained and well managed public, commercial, industrial, and residential infrastructure. The County and Townships' prudent fiscal management ensures an appropriate balance between servicing ongoing municipal demands and investing in future operations and improvements.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Infrastructure and Municipal Asset Management, Mandatory LEED® Standard for any County-funded New Construction, Plan and Manage Road Systems to Control Costs & Minimize Local Taxpayer Burden, Conservation Measures & Alternative Technologies Approach
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Quality of Life
Health & Social Services: Residents (both permanent and seasonal) are able to access high quality health care and social professional services through a network of care facilities and programs in the Frontenacs. The County fosters the network of health care and social service providers through development, maintenance, attraction and retention programs. It also advocates for a strong health and social services system, supported through effective service delivery agreements.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Health/Social/Community Services development, maintenance & retention program, Frontenac Transportation Collaborative Initiative, Complete an independent review of the need for long-term care beds in the County
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Housing: The County of Frontenac has a diversity of housing types, tenures, and price ranges to meet the needs of permanent residents at different income levels. Seniors, youth, rural poor and others have options to stay in their communities if they choose, perhaps living in their homes with support services, or in long-term care or transition/assisted living facilities. Housing affordability is enhanced by designing efficient use of energy buildings that can be adapted over time to accommodate different uses, changes in technology, and demographics. Policies and programs address persistent problems and issues such as “hidden homelessness”; the migration of new/urban residents into the County in search of lower cost housing, but who don’t understand the full costs of living in a rural area; and the need for minimum property standards (physical, not housekeeping) that are enforced to support the quality of available housing.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: County Housing Statement & Inventory, Property Standards Enforcement, Second Suites, Transitional/Assisted Living Environment, Incentives to Build Green
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Recreation & Leisure: The County of Frontenac, together with the four townships, various community groups, private sector partners and other levels of government, offers a diversity of recreation and leisure activities ranging from quiet or relaxing leisure pursuits to sports and more extreme adventures. These activities are environmentally responsible, support active lifestyles for youth and others, and are sensitive to local traditions, identities and values. Safeguards are in place to ensure natural, recreational and leisure assets are in place for generations to come.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Master Trails Plan and Trail Network Development, Multiple Use Facilities and Cultural Centres, Develop and implement a program to promote nature-based, recreation & leisure activities unique to the Frontenacs
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Culture & Heritage: The County celebrates the arts and local history, and demonstrates the value it places on its artifacts and built heritage. Residents are part of a vibrant community that enjoys a wide range of formal and informal festivals, programs, and opportunities to create and enjoy the arts. It fosters opportunities to showcase local cultures and the values of sustainability (reflecting an integration of environmental, economic, social and cultural values) throughout the Frontenacs.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Frontenac Agricultural Centre Support, Central Frontenac Railway Museum Support, County-Wide Heritage Museum, South Frontenac Library Support, Local Food Charter, Develop and implement plan to support local farms & farmgate sales, Develop and implement plan to promote & support local festivals, events & attractions, Redevelopment of Wolfe Island Canal, Develop and implement plan to identify/promote unique lifestyle options (eg. off-grid, strawbale construction, home-based businesses, and more)
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Capacity Building & Governance: Government decision-making processes are clear, transparent, forward thinking and focused on the longer term. There is clear direction for land use planning, economic development, physical, social and cultural infrastructure, and investment in community capacity. The public (and that particularly includes youth) is interested, informed, and meaningfully involved in local governance. Strong links ensure seamless relationships between community and municipalities, and support partnerships with communities of interest outside the County.
Suggested Initiatives to Date: Sustainability Training and Education Program for Public and Municipal Representatives, Sustainability Spending Policies, Geomatics Information Project, Organize and host rural sustainability conference to acknowledge the achievements contributing towards the sustainability of the Frontenacs, Contract with qualified firms or individuals to objectively assess best practices, Sustainability Partnership with Local School Board
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Please use one of the listed options to contact:
Joe Gallivan, Manager of Sustainability Planning
County of Frontenac
2069 Battersea Road,
Glenburnie ON K0H 1S0
Tel 613-548-9400 x350
Fax 613-548-8460
jgallivan@frontenaccounty.ca
Thanks for your participation!
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