The City of North Bay prepares a range of plans, studies, and strategies to guide long-term growth, infrastructure, community services, and quality of life. This page provides easy access to official plans, master plans, and studies that help shape decision-making and future development in our city.
Featured Plans
These are some of the most important plans guiding North Bay today.
All Plans, Strategies, and Studies
Corporate Plans
Strategic Plan (2017 to 2027)
City‑wide roadmap directing priorities and decisions for both Council and staff.
Organizational Review (2024)
An overall assessment of City services to ensure value for the taxpayer.
Communications Review (2024)
Review of municipal practices and recommendations to enhance communications.
Land Use & Growth
Official Plan (updated 2026)
Primary land use policy guiding future development, environment, community, and infrastructure decisions.
Official Plan Review (in progress)
Background studies and updates currently underway to keep the Official Plan aligned with provincial policy and growth forecasts.
Growth Community Improvement Plan (2020)
Incentives for redevelopment and investment.
Housing Action Plan (2023)
Plan to accelerate the processes to expand the housing supply and to continue to support residential housing development.
Transportation & Mobility
Active Transportation Master Plan (2019)
Framework for walking, cycling, and non‑motorized transportation for the next 20 years.
Road Safety Strategy (2025)
Focuses on identifying factors contributing to collisions and determining and implementing targeted interventions.
Parks, Recreation, and Community Spaces
Parks Master Plan (2021)
Guides the long-term planning of outdoor park spaces, including enhancement to existing parks across the city.
Downtown Waterfront Master Plan (2017)
Long-term vision that brings together economic strength, social parity, environmental sustainability, and cultural vibrancy
Sam Jacks & Steve Omischl Master Plan (in progress)
Will guide facility improvements and meet community sport and recreation needs over the next ten years.
Multi-Use Recreational Facility Feasibility Study (2013)
Assesses the need for and feasibility of renovating, replacing, and/or constructing indoor recreation facilities.
Update to Multi-Use Recreational Facility Feasibility Study (2019)
Considers updated population and participation/usage data, trends and allocation practices.
Community Safety, Social Well-Being, & Quality of Life
Community Safety & Well-Being Plan (2021)
Coordinated long‑term plan to improve safety, inclusivity, and quality of life.
Community Safety & Well-Being Plan Supplement (2025)
Builds on progress and refines goals/actions extending through 2026.
Age‑Friendly Community Action Plan (2016)
Aims to make the city more accessible and inclusive for older adults.
Accessibility Plan (2023)
Outlines what steps to prevent and remove barriers to accessibility.
Cultural Plan (2011)
Helps integrate cultural resources with planning and decision-making.
Environment & Sustainability
Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan (2025)
Focuses on reducing energy use and promoting sustainable practices within municipal operations
Waste Diversion Strategy (2025)
Plan to enhance participation in local waste diversion initiatives and reduce the amount of waste directed to the Merrick Landfill.