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​The planning, infrastructure and policy framework for the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) is well underway. Over the past several years, a number of plans and studies have been completed that provide a vision for transformation of the downtown into a vibrant, transit-oriented and sustainable centre. These plans build on each other to provide a framework for growth, implementation and activation of the VMC.   

Community Improvement Plan (CIP) for the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre
The intent of the CIP Study is to designate a Community Improvement Plan Project area for the VMC and other intensification areas; and propose a package of financial tools that will most effectively attract office development and support the City’s economic development and employment goals for the VMC. 
 
Cultural Framework Study and Public Art Policy
The Cultural Framework Plan will foster creativity and innovation in shaping an authentic downtown for Vaughan that builds a sense of pride for the City and its people. The City-Wide Public Art Program will guide the development and/or acquisition of public art and cultural products to enhance the City’s image and identity across its dynamic and diverse communities. 
 
Edgeley Pond and Park
Edgeley Pond and Park is the largest open space and City-owned piece of land in the VMC. Located at the northeast corner of Highway 7 and Jane Street, the proposed improvements to the area will accommodate development in the VMC.
Transportation Master Plan
The Transportation Master Plan supports the population and employment growth projected in the City’s Official Plan. 

VMC Parking Strategy  
The Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) Parking Strategy will help the City manage parking within the downtown core. The objective of the strategy is to develop a plan with immediate short- and long-term solutions that support continued investment in the VMC, while laying the foundation for fundamental changes in land-use and travel habits.

VMC Reconnaissance and Strategic Assessment
The City hired Live Work Learn Play Inc. (LWLP) as its “Development Facilitator” – a team to support Vaughan’s city-building efforts in the VMC. Beginning work in October 2014, and as the first part of its mandate, LWLP has developed a Reconnaissance and Strategic Assessment (PDF) report in order to establish a baseline of consensus and direction from which to move forward. 
 
VMC Secondary Plan
The Secondary Plan outlines and defines the elements that will make up the VMC – transit-oriented, walkable, accessible, diverse, vibrant, green and beautiful.

VMC Servicing Strategy Master Plan Class Environmental Assessment Study
This  study assess the municipal servicing improvements and/or modifications to the stormwater, water and wastewater services that will be required to implement the development objectives outlined in the VMC Secondary Plan.

VMC Streetscape + Open Space Plan
This plan will define and communicate a strong visual identity for the City’s new downtown.

VMC Urban Design Guidelines
The Urban Design Guidelines will shape development in the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, the City’s new downtown. The guidelines will promote high-quality design excellence and support the urban vision for the VMC as outlined in the Secondary Plan.

VMC Utility Master Plan
The VMC Utility Master Plan (PDF) is fundamental to support the VMC's full build-out and implementation. The plan ensures that utilities and infrastructure are adequately designed, integrated and co-ordinated with the downtown’s new public realm.

 

 Contact Information

 
For information about the Community Improvement Study, please contact
Mike Launslager
905-832-2281 ext. 8472
Mike.Launslager@vaughan.ca
 
For information about the Cultural Framework Study and Public Art Plan, please contact Amy Roots 
905-832-2281 ext. 8035
amy.roots@vaughan.ca
 
For information about the Transportation Master Plan, please contact Selma Hubjer 
905-832-2281 ext. 8674
selma.hubjer@vaughan.ca
 
For information about the VMC Secondary Plan, please contact Melissa Rossi
905-832-2281 ext. 8320
melissa.rossi@vaughan.ca

For information about the
VMC Municipal Servicing Class EA Master Plan, please contact 
Jennifer Cappola-Logullo 
905-832-2281 ext. 8433
jennifer.logullo@vaughan.ca
 
For information about the VMC Streetscape + Open Space Plan, please contact Moira Wilson
905-832-2281 ext. 8353
moira.wilson@vaughan.ca
 
For information about the VMC Urban Design Guidelines, please contact Amy Roots
905-832-2281 ext. 8035
amy.roots@vaughan.ca
 
Chief Corporate Initiatives and
Intergovernmental Relations

905-832-2281 ext. 8427
tim.simmonds@vaughan.ca
 
 

 Related Links

 
  • Metrolinx Mobility Hubs
  • Newsroom
  • Placemaking - The Metropolitan Experience
  • TYSSE
  • VivaNext
  • VMC video
  • York Region transit-oriented development guidelines
 

 Additional Resources

 
  • Government of Canada
  • Government of Ontario
  • York Region
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