Ideas Workshop: James Bay

Join an Ideas Workshop and have your say on the future of places and spaces in James Bay!

The City of Victoria is updating the Official Community Plan (OCP) for Victoria to meet the needs of our growing population and address the housing and climate crises. The OCP will incorporate directions and plans from recent neighbourhood plans into the proposed update to ensure each area of Victoria can grow and maintain its special charm while still aligning with OCP framework.

James Bay does not have a recent neighbourhood plan. Join the Ideas Workshop and help shape how this area can grow and change into the future.

Children are welcome and lunch will be included. The workshop is open to anyone who lives, works, plays, or has a keen interest in the future of the area.

Event Details

Join residents and urban design professionals at an in-person Ideas Workshop at James Bay Community School on June 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and explore ideas to help shape the future of James Bay. Participate in collaborative planning sessions with fellow community members to brainstorm the future of building design, public spaces and community connection in the context of our shared city.

The Ideas Workshop will focus on:

• An overview of the 10-Year Official Community Plan Update.
• Refining directions for land use, urban design, mobility and public space in the context of the Official Community Plan.
• Opportunities for unique urban design and amenities near villages, transit and gathering places.
• Better connections and comfort for walking and rolling.
• Enhancing and integrating open spaces and greenery in the city.

And explore questions such as:

• How could James Bay Village evolve to meet future needs and create lively and welcoming public spaces?
• How could a smaller urban village in the west part of the peninsula serve residents and visitors?
• How can James Bay can better connect to the waterfront and Beacon Hill Park?
• How will the Inner Harbour and Legislative Precinct, with connections to regional transportation, serve future employment and tourism needs?
• How can the City incorporate connectivity and green spaces into James Bay’s unique street pattern?

The workshop will begin with an overview of the 10-Year Official Community Plan Update before digging into considerations and opportunities for place-based planning in James Bay.