Welcome to the Greenlands Centre Wellington Website

Greenlands is "a system of natural areas and open spaces for citizens' use and enjoyment and for the protection of ecological values."

Like so many communities lying in the urban shadow of the Greater Toronto Area, the Township of Centre Wellington is experiencing the urbanizing forces of the metropolis that re-shape environments, cultures and economies.  But we know that "smart growth" and environmental quality go hand in hand.  Our environment — the Elora Gorge, historic Fergus, and the Grand and Irvine rivers — attract people to our community from across Canada and the United States.  Wise planning that features our environment and heritage will ensure a vibrant economy and a sustainable community for generations to come.

Principles of Smart Growth

• Mix land uses
• Take advantage of compact building design
• Create walkable neighbourhoods
• Foster distinctive, attractive communities with a strong sense of place
• Preserve open space, farmland, natural beauty and critical environmental areas
• Strengthen and direct development towards existing communities
• Provide a variety of transportation choices
• Make development decisions predictable, fair and cost effective
• Encourage community and stakeholder collaboration

source: Smart Growth Network

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Invitation to the Fifth Annual Greenlands
Centre Wellington Conference and Workshop

Come and learn from our friends and neighbours in Halton and Peel Regions how they balance the pressures for growth and the need to protect what their citizens value.

Preregister by emailing gcw@sentex.ca with your name, email address and the name of the organization you represent.

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