Maplewood Eco-Industrial Partnership Project
Type of initiative
FCM Green Municipal Fund - Plans, Studies, Pilots
Sector
Multi-sector (Plans)
Project value$175,100
Project Type
Pilot Project
Sub Sector
Sustainable Neighbourhoods
Grant amount$87,550
Program type
GMF
Municipality
District of North Vancouver, BC
Status
Fully Disbursed
Population
88,168
Project timeline
2002 - 2013
Project number
3345
Description
The District of North Vancouver is using an eco-industrial development approach to meet development goals. In thiscontext, the district will evaluate eco-industrial networking opportunities in its Maplewood community. Development willbe consistent with the Greater Vancouver Regional District (GVRD) strategies for demand–side management and aliveable region. The study will result in a sustainable community plan that integrates, rather than isolates, industrialactivity with residential and commercial areas. Eco-industrial opportunities and needs, including infrastructurerequirements will be identified. The study will include public consultation and a design workshop. Partners include theGVRD, the British Columbia Real Estate Foundation and local businesses. Financial support has also been receivedfrom Industry Canada and Natural Resources Canada.
Applicant
District of North Vancouver, BC