Building Vaughan, sustainably
Build-canada.ca
Dec. 15. 2022
The City of Vaughan recognizes sustainable development is not just a trend -- it is a priority. As a forward-thinking municipality, the City is fostering a greener community, preserving the environment and leading with best practices, as outlined in the 2018-2022 Term of Council Service Excellence Strategic Plan.
Vaughan has seen rapid growth and transformation -- but sustainability is woven into ongoing city-building efforts. Here’s how:
- Environmental stewardship: As seen in the City’s Green Directions Vaughan policy, Municipal Energy Plan Revision, Green Guardians program and more.
- Sustainable buildings: Vaughan City Hall, Fire Station 7-10 and Fire Station 7-9 are LEED Gold certified. Many other facilities are certified LEED Silver, Zero Carbon or Net Zero Energy.
- Sustainability Metrics Program: As of 2023, all new development applications must achieve a minimum sustainability score to be approved, including the use of Bird-Safe Design Standards.
- Active transportation: The updated Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan initiated new cycle tracks city-wide, advanced the Vaughan Super Trail and more.
- Green fleet vehicles: Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service will introduce 25 electric and hybrid fleet vehicles over the next eight years, including cars, pick-up trucks and SUVs. The City’s Public Works team purchased two Nissan Leafs in 2019.
- Streetlight Retrofit Program: Since 2019, more than 24,000 LED streetlights have been installed city-wide.
- Black Creek Renewal Project: Launched in 2019 to help prevent flooding in the city’s downtown core, the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre.
View this article on page 15 of BUILD Canada’s November issue: https://build-canada.ca/build-canada-october-2022/
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