Defining Erin - Community Input

Community Input

Workshops: the purpose of these meetings was to gain a better understanding of the community’s strength and weaknesses, as well as possible threats and opportunities, from the perspectives of community groups and members. To view the notes from the meetings, please follow the links below:

: July 29, 2010 - Summary of Community Input, click here; October 13, 2009 - Brampton Real Estate Board, click here; October 13, 2009 - Erin BIA, click here; May 4, 2009 - Public Meeting, click here

Letters From Students: Students from Erin Public School wrote letters in response to the Town of Erin's request for public input on future development, as part of the SSMP project. The first letter is a Grades 4/5/6 brainstorming session held by School Librarian Lesley Rowe; the rest are individual letters from Grade 7 and 8 students. The letters were sent to Phil Gravelle, who writes for the Erin Advocate. You can view the letters here.

Mind Maps: mind maps provide a way to identify, explore and analyze the relationships between the ideas, values and issues brought up during the visioning workshops. For more information on mind maps click here. To view a mind map of the values, ideas and issues brought up during the visioning workshops, please click here.

Word Cloud: To see a graphic visualization of the ideas, values and issues brought up during the visioning exercises, click here.

Vision Statement

A vision statement is a statement that expresses the goals and expectations of the future of a community. It provides a clear, unified picture of the future, while also serving as a decision-making tool. This ensures that upcoming projects and initiatives fit within the community's vision of the future. The following is the vision statement for the Town of Erin, derived from the visioning exercises and the input of the Liaison Committee.

The Town of Erin will remain a vibrant, safe and sustainable community, located at the headwaters of the Credit and Grand Rivers. The Town will continue to capitalize on its proximity to large urban centres, while maintaining its excellent community spirit. With a strong employment base, and a range and mix of housing a higher percentage of the residents will work and continue to live within the Town of Erin. Visitors will enjoy the small-town atmosphere, unique shops and surrounding rural charm. Through responsible development and servicing, the Town’s rich natural environment will be protected and preserved.

Don’t forget to fill out our feedback questionnaire so we can learn about your thoughts and ideas. If you have any additional questions or comments about the ongoing project, please do not hesitate to email Matt Pearson from B.M. Ross at mpearson@bmross.net.