Completed Projects
Rotary Splash Pad (2021)
Recreation Project
The splash pad was identified as a priority recreation destination through the public consultation for the Downtown Waterfront Master Plan.
Growth Community Improvement Plan (2020)
Policy Project
A major policy recommendations in the Downtown Waterfront Master Plan was to review the City's community improvement plans (CIPs). GCIP is the City's most comprehensive and expansive CIP to date.
Parks Master Plan (2021)
Policy Project
The Downtown Waterfront Master Plan recommended an update to the 2009 Parks Plan.
Outdoor Multi-Use Recreation Courts (2021)
Recreation Project
The Parks Master Plan identified that the City had a lack of basketball courts. These newly built multi-use courts are also able to deliver other recreational activities over time (ex. tennis, pickleball, ball hockey).
Projects in Progress
Making Over Mainstreet
Infrastructure & Landscape Architecture Project
A key component of the Master Plan is the revitalization and reconstruction of our Main Street.
Rotary Playground
Recreation Project
The nautical-themed playground will be integrated with the existing Rotary Splash Pad.
All Wheel Park
Recreation Project
The new All-Wheel Park will include a skatepark and pump track and will be integrated with the existing Multi-Use Courts near the City’s Transit Terminal.
Other Notable Initiatives
Pedestrian Underpass (2009)
The first physical connection between the Downtown and Waterfront
Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) (2019)
Provides expert community input on City of North Bay public art policies, projects and procedures
Downtown Snow Removal Improvements (2019-2020)
Block by block snow removal was implemented to improve mobility within the Downtown Core
Downtown North Bay & Waterfront Re-Branding (2020)
New branding helps to improve the connection between the Downtown and Waterfront
Municipal Parking Updates (2020)
Parking made easier in the Downtown Core
Outdoor Patio Fees Waived (2020, 2021 and 2022)
To help support local businesses, the City waived all fees for the creation of new or expanded commercial patios for 2020 & 2021
Traffic Box Art Project (2021)
Intended to increase public art visibility, beautify the downtown & provide local artists an outlet for their work
Façade Improvement Grant Updates (2021)
The Growth Community Improvement Plan team implemented a number of changes to the Façade Improvement Grant. These changes are intended to create a higher standard for façade improvement proposals.
Community Response Unit (2020)
To improve safety within the City, including the Downtown & Waterfront
Spaces for Opportunities (2021-2022)
If you are looking to open a business in Downtown North Bay check out these available spaces on the interactive “Spaces for Opportunities” map
Community Safety and Well-Being Plan (CSWP)
North Bay’s Community Safety and Well-Being Plan (CSWBP) is a coordinated effort to foster a safe, healthy and inclusive community by responding to identified priority risks.
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