Regional Planning
The Regional Planning Division fosters a sustainable region by providing information, growth management and transportation modeling. Read more 
What's New
Deer Management 
The CRD Board of Directors are moving forward with addressing deer issues in the region. On April 11, they appointed a Citizens Advisory Group (CAG) to guide the development of a deer management strategy. The group will make their recommendations to the CRD Board in July 2012.
All input on deer management in the CRD or submissions to the CAG will be received through the deer management 
email.
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Rapid Transit Local Funding Task Force 
Have your say on LRT local funding options. The CRD and BC Transit joint task force investigating local funding options for the proposed light rail transit (LRT) invite residents to take an online survey. The task force will continue to seek input from the municipalities, stakeholders and the public through upcoming public hearings and a dedicated email address and website:
2011 Origin-Destination Household Travel Survey
The data collection stage of the 2011 Origin Destination Household Travel Survey has now been completed, with 6,000 households completing the survey. R.A. Malatest & Associates are verifying the information collected over the last 10 weeks and will release the preliminary results in late Spring 2012.
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Regional Sustainability Web Portal 
Visit the CRD Sustainability Portal, dedicated to the nine policy briefs that form the basis of the Regional Sustainability Strategy (RSS). The portal will be active through 2012 as we set the direction for growth and development over the next 25 years. As we draft the RSS we will seek further public input. So, save it to your favourites and check back regularly. Read more
Building Permit Report - Fourth Quarter 2011 
Construction value for building permits totalled $113.9 million for the fourth quarter, 57% lower than the fourth quarter in 2010, and 36% lower than the third quarter in 2011. While the permit dollar values are significantly lower this quarter compared to the fourth quarter last year, the number of permits issued decreased by only 4%.
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Transportation Data Now Available on Google Earth
CRD Regional Planning has released data from its transportation model, using Google Earth to show the 100 busiest bus stops; bicycle, pedestrian and vehicle counts from various points around the region; and congestion levels on major routes for the afternoon peak period.
Regional Pedestrian & Cycling Master Plan
The Regional Pedestrian and Cycling Master Plan (PCMP) is complete and available for viewing. Developed for the CRD, municipalities and key stakeholders to help direct planning and investment to support more cycling and walking in the region. Read more
Urban Futures Demographic Report
See the 30-year projection for population, employment and housing growth in the region in the Urban Futures report commissioned by CRD Regional Planning:
2008 RGS State of the Region Report 
The RGS State of the Region Report (2008) is the third RGS monitoring report since the adoption of the Regional Growth Strategy in 2003 and contains data updated to 2007. It evaluates the progress made in achieving the objectives of the eight RGS initiatives. It will inform the RGS 5-year review in 2012, which will include a transition to the Regional Sustainability Strategy. Read more
Note: amendment (PDF 
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RGS State of the Region Report: Executive Summary 
The Executive Summary highlights key issues examined in the RGS State of the Region Report (2008). The Regional Growth Strategy facilitates coordination and cooperation among regional jurisdictions on issues of shared interest and concern. The RGS promotes human settlement that is socially, economically and environmentally healthy and makes efficient use of public facilities and services. Read more
Capital Region Community Indicators Network
The Community Indicators Network includes organizations publicly reporting indicator work in the capital region. As an active member in the Community Indicators Network, CRD Regional Planning is hosting the web page disseminating information on local Community Indicators. Read more
2006 Census Population & Dwelling Counts Released
- 2006 Census Population (PDF )
- 2006 Census Dwellings (PDF )
2006 Census Municipal Profiles Available
2006 Census data for municipalities in the Capital Region are available in booklet form.
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Top image courtesy of S.K.Wood
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