Economic Development Strategy

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Background

Over the past two decades, the City of Langford has earned a reputation as a forward-thinking and innovative city in terms of economic development. Known for its ability to efficiently navigate bureaucratic processes and cut red tape, Langford has demonstrated a proactive approach to attracting business investments from technology companies, restaurants, retailers, and hotels.

In addition to its innovative strategy for attracting businesses, the City of Langford was the first municipality in British Columbia to implement a one-time business license processing fee. This approach has positioned Langford as an appealing city for business operations. Consequently, Langford has been recognized nationally, receiving accolades such as “Best City for Work” and “Most Resilient City” from BC Business Magazine in consecutive years.

Creating a Langford Focused Economic Development Strategy

Building on these successes, the City of Langford is developing a comprehensive Economic Development Strategy. This initiative will establish a roadmap for economic growth, resiliency, and prosperity. The plan is anticipated to be completed in December 2025.

The strategy will build on Langford's strengths, identify opportunities, and address current challenges to attract talent, investment, and support existing business retention. A focus of this strategy will include community wealth building, ensuring that economic growth benefits all residents and strengthens the local economy for the long term.

What is an Economic Development Strategy?

A municipal economic development strategy is a plan that outlines economic goals, strategies, and specific actions. It guides the City's efforts to foster a supportive environment for business and investment.

This strategy will consider a wide range of factors to maximize Langford's impact, including:

  • Retention and expansion of local businesses
  • Entrepreneurial development
  • Community wealth building
  • Attracting new businesses and investment
  • Workforce development

Community Engagement

The City will work closely with businesses, residents, and other partners throughout this process. Key engagement activities include:

  • Online Surveys
  • Meetings with Businesses, Non-profit Organizations, and Partners
  • Focus Group

This inclusive engagement process will ensure the final Economic Development Strategy reflects the diverse needs and aspirations of the Langford community. Please register at LetsChatLangford.ca for project updates and to be notified of upcoming engagement opportunities.

Background

Over the past two decades, the City of Langford has earned a reputation as a forward-thinking and innovative city in terms of economic development. Known for its ability to efficiently navigate bureaucratic processes and cut red tape, Langford has demonstrated a proactive approach to attracting business investments from technology companies, restaurants, retailers, and hotels.

In addition to its innovative strategy for attracting businesses, the City of Langford was the first municipality in British Columbia to implement a one-time business license processing fee. This approach has positioned Langford as an appealing city for business operations. Consequently, Langford has been recognized nationally, receiving accolades such as “Best City for Work” and “Most Resilient City” from BC Business Magazine in consecutive years.

Creating a Langford Focused Economic Development Strategy

Building on these successes, the City of Langford is developing a comprehensive Economic Development Strategy. This initiative will establish a roadmap for economic growth, resiliency, and prosperity. The plan is anticipated to be completed in December 2025.

The strategy will build on Langford's strengths, identify opportunities, and address current challenges to attract talent, investment, and support existing business retention. A focus of this strategy will include community wealth building, ensuring that economic growth benefits all residents and strengthens the local economy for the long term.

What is an Economic Development Strategy?

A municipal economic development strategy is a plan that outlines economic goals, strategies, and specific actions. It guides the City's efforts to foster a supportive environment for business and investment.

This strategy will consider a wide range of factors to maximize Langford's impact, including:

  • Retention and expansion of local businesses
  • Entrepreneurial development
  • Community wealth building
  • Attracting new businesses and investment
  • Workforce development

Community Engagement

The City will work closely with businesses, residents, and other partners throughout this process. Key engagement activities include:

  • Online Surveys
  • Meetings with Businesses, Non-profit Organizations, and Partners
  • Focus Group

This inclusive engagement process will ensure the final Economic Development Strategy reflects the diverse needs and aspirations of the Langford community. Please register at LetsChatLangford.ca for project updates and to be notified of upcoming engagement opportunities.

Page last updated: 19 Aug 2025, 11:21 AM