April 2026 → December 2029
Graphic: Timeline overview
April → September 2026
Community visioning
Community engagement to understand what's important
April 2026 → June 2027
Background studies and papers
- Completion of studies and discussion papers
- Consultation with area municipalities and other key partners
January → June 2027
Setting directions
- Update to County Council on feedback received to date
- Formally initiate new Official Plan development under Section 26 of Ontario's Planning Act
- Consultation on policy directions
January → June 2028
Draft Official Plan released
- Draft Official Plan released for formal public consultation
July → December 2028
Official Plan presented for adoption
- Oxford County's new Official Plan presented to County Council for adoption
January → December 2029
Official Plan submitted to Province
- Official Plan is submitted to Ontario's Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing for approval
