Local Economic Development

• We continue to prioritize local, provincial and national suppliers, as outlined in our Purchasing and Procurement Policy, established in 2009.
• Between 2022 and 2023, the City created the Economic Development Strategic Plan to better understand and foster local opportunities for residents and businesses.
• In 2024, our partnership with the Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce supported local businesses through a hiring fair, a soon-to-be released guide for local businesses, and the development of the Pitt Meadows Online Business Directory. Launched in 2025, the Pitt Meadows Business Directory connects residents and visitors with over 700 local businesses, enhancing visibility and economic opportunities. Joining the Scenic Route 7 tourism collective will also help boost local tourism and business visibility as we develop our presence on that online platform.
• 2024 also saw significant progress on the implementation of the City’s award-winning Agricultural Viability Strategy, our action plan to support the sustainability of the local agriculture sector. Some of the notable initiatives in 2024 include progress on our study to assess the irrigation needs of the local agriculture sector, and identify feasible irrigation sources, as well as our advocacy on much-needed reforms to the provincial farm property tax system. We were also honoured to have the opportunity to convene elected officials from our neighbouring municipalities to discuss and move forward on common issues impacting agriculture in our region.  
• The implementation of the new provincial housing legislation prompted updates to our Zoning Bylaw to allow small-scale multi-unit housing and the designation of Transit Oriented Areas near transit hubs. While expanding housing opportunities, these changes raised concerns about impacts on our community’s character and infrastructure. To help address these concerns, we adopted an Amenity Cost Charge bylaw, which ensures developers contribute funds towards essential community services and infrastructure upgrades required to support new developments. Additionally, we finalized agreements with Metro Vancouver Housing for the Heron’s Nest project, which will bring 115 affordable rental homes and a 150-space childcare facility.
• Other key developments included strategic zoning changes to support growth at the Pitt Meadows Regional Airport. Ongoing collaborative efforts between the City and the Pitt Meadows Airport Society have facilitated new development projects, fostering new business ventures and contributing to regional growth.
• In 2025, the City renewed its Fee-for-Service Agreement with the Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce, allocating $18,000 annually over three years to support local economic development. This partnership funds key initiatives including the annual Pitt Meadows Hiring & Resources Fair, ongoing maintenance of the Pitt Meadows Online Business Directory, and the launch of a New Business Information Package. It also supports a dedicated business development role to advance local resources and contribute to the City’s Economic Development Advisory Committee initiatives. Learn more.
• Throughout 2025, the City will focus on sustainable, well-planned growth through initiatives like advancing the North Lougheed Area Plan and implementing the Agricultural Viability Strategy and Economic Development Strategic Plan. A Complete Communities Project will continue shaping a vibrant Town Centre, while ongoing agricultural viability, waterfront planning, and airport development will create further opportunities for economic growth in the region.

The City has shared the following resources to navigate the impacts of international tariffs:

• Federal resources
• Provincial resources
• Additional business resources