"economic development"

Renewal of a multi-year agreement (2026-2030) aimed at fostering economic growth in Gatineau through the development of new health and science educational or professional programs.

Council is appointing a new member to the commission responsible for advising on economic growth and business development in the city.

Council renews a partnership agreement with the Université du Québec en Outaouais (UQO) for 2026-2030 to support the development of new academic programs in health and science, with a municipal contribution of $100,000 for 2026.

The City is accepting $65,600 in financial assistance from the Ministry of Economy, Innovation and Energy to help develop a comprehensive industrial development strategy. This strategy aims to attract new businesses and increase the city's non-residential property tax base.

The City is adopting an 'Intervention Framework for Territorial Vitality' to comply with its agreement with the provincial government regarding the *Fonds régions et ruralité* (FRR). This framework outlines how the City will manage $4.9 million in funding to support local economic development, based on public consultations held in 2025.

The City is receiving $2.496 million in net assets from the Corporation ID Gatineau following the end of their previous delegation agreement. These funds will be allocated to the city's economic development reserve and the support fund for old town centers.

Following the end of the delegation agreement with ID Gatineau, the city is reclaiming a portion of the corporation's net assets. The council authorized the transfer of $2,496,350 to the city's economic development reserve, with $500,000 of that amount earmarked for a support fund for former downtown areas.

The City is formalizing a three-year delegation agreement (2026-2028) with *ID Gatineau* to optimize economic development services. This follows a strategic reorganization of responsibilities between the City and the corporation.

This item approves a three-year agreement delegating certain economic development responsibilities to ID Gatineau, the city's economic development agency. This ensures continued support for local businesses and investment.

This item involves the formal filing of the minutes from the September 18, 2025, meeting of the Economic Development Commission.

Council authorized a three-year delegation agreement (2026-2028) with ID Gatineau to manage economic development services. This follows a strategic reorganization of the city's economic development structure to improve performance and service delivery.

This item involves the formal approval of the minutes from a closed-door meeting of the city's economic development commission.

This item involves the formal approval of the minutes from a closed-door meeting of the city's economic development commission.

This item presents the implementation timeline for the new governance structure. Following the presentation, council members discussed the potential for increased economic development and improved administrative efficiency for local entrepreneurs.

The city is formalizing a new hybrid governance model for economic development, involving a partnership between the City and ID Gatineau. This model aims to improve organizational performance and service delivery to businesses, with the new delegation agreement subject to provincial approval.

Council is providing a mandate to the municipal administration to develop or refine the support framework for the city's commercial hubs, aiming to foster economic vitality in these areas.

This item addresses the governance structure for economic development initiatives within the City of Gatineau, ensuring oversight and strategic alignment for future growth.

Council adopted a new Commercial Development Policy aimed at stimulating economic prosperity through collaborative governance and a shared vision. The policy focuses on sustainable development, business resilience, and the revitalization of commercial hubs like the downtown area.

Council approved a new governance model for economic development, which involves a hybrid partnership between the City and *ID Gatineau*. This model includes a new delegation agreement and the repatriation of certain responsibilities to the City to improve organizational performance.

Council will vote on the appointment of a new member to the Economic Development Commission, which advises the city on economic growth strategies.

The City is providing formal notice that it will not renew its delegation agreement with ID Gatineau, the city's economic development agency. This decision marks a shift in how the municipality manages its economic development services.

Council voted to provide notice of non-renewal for the delegation agreement with ID Gatineau, which expires on December 31, 2025. The city is moving toward a new economic development governance model that will repatriate certain responsibilities.

This is a routine filing of the 2024 annual report regarding the work plan of the Economic Development Commission.

The City is modifying a previous resolution to clarify the agreement with the Gatineau-Ottawa Executive Airport Corporation (AEGO). The changes include acknowledging the airport's role in managing City assets and contributing to economic development, and establishing a timeline for negotiating future financial contributions for 2028-2030.

The City is selling a lot in the Aéroparc to 9534-2234 Québec Inc. for $164,580.19. The buyer plans to construct a building for hardwood flooring manufacturing or storage within 12 months.

The committee receives the 2024 performance report for the Economic Development Commission (CDÉ) and reviews the progress of the 2021-2026 Strategic Plan. This provides transparency regarding the city's economic development goals and achievements.

The committee will analyze how high school dropout rates affect the local labor market and economic growth in the Outaouais region. This discussion aims to identify the link between education levels and regional economic health.

The City is awarding $221,005 in grants to three non-profit organizations (MicroEntreprendre, Chambre de commerce de Gatineau, and Centre de services scolaire des Portages-de-l’Outaouais) to support entrepreneurship projects.

The City is reorganizing its economic development structure, adopting a 'mixed optimized model' and establishing a steering committee to oversee the transition.

This item concerns the organizational structure of the city's economic development department. It is a routine administrative update regarding internal departmental operations.

The city is allocating $221,005 from its economic development reserve to fund non-profit organizations that provide support to local entrepreneurs.

This is a procedural item to table the minutes from the October 10, 2024, meeting of the Economic Development Commission.

The City is awarding $221,005 in grants to three non-profit organizations (MicroEntreprendre, Gatineau Chamber of Commerce, and Centre de services scolaire des Portages-de-l’Outaouais) to support entrepreneurship projects in the region.

The City is initiating a reorganization of its economic development structure, adopting a 'mixed optimized model' based on a study by Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton. A steering committee, including councillors and city officials, has been appointed to oversee the implementation of this new structure.

The committee discussed the governance structure for economic development in Gatineau. The recommendation is to adopt 'Scenario B,' an optimized mixed model, to better align the city's economic development strategy with the Bureau of Economic Development and external partners like ID Gatineau.

The committee engages in a strategic discussion regarding the planning and development of specialized zones intended to foster specific economic activities within the city.

The executive committee is proposing a multi-year investment plan for Gatineau's downtown, totaling several million dollars. The plan includes funding for economic diversification, cultural animation, the 'sentier culturel' (cultural trail), and infrastructure improvements such as the permanent development of Place Laval and the pedestrianization of rue Laval. These measures will be reviewed during the 2025 budget study week.

The city is updating the pricing for municipal land in specialized economic zones (business and industrial parks) to reflect current market values. This follows a global review of economic development spaces and aims to provide clear, equitable rules for land sales.

The committee reviewed a proposal to update the pricing for municipal land in specialized economic zones (business and industrial parks) and to adopt a formal policy for the sale of these lands. The goal is to provide clear rules for applicants and address current market challenges for developers.

The committee will discuss strategies for diversifying the economy in Gatineau's downtown core. This is a substantive discussion aimed at identifying ways to improve economic vitality and resilience in the city center.

This is a routine procedural item to table the minutes from the February 22, 2024, meeting of the Economic Development Commission.

Review and approval of the Economic Development Commission's past performance report and future work plan.

The City is amending a financial agreement related to the cleanup and redevelopment of strategic land parcels to support economic growth.