Maple Ridge, B.C., Nov. 5, 2025 – The City of Maple Ridge continues to make strong progress in delivering on Council’s Strategic Plan priorities for 2023–2026, with nearly half of all key results now completed.
The Q3 2025 update introduces a refreshed reporting format that puts greater focus on measurable outcomes, giving residents a clearer picture of how the City’s work delivers value to the community. The City will continue sharing success stories through the Maple Ridge Delivers campaign—showcasing how strategic projects are enhancing everyday life for residents and strengthening community pride.
The updated report highlights that 37 key results (49%) and 64 initiatives (49%) have now been completed across the Plan’s five strategic priorities: Liveable Community, Climate Leadership & Environmental Stewardship, Engaged Healthy Community, Diversified Thriving Economy, and Governance & Corporate Excellence.
“This report demonstrates that we’re not just checking boxes and we’re continuously looking at how we make progress on our goals and objectives,” said Mayor Dan Ruimy. “From advancing infrastructure and housing projects to supporting local businesses and strengthening community safety, every completed key result represents meaningful change that improves life for our residents. We’re committed to staying accountable as we continue to deliver on the community’s priorities.”
New Dashboard Focused on Results
The Q3 update also launches a new format for the City’s community dashboard, shifting the focus from tracking initiatives to tracking key results, which are the major deliverables that demonstrate meaningful progress toward each Council objective. Residents can explore these results and their related initiatives directly through the interactive dashboard at MapleRidge.ca/CouncilStratPlan.
“The shift to key results reporting strengthens our focus on the outcomes that matter most to residents,” said Phil Sanderson, Manager of Corporate Strategy and Business Transformation. “By presenting progress at a strategic level, we can show not just the actions we’re taking, but the real-world impact those actions have in making Maple Ridge a more liveable and thriving community.”
Q3 Highlights
Governance & Corporate Excellence
- 60% of key results completed, including the launch of the new community dashboard and customer service framework.
- 75% of City policies reviewed and updated.
Liveable Community
- Continued advancement of major infrastructure and housing projects.
- Launched the Certified Professional Program to streamline permit approvals.
- Expanded joint RCMP and Bylaw bike and foot patrols.
Engaged, Healthy Community
- Completed citywide accessibility audits.
- Hosted the largest community event in Maple Ridge’s history.
Diversified, Thriving Economy
- Added nine new key results and 15 initiatives aligned with the City’s Investment Attraction and Business Retention & Expansion Strategies.
- Achieved a 30% increase in filming revenue.
See attached background for more highlights of key results by Council priority. Residents can view the full Q3 report and explore progress on the Council Strategic Plan Dashboard at: MapleRidge.ca/CouncilStratPlan.
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BACKGROUNDER - Council Strategic Plan Key Result Highlights (Q3 2025)
Liveable Community - Advancing housing, transportation, and infrastructure projects that directly support livability and sustainable growth.
- Secured 30 below-market housing units through new housing agreements and launched the Certified Professional Program to streamline permit approvals.
- Installed 10 new secure bike lockers downtown and completed planning for an east-west All Ages and Abilities Cycling Route.
- Completed new servicing plans for the Lougheed Transit Corridor to support future residential and commercial development.
Governance & Corporate Excellence - Strengthening transparency, customer service, and organizational efficiency with 60% of key results completed.
- Implemented community dashboard to allow residents to track progress on Council priorities.
- Developed a Citywide Customer Service Framework and staff training program to improve the experience for users of City services.
- Updated and consolidated the Fees and Charges Bylaw to simplify how service costs are communicated to residents.
- Conducted a Citywide Emergency Operations Centre exercise and advanced the Business Continuity Framework to ensure operational resilience.
Engaged, Healthy Community - Enhancing quality of life through recreation, community engagement, and safety initiatives.
- Completed accessibility audits for the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre and Planet Ice to Rick Hansen Foundation guidelines.
- Hosted Our Neck of the Woods—the City’s largest-ever event—with over 15,000 attendees and delivered celebrations of Maple Ridge’s 150th anniversary in 2024.
- Advanced Fire Master Plan implementation, including plans for Fire Hall #3 and enhanced emergency preparedness.
- Adopted the Community Engagement Framework and expanded the Engage Maple Ridge platform to boost public participation.
Climate Leadership & Environmental Stewardship - Acting on environmental commitments through bold climate and sustainability actions.
- Council endorsed Resilient Future 2050, Maple Ridge’s first comprehensive Climate Action Plan outlining 58 actionable steps.
- Adopted the Urban Forest Management Strategy, protected 9 hectares of natural land, and planted over 1,800 new trees with another 1,000 planned for spring 2026.
- Partnering with BC Hydro to advance a solar energy feasibility study and expanded EV infrastructure to support a green municipal fleet.
Diversified, Thriving Economy - Renewed focus on business retention, innovation, and creative industry development.
- Completed the Investment Attraction Strategy and Business Retention & Expansion Plan to drive job creation and diversify the tax base.
- Filming revenue grew 30% year-over-year, and a major 14‑month film production is underway in Maple Ridge.
- Launching focus groups and partnerships to establish a local innovation ecosystem and attract emerging industries.
- Expanding the Patio Program for local businesses and introduced the BeWith Hub to promote local dining, shopping, and events.