The Official Community Plan (OCP) outlines Fort St. John’s vision, goals, and policies for a thriving future. Now required to be updated every five years and guided by a Housing Needs Report, the plan ensures we’re meeting future housing and land needs.

We kicked off the Official Community Plan update in September 2024 at the Moose FM Block Party. Two surveys and ten community events later, it’s clear that Fort St. John'ers take great pride in their city and are invested in its future growth.

The Official Community Plan will be presented to Council in late October to begin the bylaw approval process.

Read the Official Community Plan

The Official Community Plan has been updated based on feedback received on the Draft Official Community Plan.

Past Engagement Activities

Over the past year, we've hosted several opportunities for community input! Take a look at the photos from some of these events.
A person uses a bingo dabber to vote on communities priorities at the Santa Parade.
Three people review a map at a Let's Talk OCP open house.
People speak in the City's booth at the Fort St. John Tradeshow in front of several draft goals statements on the wall.
Planning staff show residents the Executive Summary during the 2025 Moose FM Block Party.

Upcoming Engagement Opportunities

Monday, October 27, 2025 3:00 pm

Regular Council Meeting - First & Second Reading

The Official Community Plan Bylaw will be presented to Council for first and second reading of the bylaw adoption process.

Fall 2026

Referrals to other governments and agencies

Following the first and second readings of the Official Community Plan Bylaw, it will be referred to other governments and agencies for review.

Winter 2026

Regular Council Meeting - Third Reading

Following referrals, the Official Community Plan Bylaw will receive third reading.

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