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Thank you to those who have shared their thoughts and feedback on the Westbank Urban Centre Plan survey! The public engagement period has now closed. We will share back with the community what we heard later this summer.
The current plan was adopted in 2011 and has guided growth, investment, and improvements in the area over the past 15 years. The update will build on this work to:
align with updated policy, including the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw
reflect current best practices and market conditions
address transportation and mobility challenges
reinforce the Urban Centre as West Kelowna’s downtown
The 2011 plan has led to significant improvements in the urban centre. Highlights of this work are outlined below.
Building on 15 Years of Progress
Since the 2011 plan, the City has made significant investments to support West Kelowna’s downtown and lay the groundwork for a more vibrant urban centre.
Civic hub: City Hall now anchors the urban centre
Parks and public spaces: Upgrades to Memorial Park, Springer Park, and other sites have added amenities, gathering spaces, and trail connections
Transportation: A transit exchange, rapid bus service, and some sidewalk improvements have strengthened mobility
Planning framework: Completion of the Parking Strategy and adoption of the Official Community Plan and other strategies to align future growth
Public realm: Some wayfinding and streetscape improvements have enhanced the look and function of the area
These investments have created an emerging foundation for the next phase, focusing on new development, improved connections, and a more active, walkable downtown.
The Update Process
The plan update began in early 2026 with background review and analysis. Staff and the consulting team are currently undertaking public and stakeholder engagement. A draft plan is anticipated in summer 2026, followed by a final plan presented to Council in fall 2026.
Public Survey
Thank you for filling out our survey. The public engagement period has now closed. We will report back what we heard later this summer.
Your input will help shape the future of the Westbank Urban Centre, including what is working, what needs improvement, and what matters most moving forward.
Only public input shared through the City's official channels will be considered and incorporated into recommendations. Thank you for participating!
Thank you to those who have shared their thoughts and feedback on the Westbank Urban Centre Plan survey! The public engagement period has now closed. We will share back with the community what we heard later this summer.
The current plan was adopted in 2011 and has guided growth, investment, and improvements in the area over the past 15 years. The update will build on this work to:
align with updated policy, including the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw
reflect current best practices and market conditions
address transportation and mobility challenges
reinforce the Urban Centre as West Kelowna’s downtown
The 2011 plan has led to significant improvements in the urban centre. Highlights of this work are outlined below.
Building on 15 Years of Progress
Since the 2011 plan, the City has made significant investments to support West Kelowna’s downtown and lay the groundwork for a more vibrant urban centre.
Civic hub: City Hall now anchors the urban centre
Parks and public spaces: Upgrades to Memorial Park, Springer Park, and other sites have added amenities, gathering spaces, and trail connections
Transportation: A transit exchange, rapid bus service, and some sidewalk improvements have strengthened mobility
Planning framework: Completion of the Parking Strategy and adoption of the Official Community Plan and other strategies to align future growth
Public realm: Some wayfinding and streetscape improvements have enhanced the look and function of the area
These investments have created an emerging foundation for the next phase, focusing on new development, improved connections, and a more active, walkable downtown.
The Update Process
The plan update began in early 2026 with background review and analysis. Staff and the consulting team are currently undertaking public and stakeholder engagement. A draft plan is anticipated in summer 2026, followed by a final plan presented to Council in fall 2026.
Public Survey
Thank you for filling out our survey. The public engagement period has now closed. We will report back what we heard later this summer.
Your input will help shape the future of the Westbank Urban Centre, including what is working, what needs improvement, and what matters most moving forward.
Share The lot at Elliot and Gosset is designated’Park’. Hundreds more people live in that immediate vicinity in the rental buildings that have been there for several years now. When will that lot be turned into something useable for the population? There are many more families living in condos and apartments due to the unaffordable housing prices. There should be a cool fenced hillside playground on that property with benches, trees, picnic tables, nice landscaping, instead of the nothing that is there. Springer Park is very small, certainly not large enough or even close enough to be considered adequate enough for everyone. on FacebookShare The lot at Elliot and Gosset is designated’Park’. Hundreds more people live in that immediate vicinity in the rental buildings that have been there for several years now. When will that lot be turned into something useable for the population? There are many more families living in condos and apartments due to the unaffordable housing prices. There should be a cool fenced hillside playground on that property with benches, trees, picnic tables, nice landscaping, instead of the nothing that is there. Springer Park is very small, certainly not large enough or even close enough to be considered adequate enough for everyone. on X (formerly Twitter)Share The lot at Elliot and Gosset is designated’Park’. Hundreds more people live in that immediate vicinity in the rental buildings that have been there for several years now. When will that lot be turned into something useable for the population? There are many more families living in condos and apartments due to the unaffordable housing prices. There should be a cool fenced hillside playground on that property with benches, trees, picnic tables, nice landscaping, instead of the nothing that is there. Springer Park is very small, certainly not large enough or even close enough to be considered adequate enough for everyone. on LinkedinEmail The lot at Elliot and Gosset is designated’Park’. Hundreds more people live in that immediate vicinity in the rental buildings that have been there for several years now. When will that lot be turned into something useable for the population? There are many more families living in condos and apartments due to the unaffordable housing prices. There should be a cool fenced hillside playground on that property with benches, trees, picnic tables, nice landscaping, instead of the nothing that is there. Springer Park is very small, certainly not large enough or even close enough to be considered adequate enough for everyone. link
The lot at Elliot and Gosset is designated’Park’. Hundreds more people live in that immediate vicinity in the rental buildings that have been there for several years now. When will that lot be turned into something useable for the population? There are many more families living in condos and apartments due to the unaffordable housing prices. There should be a cool fenced hillside playground on that property with benches, trees, picnic tables, nice landscaping, instead of the nothing that is there. Springer Park is very small, certainly not large enough or even close enough to be considered adequate enough for everyone.
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Thank you for your comment! This is exactly the kind of engagement we are welcoming in this survey, specifically for the Westbank Urban Centre and downtown core. We will include your feedback in the responses that will be used to guide the plan. If you have anything else you would like to add, please feel free to complete the survey before 4 p.m. tomorrow. Have a great day!
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