Business View Civil and Municipal | Volume 3, Issue 3

192 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 3, ISSUE 3 S ustainable growth and improvement of both residential and commercial assets that draw in residents to drive prosperity is the goal of every municipality. For some the pandemic has stymied plans and caused disruptions to that progress, but Grimsby, Ontario has seen growth and investment in leaps and bounds since 2019. In 2022, much of the work and planning is going to bring many developments to fruition, including a state- of-the-art hospital, high school, and much more. All this while still focusing on their roots and consulting with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, as well as investing in the municipality’s natural assets, like the waterfront and trail system. Jeff Jordan, Mayor of Grimsby, boasts, “There are a lot of thrilling things happening and Grimsby certainly is a municipality that people desire to be in... It’s quite exciting.” Following on the heels of a record-breaking year for development in the town, Grimsby is also celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2022 and they hope to host many wonderful community celebrations throughout the year – dependant on the COVID-19 guidelines in place at the time. Those events will focus on the town’s history, its legacy, and what’s ahead for the future. As part of celebrating that history, the town will add to its already large network of historical plaques, add AT A GLANCE TOWN OF GRIMSBY, ONTARIO WHAT: A charming historic community; population 28,000 WHERE: Niagara Region alongside Lake Ontario WEBSITE: www.grimsby.ca F R I E N D L Y B Y N A T U R E tario