Ward Boundary Review

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link
In September 2019, the Municipality of Central Elgin launched a Ward Boundary Review and has retained Watson & Associates Economists Ltd., in association with Dr. Robert J. Williams, to undertake the study. The project is a multi-phase assignment which is expected to be completed by Spring 2020.

In September 2019, the Municipality of Central Elgin launched a Ward Boundary Review and retained Watson & Associates Economists Ltd., in association with Dr. Robert J. Williams, to undertake the study. The project is a multi-phase assignment which is expected to be completed by Spring 2020.

Why Conduct a Council & Ward Boundary Review?

  • The Municipality of Central Elgin's population has grown significantly since amalgamation in 1998, and is expected to continue to grow.
  • The Municipality wants to ensure effective representation for all citizens.

The Municipality is working with Watson and Associates Economists Ltd. as well as Dr. Robert J. Williams in order to conduct this review properly. Dr. Williams is a Professor Emeritus of Political Science at the University of Waterloo and is considered an expert in municipal ward systems within the province. The consultants will operate independently from Council and staff as they work with residents and stakeholders to design possible ward boundary lines and recommend these ward boundaries to Council for final approval..

In September 2019, the Municipality of Central Elgin launched a Ward Boundary Review and retained Watson & Associates Economists Ltd., in association with Dr. Robert J. Williams, to undertake the study. The project is a multi-phase assignment which is expected to be completed by Spring 2020.

Why Conduct a Council & Ward Boundary Review?

  • The Municipality of Central Elgin's population has grown significantly since amalgamation in 1998, and is expected to continue to grow.
  • The Municipality wants to ensure effective representation for all citizens.

The Municipality is working with Watson and Associates Economists Ltd. as well as Dr. Robert J. Williams in order to conduct this review properly. Dr. Williams is a Professor Emeritus of Political Science at the University of Waterloo and is considered an expert in municipal ward systems within the province. The consultants will operate independently from Council and staff as they work with residents and stakeholders to design possible ward boundary lines and recommend these ward boundaries to Council for final approval..

Q&A

Forgot password?
Didn't receive confirmation?
Register Now
Seems like you are already registered, please provide the password. Forgot your password? Create a new one now.
  • Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link

    Why is this study so important?

    Shannon Zylstra Asked 7 months ago

    Since amalgamation, in 1998, Central Elgin has grown significantly. Some ward areas have grown above the average ward population. Central Elgin residents, as well as staff, and Council, were concerned that the value of a residents vote may not be equal across all wards if this trend continued. 

  • Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link

    Where are the figures/numbers pulled from to support the data?

    Shannon Zylstra Asked 7 months ago

    Statistics Canada