April 2025 Radium Hot Springs OCP Poster Boards - Flipbook - Page 4
VISION & GUIDING
PRINCIPLES
RADIUM HOT SPRINGS: OUR BETTER NATURE
Authentic. Connected. Year-Round. Beautiful. Walkable. Inclusive.
VISION
These core words guide our path forward. We will see these words translated in
an expanded village centre, more affordable housing options for all ages, an interconnected path system, a recreation-focused public gathering place in north Radium,
mixed-use revitalization for our hotel district, and economic development focused on
health and wellness, professional services, and the self-employed.
We will enable new foundations that nurture a year-round community, including daycares,
education, and health services. We will build beautiful. Care for environment will be a
heartbeat.
Our better nature is about our kindness, compassion, and cohesive intention as a
connected community. Our better nature is about seeking refuge in the shadow and awe
of the mountains and a healthier, more harmonious relationship with the natural world.
In Radium Hot Springs, these are the soulful ties that bind us in pursuit of better, and
exceptional.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Quality of Life
A strong sense of community is important to those that
call Radium Hot Springs home. Simply having time to
connect with each other is Radium Hot Springs unique
superpower. Building a year-round community where
local residents can thrive will continue to foster a diverse
and sustainable Village for everyone to enjoy.
Local Amenities and Services
Access to essential services within a close-knit
community setting is important to residents. The
presence of local businesses, events and activities
available year-round enhances our community, our local
economy, and our charm for residents and for visitors.
We collaborate with our neighbouring communities to
provide the amenities and services needed across the
Columbia Valley.
Natural Environment and
Resilience
Spectacular vistas, wetlands, forests, and abundant
wildlife enhance our community’s tranquil living. We
respect the natural environment and all it supports
including wildlife, ecosystems, clean air and water. In
planning for our future, we will enhance our climate
resiliency for our community and natural environment.
Balanced, Sustainable
Development
Balance growth and tourism with environmental
conservation and community needs to maintain
our small Village feel. We support economically
viable, sustainable development practices that
focus on ef昀椀cient infrastructure, resilient energy
systems, progressive waste management, and active
transportation infrastructure improvements.
Access to Housing
Healthy, Active Lifestyle
We are a community of permanent and part-time
residents. We value diverse, affordable, safe housing
options for those who choose to live here and we’ll
continue to support these options as a path to
permanency.
We value the abundance of outdoor recreational
opportunities like trails, biking, hiking, paddling, skiing
and gol昀椀ng. Easy access to green spaces, parks and
recreation facilities within and near Radium Hot Springs
enhances our quality of life and attracts visitors that
contribute to our local economy. A variety of cultural
and recreational events foster community engagement
and enjoyment.
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