Clarifying the Navigator Program for the public

As you engage community members on the Vancouver Plan, you're likely to encounter several common questions. Here are some responses I have drafted for you.

• What happens with the information we've provided?  
  • Navigators will be producing a report summarizing discussion from sessions they organize, which will be provided to City staff.
  • Information will help staff identify priorities of the communities engaged, especially those who have not provided input to the City in the past.
  • While they won't be able to act on all ideas, City staff will do their best to respond to the ideas and feedback provided.
  • Staff and Navigators will then work together to explore how input provided might inform policy development (eg. what can be done), including further engagement with community on the topic. 
• My community group is interested in the Vancouver Plan. Is the Navigator Program the right way for us to participate?
  • The Community Navigator Program is intended to initiate conversations and generate interest with people from communities that have not historically participated in civic issues or planning initiatives. 
  • If your community group is well aware of planning issues in the City and has provided input to the City in the past, the Community Navigators program may not be the right avenue for your involvement.   
  • There are a number of ways that your community group can take part. 
    • Checking out the Vancouver Plan website https://vancouverplan.ca/
    • Registering for updates https://shapeyourcity.ca/vancouver-plan 
    • Emailing City staff at planningtogether@vancouver.ca.