3.8 Resilient Okotoks: Climate Action Plan (2021)

The Town has created this Climate Action Plan to guide Okotoks on the course to its desired future. The plan has been designed to meet the Town of Okotoks’ target of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, while also making the community more resilient and a better place to live. It establishes a detailed pathway to 2033 with guidance to 2050, while highlighting strategies that will help move the community forward for many years to come.

The Action Plan establishes goals across eight priority areas. Several of these goals have particular relevance to the provision of recreation, parks, and leisure services including the following:

• Okotoks is a leader in low-carbon, resilient building design.

• Getting around Okotoks is convenient and safe, with ample options that reduce reliance on cars