Title

Why A Strategic Plan?: A Review of Strategic Planning in Selected Ontario Municipalities

Author

Moira Winch, Western University

Date of Award

8-1-1998

Degree Type

Major Research Paper

Degree Name

Master of Public Administration

Program

Political Science

Supervisor

Sancton, Andrew

Geographical Areas

Ottawa-Carleton, Burlington

Abstract

This paper examines whether strategic planning processes successfully assist municipal councils and staff in Ontario based on case studies of 11 municipalities in Ottawa-Carleton and the City of Burlington. The findings reveal that in many instances, strategic planning is being used successfully and the most important factor that contributes to its success is the leadership and commitment of council to the initiation and implementation of the plan.

Recommended Citation

Winch, Moira, "Why A Strategic Plan?: A Review of Strategic Planning in Selected Ontario Municipalities" (1998). MPA Major Research Papers. 27.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/lgp-mrps/27