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Who We Are
The Economic and Cultural Development department works to make Vaughan a place where entrepreneurship, business, tourism, art and culture can prosper and grow.
Our mission: We work to make Vaughan a place where entrepreneurship, business, tourism, arts and culture prosper and grow.
Our vision: Economic prosperity, entrepreneurial city, gateway to economic activity in the Toronto Area, creative and cultural capital.
The objectives of the Economic and Cultural Development department, as detailed in our 2020-2023 Strategic Business Plan, are to:
- Enable a climate for businesses to grow, prosper and create jobs.
- Advance economic opportunities and attract new investment.
- Enrich Vaughan’s communities and economy through public art and cultural development.
- Effectively pursue service excellence.
These objectives keep in theme with the Term of Council Service Excellence Strategic Plan, with the ECD department continually aligning its people, priorities, processes and technology to deliver services and programs that enhance the City’s economic prosperity, investment and social capital.