The Three Frameworks
Social Sustainability Framework
Strathcona County's Social Sustainability Framework was approved by Council in March of 2007. A complete copy of the Social Sustainability Framework is available here.
Guiding Principles for Social Sustainability
Social inclusion
The process by which efforts are made to ensure that everyone, regardless of their experiences and circumstances, can achieve their potential in life.
Community connectedness
The sense of belonging to a community that occurs through the formal and informal networks developed when people come together for social, educational, recreational, spiritual, cultural and/or work-related purposes.
Social responsibility
The experience and appreciation of our interdependence and connectedness with others. Social responsibility includes acceptance of consequences of one's own actions, a caring attitude towards others, acceptance of individual and cultural diversity and recognition of human rights.
Health and well-being
A state of physical, emotional, mental and social wellness.
Environmental Sustainability Framework
Strathcona County's Environmental Sustainability Framework was approved by Council in June of 2009. A complete copy of the Environmental Sustainability Framework is available here.
Land
Strathcona County’s urban areas are surrounded and connected by open green space and healthy natural areas, which are home to wildlife and provide recreation opportunities to County residents.
Air Emissions
Air quality in Strathcona County supports the health and well-being of its citizens.
Energy
Strathcona County employs advanced technology and sound management practices in its continuous efforts to improve energy efficiency.
Water
Strathcona County’s watersheds provide an adequate supply of quality freshwater for public and private use while ensuring a healthy ecosystem for future generations.
Material Use
Strathcona County uses leading procurement and waste management practices, which result in reduced and responsible use of resources and materials.
Economic Sustainability Framework
Strathcona County's Economic Sustainability Framework was approved by Council in March of 2011. A complete copy of the Economic Sustainability Framework is available here.
Guiding Statements for Economic Sustainability
Long-term Financial Sustainability
Strathcona County is in sound financial condition and has the fiscal capacity to deliver services and infrastructure on a sustainable basis.
Strong Economic Drivers
Strathcona County’s economy includes a world-leading integrated energy sector, thriving small- and medium-sized businesses and a strong agricultural sector.
Green Economy
Strathcona County enables and promotes the diversification of its economy through the development of green jobs and investment with the goal to be a model for sustainable development.
Growth through Partnerships
Strathcona County partners with community organizations, municipalities in the region, other orders of government, and the private sector to promote sustainable economic development.
Last updated: Monday, May 30, 2011
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