Bronte Waterfront Strategy

The Town of Oakville is developing a comprehensive strategy to guide the future development and activation of the Bronte waterfront area.

The Bronte Waterfront Strategy will be shaped through a collaborative process that includes community engagement, ensuring the final recommendations reflect the community’s vision for the waterfront.

Project timeline

The Bronte Waterfront Strategy will be completed in three phases. Timelines are tentative and subject to change.

  • Phase 1: Understanding the Opportunities (August to October 2025)
  • Phase 2: Exploring Options (November 2025 to January 2026)
  • Phase 3: Developing the Preferred Plan (January to March 2026)

Public engagement opportunities

Public engagement for the Bronte Waterfront Strategy is now complete. Thank you to everyone who participated in the sessions and shared feedback throughout all phases of the project.

To learn more about what was shared at the final in-person meeting on March 24, 2026, review the presentation materials. If you require this document in an alternate format, or need support understanding its content, please contact ServiceOakville at 905-845-6601.

March 24, 2026 Bronte Waterfront Strategy presentation

What we've heard so far

Phase 1

During Phase 1 of the engagement process, community feedback highlighted strong support for many features to be included in the strategy, such as pedestrian connections, accessible kayak and canoe launches, and upgraded washroom facilities. 

To learn more about what residents want to see, review the October 2025 - What We've Heard So Far infographic (pdf).

Phase 2

During Phase 2 of the engagement process, residents shared strong support for improving walkability, waterfront access, and year-round use of the Bronte waterfront. Feedback highlighted interest in features such as enhanced boardwalk connections, new park space, upgraded washrooms, and family friendly amenities including an adventure playground and skating loop.

To learn more about what residents want to see, review the February 2026 – Online Questionnaire Feedback document (pdf)

Phase 3

Phase 3 engagement is now complete. Community input has been incorporated into the preferred plan that will be refined and presented to Council on May 25, 2026.

Key areas of focus

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Connectivity and integration

Exploring options to physically and visually connect the inner and outer harbours to Bronte Village, enhancing accessibility and integration.
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Year-round activation

Identifying amenities and programming opportunities to animate Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park throughout all seasons.
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Wayfinding and signage

Enhancing wayfinding signage to better connect Bronte Harbour to Bronte Village to align with the recommendations from the ongoing Bronte Village Streetscape Study.
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Bronte Boathouse building

Assessing potential uses and amenities beyond its current function as a restaurant and banquet facility.
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Metro Marine Building and surrounding spaces

Evaluating the most appropriate use of the Metro Marine building and adjacent areas.

Location

Areas included in the Bronte Waterfront Strategy project are:

  • Berta Point
  • Bronte Bluffs Park
  • Bronte Beach Park
  • Fisherman's Wharf
  • Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park
Map of the Bronte Waterfront Strategy project area.

Relevant documents

Consultants

The Town of Oakville has retained Planning Partnership as consultants on this project. 

Related projects

Bronte Village Streetscape Study

Harbours Master Plan

Bronte Beach Redevelopment (Completed)

Berta Point West Bank Seawall Improvements (Completed)


Contacts

Beth Barron
Strategic Business Advisor
Town of Oakville
905-845-6601 ext. 3581
beth.barron@oakville.ca

The Planning Partnership
bronte@planpart.ca

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