Town will not proceed with Midland Bay Landing project
The Town of Midland will not proceed with awarding the proposed Midland Bay Landing (MBL) development project following Council’s review of the proposals and considering community input for this once-in-a-lifetime parcel of waterfront.
Following a comprehensive evaluation, Midland Town Council determined that, under current market conditions, it would be challenging to advance the proposal in a way that appropriately advances the Town’s strategic priorities and the vision for the site informed through community engagement.
Community engagement undertaken as part of the MBL process identified key priorities for the site, including considerations related to waterfront access, scale, land use, and long-term community benefit. Council considered these perspectives alongside broader economic factors in reaching its decision.
This decision reflects the Town’s commitment to responsible growth and to ensuring that major development initiatives are aligned with community expectations, planning objectives, and long-term sustainability.
“We appreciate the time and effort invested by the proponent throughout this process,” said CAO Rhonda Bunn. “Council carefully considered both community input and current economic conditions. At this time, the Town has determined that proceeding with an award would not support its broader objectives for this property.”
“This is a significant waterfront property, and Council is committed to making decisions that support Midland’s long-term interests,” said Mayor Bill Gordon. “We’ve explored different approaches and taken steps over time to update the planning and policy framework for the site to support a range of development opportunities, and have built a stronger understanding through community input and market context. We will continue building on that work as we consider next steps.”
The Town remains committed to exploring future opportunities for the waterfront that reflect community input, support economic development, and contribute to Midland’s long-term well-being. In the meantime, work continues to enhance the east side by making it more attractive, safer, and easier to access as informal public open space, including improvements to parking, trails, and pedestrian connections to the water’s edge.
For information on the proposed MBL project, visit midland.ca/MBL.
