The Department of Sustainable Economic Development (SED) leads coordinated efforts in economic development, urban planning, and land management to advance Selkirk’s long-term strategic vision. SED aligns these functions to provide an integrated suite of services that streamline processes, deliver tailored support, and cultivate an environment where businesses can grow and succeed.

We support local business retention and expansion as a core part of our mandate—fostering a business-friendly environment that empowers entrepreneurs, attracts investment, increases employment, and drives economic growth in Selkirk.

Our in-house planning division streamlines and strengthens our approach to development. By directly managing land use planning, zoning, and building permits, our team ensures alignment with local priorities and enables a more collaborative process. The result is greater consistency, efficiency, and responsiveness to the needs of our growing community.

The City’s expanding land bank helps maintain a consistent supply of land to support future residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial development. By managing land assets with long-term community goals in mind, SED promotes sustainable growth and positions Selkirk as an attractive and investment-ready community.

In addition to planning services, we employ advanced analytical tools, GIS technology, and customized local datasets to generate meaningful insights into demographics, lifestyle patterns, and market potential.

SED aligns its work with the City’s long-term vision, values, and commitment to environmental and economic sustainability.

The City of Selkirk is committed to working with you to align opportunity with action.