The Elfrida Community Area supports the future of Hamilton

About Elfrida

The Elfrida Community Area is intended as a sustainable, mixed-use complete community, designed to address the City of Hamilton’s housing needs. This proposed development aims to provide a variety of housing options and business services to support Hamilton’s growing population.

Collaboration with the City of Hamilton

For over 20 years, the Elfrida Community has been identified by the City of Hamilton as the preferred new community area and is the next logical expansion area to accommodate future growth and address the significant housing needs. The City has invested significantly in studies and infrastructure projects to support development of the Elfrida Community. The vision for Elfrida aligns with Hamilton’s long-term planning goals – creating an inclusive, sustainable and connected community that supports population growth, enhances economic opportunity, and respects the environment and Indigenous communities.

Elfrida Community Area Benefits

Housing

The Elfrida Community Area is envisioned to support housing for over 100,000 people, offering a wide range of options to meet the needs of growing families and help improve housing affordability across Hamilton.

Economic Growth

Will create nearly 14,000 jobs, providing a major boost to Hamilton’s local economy.

Environmental Sustainability

Will align with the City of Hamilton’s Green Building Standards and prioritize sustainable community design principles.

Integrated Transit Network

The Elfrida Community Area is planned with a strong emphasis on connectivity, featuring integrated transit networks that seamlessly link residents to the broader Hamilton area. Designed to support a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle, the community will promote active transportation options such as walking and cycling, while reducing traffic congestion and dependence on personal vehicles. This thoughtful approach not only enhances mobility, but also contributes to a cleaner, greener future for Hamilton.

Engagement With Indigenous Communities

The Elfrida Community Builders are committed to creating an inclusive and sustainable community that supports the needs of Hamilton’s growing population. As part of this vision, we recognize the importance of early and ongoing engagement with Indigenous communities. We aim to listen, learn, and meaningfully consider Indigenous perspectives and knowledge systems throughout the planning process.

Natural Heritage Protection

The Elfrida Community vision will aim to protect and enhance the area’s natural heritage system, preserving important ecological features while integrating green spaces that promote biodiversity, environmental resilience, and community well-being.

Resources

Elfrida Community Builders have submitted a complete application to include the Elfrida Community Area within Hamilton’s Urban Boundary. This milestone reflects over 20 years of planning, investment, and support from City Staff and Council. The application is supported by a range of technical studies confirming the area’s suitability for future growth. Before any development occurs, a detailed Secondary Plan process, including updated studies and meaningful public consultation, will guide the community’s evolution.

See below for key documentation and studies related to the Elfrida Growth Strategy:

More resources will be added as they become available.

FAQ

The Elfrida Community Area is located around the Upper Centennial Parkway and Regional Road 20 intersection, near the upper Stoney Creek area of Hamilton.

The urban expansion of the Elfrida Community area covers about 1,200 hectares of developable land. The expansion has the potential to support housing for over 100,000 people at full build-out and create nearly 14,000 jobs.

The Elfrida Community Builders Group is made up of local residents, businesspeople, and established homebuilders with a long history in Hamilton, who are committed to the sustainable development of the Elfrida Community area.

We have currently submitted an Official Plan Amendment Application to the City of Hamilton to reinstate these lands within the urban boundary and following this process we would go through a detailed Secondary Plan process.

Updates

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