Cranbrook Public Data Portals: Enhancing Transparency and Supporting Community Development

Cranbrook offers two key public data portals, each serving a unique purpose in supporting community planning and economic development. These portals are essential tools for residents, business owners, potential investors, and policymakers who seek to understand and contribute to the city’s growth.

Choose Cranbrook Economic Development Data Portal (data.choosecranbrook.ca)

The Choose Cranbrook Economic Development Data Portal  is an invaluable resource for those involved in strategic planning and economic development in Cranbrook. This platform provides comprehensive data that informs decision-making and drives the city’s economic growth.

Key Features of the Choose Cranbrook Economic Development Data Portal:

• Economic Development Dashboard: Offers real-time data on key economic indicators, providing critical insights into the economic health of Cranbrook.
• Building Permits in Real-Time: Tracks development activity with up-to-date information on building permits.
• Transportation/Location Analysis: Facilitates analysis of transportation networks and location advantages, crucial for business and infrastructure planning.
• Tourism Insights: Delivers data on tourism trends, aiding in the support and attraction of tourism-related businesses.
• Resources – Reports and Documents: Provides access to a comprehensive library of reports and documents relevant to economic development, assisting businesses and policymakers in making informed decisions.

This portal is essential for fostering economic growth in Cranbrook, enabling data-driven strategies, attracting new business initiatives, and supporting existing businesses with detailed, actionable insights.

Cranbrook Open Data Portal

The Cranbrook Open Data Portal  complements the economic development focus by offering access to spatial and planning-related data, essential for operational and technical decision-making.

Key Features of the Cranbrook Open Data Portal:

• Explore Spatial Data: Access a range of spatial datasets for in-depth analysis.
• Infrastructure: View data on the city’s infrastructure to support planning and development projects.
• Terrain and Imagery: Utilize detailed terrain and imagery data for various applications.
• City Services: Find information on city services available to residents and businesses.
• Cranbrook City Viewer: Explore the city through an interactive map with multiple layers of data.
• Parcel Identification Numbers (PID’s): Access zoning and parcel information to assist in planning and development decisions.

These portals exemplify Cranbrook’s commitment to openness and active community involvement in development processes, ensuring stakeholders have the tools needed to engage with and contribute to the city’s growth effectively.

For more detailed information and to explore the data available, visit the Choose Cranbrook Economic Development Data Portal at data.choosecranbrook.ca.