Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows to see rapid growth
January 3, 2025
The growth projections for Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows show the two cities will have a combined population of 137,300 by 2030.
That’s some of the news from Metro Vancouver’s latest regional projections, which anticipate significant growth over the next 25 years.
Metro says the report highlights the importance of collaboration and planning to ensure Metro communities remain livable and vibrant.
“Accurate projections help guide us as we work to build a resilient, sustainable region,” said Mike Hurley, chair of Metro Vancouver’s board of directors. “This updated data allows us to work effectively with member jurisdictions, utilities, and other partners to plan for housing, jobs, and critical infrastructure while maintaining the quality of life that makes this region so unique.”
Key findings in the latest projections include:
• A net annual average of 50,000 new residents will move to the region each year — an increase from the historical average of 35,000
• The regional population is projected to reach four million by the year 2045, nine years earlier than previously projected
• The number of dwelling units in the region is projected to reach 1.72 million by 2050
• The region is expected to add about 21,000 net new units annually from 2021 to 2051, with an average annual increase rate of 1.55 per cent
• By 2050, the region is projected to reach 2.1 million jobs — averaging 22,500 net new jobs per year
