Campbell River Bi-Annual Citizen Satisfaction Survey Yields Positive Result

The overall quality of life in Campbell River is coming in at 90 percent.

That’s according to results from the City’s bi-annual Citizen Satisfaction Survey, mailed to 1,300 randomly selected Campbell River residents earlier this fall. It was also available online.

The survey results support a trend of satisfaction with the community, City services and staff, while also acknowledging key issues.

Ninety percent of respondents rated  the overall quality of life in Campbell River as good, 66 percent good and 24 percent very good. Similarly, 84 percent rated Campbell River as a good place to raise children and 89 percent said it’s a good place to retire.

While satisfaction levels remain high, 69 percent said they felt that the quality of life in Campbell River has worsened over the past three years.

31% felt their favourite thing about living in Campbell River was the scenery, beauty, being close to nature and 25% felt it is being close to the ocean.

76% indicated that homelessness and addiction was one of the most important issues facing the city of Campbell River. Other important issues included crime and safety of citizens (36%) and the affordability and availability of housing (32%).

The bi-annual survey provides up-to-date information for Council decision-making and helps staff make recommendations that reflect where the community is at.

The results assist in the development of and meeting public consultation requirements for key documents such as the financial plan.

You can find the report at Get Involved Campbell River.