Planning the Future of Heritage in Chester
CMHS is looking carefully at how we can protect what matters today while building a sustainable future for the Society, its properties, collections and role in our community.
The Future Governance and Sustainability Working Group is examining the evidence, considering options and listening to the community. No final model has been decided.
PROTECT WHAT MATTERS
Preserve CMHS's heritage assets, collections, stories, properties and community role.
BUILD FOR THE FUTURE
Explore a sustainable operating model that can serve future generations.
MAKE EVIDENCE-BASED DECISIONS
Understand the facts, costs, opportunities and risks before recommending change.
What We're Studying
Our Operations
How CMHS currently operates, what it costs, where the risks are and what will be required in the future.
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People & Services
What work should remain volunteer-led, where professional expertise may be needed and what level of service CMHS should provide.
Funding and Partnerships
How municipal, provincial and federal support, memberships, donations, fundraising, partnerships and earned revenue might contribute to a sustainable model.
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WHERE WE ARE
As of September 28th, 2026:
We are now in the organization and engagement stage of the Working Group process. The Board has approved the Working Group and its mandate, and we are bringing together participants, gathering perspectives, and preparing for the first formal working session.
