Jan 13, 2015 | Action Planning, Collaboration, Community Planning
“The issues we face are so big and the targets are so challenging that we cannot do it alone. When you look at any issue, such as food or water scarcity, it is very clear that no individual institution, government or company can provide the solution.” Paul Polman,...
May 7, 2014 | Collaboration, Community Planning
Have you wanted to design a meaningful engagement process for a controversial community issue but don’t know how to make sure you hear from everyone? Our recent experience designing and facilitating a public event for the Village of Pemberton regarding the concepts...
Dec 13, 2013 | Alberta, Collaboration, Community Planning, Sustainability
Are EcoDistricts the next approach to sustainability planning? Based on Dan’s recent introduction to the EcoDistrict concept, we think the process is solid and well researched, but is the name too “Eco” for broad acceptance? Does the name matter? Perhaps it is too...
May 13, 2013 | Economic Development
The foundation of a healthy community is a strong economy. When people are employed and financially secure they are better/more able to positively contribute to their community in a more meaningful way. A stable and balanced economy creates safety and security that...
Dec 6, 2012 | Community Planning, ICSP, OCP
Local governments have a responsibility for undertaking community planning to ensure the community’s needs are met in the present and future in areas ranging from land use, housing, transportation and economic development (among others). In recent years,...
