policy planning | rural planning | growth studies / annexations | planning approvals / expert testimony
sustainable planning & design | economic development | downtown planning & urban revitalization | urban design
special studies / research | consultation & communication

• consultation plans
  • Cold Lake Community Engagement & Visioning
  • Strathearn Heights
  • Lacombe County Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw Update
• design charettes
• workshops and focus groups
• public meetings and open houses
• surveys and stakeholder interviews
• newsletters and articles
• presentation and display materials
• media relations

Consultation & Communication

Public consultation and communication is essential to most land use planning and development projects. This exchange of information creates the foundation for trust and cooperation, which is critical for achieving meaningful results. Different perspectives can also lead to better projects.

We believe in public and stakeholder involvement processes that are transparent, accessible and inclusive. Providing convenient and innovative opportunities for input at various project stages can encourage broader community participation. Our consultation methods are designed to meet specific objectives and can be used to inform, identify issues and opportunities, establish long term vision, build consensus and generate commitment.

We offer the complete design, coordination and delivery of consultation activities or stand-alone facilitation services. We can also develop and produce communication pieces to support project consultation objectives.