General Projects
Forest/Wood Products
Tourism
Real Estate
Sustainable Livelihood Development
General projects
Assessment of Regional and Rural Economic Development Models
An examination of regional and rural economic development models in Canada and elsewhere. The study was undertaken for the Cariboo Chilcotin Beetle Action Coalition, 2008.
Delta Sustainable Economic Development Strategy
A strategy to guide the sustainable development of the Delta municipality. Undertook the socio-economic assessment of the community for the Strategy. The Strategy was commissioned by the Delta Chamber of Commerce, 2004.
Alternative Economic Development – Napo Region, Ecuador
This project analyzed the nexus of economic diversification and culture in a Napo Quichua town Eastern Ecuador. Residents were interested in exploring more sustainable markets such as fair trade coffee and handicrafts and eco-tourism, allowing them to diversify their economy and limit their reliance on invasive species cultivation. Developed for the Asociación Kichwa Muchu Causai and the Lethbridge Public Interest Research Group, 2008.
Analysis of Sustainable Community Development Initiatives – Quito, Ecuador
This project analyzed the achievements of three programs currently operating in the Metropolitan Region of Quito, each with its own approach to sustainable community development. Projects were evaluated based on their ability to improve the immediate and long-term socioeconomic prospects for target populations facing social, economic, racial and gender barriers. Developed for the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) and Simon Fraser University, 2011.
Osooyoos Investment Profile Strategy
An assessment of key economic sectors in the Osooyoos area including warehousing, value-added wood, food processing, wine production and tourism infrastructure. The best opportunities were recommended for investment and a strategy was prepared to grow these sectors. The study was undertaken for the Town of Osooyoos and Destination Osooyoos, 2007.
Sustainable Livelihood Development
Forest/Wood Products
Market Opportunities in the US Mountain States for Pre-built Housing
A demand analysis in the real estate development industry in Colorado, Montana, Idaho, Wyoming and Washington States for pre-built housing. Undertaken for BCWood Specialties Group, 2008.
Squamish Secondary Wood Processing Strategy, 2004 (6 months)
A secondary wood processing strategy for the community of Squamish, including a manufacturer inventory and capacity analysis, a SWOT analysis, a market analysis and an opportunity analysis as well as an action plan for pursuing key opportunities. The project also hosted orientation workshops for local wood processors to familiarize them with key recommendations. Developed for the City of Squamish, 2004.
Squamish Furniture Development and Marketing Project, 2005
Advisory services to the furniture sector to assist them with expanding their markets. Developed for the City of Squamish, 2004.
Osooyoos Value-added SWOT Analysis
An overview and analysis of secondary wood processing opportunities in Osooyoos, BC. This report was part of a larger multi-sectoral strategic plan. It was undertaken for the city of Osooyoos, 2004.
Western Canadian Consumer Attitudes Towards Certified Value-added Wood Products
A market survey of consumers in four western Canadian cities regarding the perception and willingness to pay for green certified value-added wood products. The study was undertaken for the University of British Columbia, Wood Science Faculty, 2002.
Market Assessment for Wild Berry Products
A market assessment examining the competition and demand for wild berry products such as fresh, frozen and dried whole berries, jams, jellies, vinigrettes and juices. The study was undertaken for the Morrise TSA in northern BC, 2003.
Willow Furniture Market Assessment
A market assessment of the competition and demand for furniture made from willow saplings. The study was undertaken for the Morrise, TSA in northern BC, 2003.
Marketing Guide for Emerging Furniture Manufacturers
The guide provides basic marketing and product development guidance as well as business development resources for small furniture manufacturers. Developed for Forest Renewal BC and the emerging furniture industry in British Columbia, 2001.
Competitor Analysis of Hybrid Housing in the Timber Frame Industry
A survey of timber frame builders in Canada and the US regarding their production of hybrid timber frame housing and their cost structure. The study was undertaken for a large timber frame company in BC, 2001.
Harrop-Procter Product Development Project
The development of small giftware and furniture products made from fir, cedar and hemlock. The products were designed, prototyped and market tested for regional markets. The study was undertaken for the Harrop Procter Community Forest, 2001.
Sustainable Livelihood Development
Tourism
Cariboo-Chilcotin Tourism Sector Strategy
Undertook the best practices section and statistical profile for Strategy. The study was commissioned for the Cariboo-Chilcotin Beetle Action Coalition, 2007.
Sustainable Livelihood Development
Real Estate
Market Assessment for Senior’s Housing – Surrey, BC
A assessment of market demand, competition and pricing of senior’s in Surrey, BC. The assessment was undertaken for a senior’s residential care development company, 2004.
Market Assessment for Senior’s Housing – Kamloops, BC
A assessment of market demand, competition and pricing of senior’s in Surrey, BC. The assessment was undertaken for a senior’s residential care real estate development company, 2004.
Market Assessment for Senior’s Housing – North Vancouver, BC
A assessment of market demand, competition and pricing of senior’s in Surrey, BC. The assessment was undertaken for a senior’s residential care development company, 2005.
Market Assessment for Senior’s Housing – Burnaby, BC
A assessment of market demand, competition and pricing of senior’s in Surrey, BC. The assessment was undertaken for a senior’s residential care development company, 2005.
Market Assessment for Senior’s Housing – Sooke, BC
A assessment of market demand, competition and pricing of senior’s in Surrey, BC. The assessment was undertaken for a senior’s residential care development company, 2005.
Market Assessment for Senior’s Housing – Lumby, BC
A assessment of market demand, competition and pricing of senior’s in Surrey, BC. ,The assessment was undertaken for a senior’s residential care development company, 2005.
