Working beside government and decision-makers since 2017
Headquartered in Meota, Saskatchewan, with staff located across Canada, Northbound Planning strives to work alongside local government and communities to create innovative solutions for unique locations.
Your community is different. So is Northbound.
What started as a simple planning firm, has diversified to meet the needs of our clients. Our staff specialize in all aspects affecting local governments and decision-makers, from Intensive Livestock Operators to Municipal and First Nation governments. From land use planning and development, governance implementation to asset management.
Rural community governance, planning, operations and maintenance isn’t easy. We understand. This is why we work alongside our communities as development officers, community planners, asset managers, give governance support and help create appropriate visualizations that decision-makers need to make informed decisions. We work alongside you to implement our recommendations, and ensure it is suitable for your community.
We understand the challenges and opportunities for rural communities across Canada, and can customize any service package to meet your budget, resources and needs.
Get in touch with us to set up a consultation, or use the contact form at the bottom of this page to enquire whether our services are right for you.
In 2023, more than 100 municipalities and First Nations communities across Canada entrusted us to facilitate their growth. Through our services, we assisted in adding $25,000,000 in assessments from development permits and effectively managed assets totaling $600,000,000, ensuring sustainable development and prosperity for communities provincewide.
Mission
Our mission is to empower municipalities with innovative technology solutions that streamline community administrative processes, enhance operational efficiency, and drive sustainable development.
Vision
We envision a future where municipalities across Canada and beyond have access to advanced software tools that enable them to effectively manage development permits, optimize asset utilization, and foster thriving, resilient communities. By providing user-friendly, comprehensive solutions, we aim to become the trusted partner for municipalities seeking to modernize their planning practices and achieve their long-term goals for community growth and prosperity.
Areas of Expertise
land use planning
Long range planning helps to shape the future of any community. Each community has strengths and challenges, and this should be incorporated into any long-range planning policies to create a unique community.
SUBDIVISION REVIEWS
Land use planning becomes relevant through the intention of development achieved through subdivision applications. These proposals often require detailed analysis to ensure the community considers all factors prior to rending decisions.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Community development should be simple. Sustainable development depends on consistent and stable decision-making. Individuals want to know their financial investment through development will provide a return-on-investment.
FIRST NATION PLANNING
Indigenous planning incorporates the traditional ways of life of First Nation communities. This enables the protection of Indigenous history and community-centered life. Incorporating these aspects into community plans is essential for holistic and sustainable development.
PUBLIC UTILITIES
Communities are charged with providing safe and reliable public utilities for residents. Sustainable implementation options is essential for consistent servicing. Understanding existing assets and service levels enables communities to better respond to resident needs.
HUMAN RESOURCING, SAFETY & OHS
Staffing is essential for sustainable community governance and implementation. Integrating these systems into existing operations and structures is critical for success, and for the retention of staff. Communities are built for people, and need people to function.
MUNICIPAL SERVICING
Community governance support is the foundation for any sustainable community. Policies, bylaws and implementation strategies suitable for the community, and respecting relevant legislation is key for efficient operations.
ASSET MANAGEMENT
Communities have been managing assets since incorporation. Asset management is more than just creating a planning document, and is about implementation, maintenance and management. Building off local knowledge is key!
MAPPING
Implementation visualization is a strong tool to be utilized to achieve all the services provided by Northbound. Adapting and capitalizing on these visualization tools to assist staff to inform decision-makers is critical for sustainable community governance.