Project Tag: Economic

Evaluating the TransLink Telework Pilot Project

Client:  South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority The Need The South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority, better known as TransLink, supports Metro Vancouver’s environmental sustainability objectives by encouraging the reduction of single occupant vehicle commuting trips through its TravelSmart Program.  Over the short term, TransLink was challenged with the need to reduce traffic levels by … More Evaluating the TransLink Telework Pilot Project

Community Survey on Agri-Tourism & Winery Land Uses

Client:  Church and State Wines The Need The Victoria Estate Winery (subsequently renamed Church and State Wines) received local complaints early in its development primarily in relation to traffic and noise levels. More general criticisms regarding the development of winery-related services and agri-tourism on agricultural lands were also being directed toward the Winery, particularly from … More Community Survey on Agri-Tourism & Winery Land Uses

Pilot Project for Internationally Trained Engineers

Client:  Ministry of Community, Aboriginal and Women’s Services (MCAWS) & Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists BC (APEGBC) The Need Skilled labour shortages, credential recognition and the under-utilization of highly trained immigrants were making national headlines in Canada. Conventional job support programs were ill-suited to the task and the Provincial government needed to find new … More Pilot Project for Internationally Trained Engineers