Integrated Expertise

Planning

As Bousfields planners, we are actively engaged in the ongoing transformation of communities across Ontario and are a driving force in shaping its urban landscape.

We have earned our reputation for excellence in urban planning with a focus on planning approvals. 

This is how we do it.

  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
    We work closely with our urban design and community engagement teams, viewing each project from multiple angles. No detail is overlooked.
  • Integrated knowledge
    Our collective wealth of experience and professional expertise gives us a holistic perspective that delivers innovative and well-balanced solutions.
  • Project diversity
    We are valuable contributors to projects of all scales in private and public sectors, from single site developments to urban revitalization initiatives and large-scale development projects.

“There is something concrete – literally concrete – about helping to change the skyline of the most populous city in this country and other parts of this region. That’s something that as Bousfields planners we get to do. The journey is just as important as the destination.”

– Planner

We expertly navigate the complexities of the planning framework. 

Knowing the process as well as the policies means that we can fully support our clients at every planning stage.

Our comprehensive approach to planning involves:

  • Due diligence, feasibility and site selection analysis that helps our clients find sites that best meet their needs 
  • Analysis and application rationale that provides a professional impartial opinion, supported by a range of materials 
  • Thoughtful policy review and analysis to provide the best advice to our clients and the industry
  • Working with municipal staff and community members on development proposals
  • Delivering objective, evidence-based analysis at OLT and TLAB
  • Providing complete project management services that ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality 


Learn more about Bousfields planning services

Projects

1 Front

Planning for growth. Building on history.

6 Dawes

Creating connections for an emerging community.

CG Tower

An iconic landmark designed to change a city.

625 Church

Honouring the past to meet the needs of a modern community.

Connect with us

We’re proud to share that Bousfields is part of an amazing team that recently received Zoning By-law Amendment approval for a mixed-use development strategically located near Ontario Tech University (UOIT) and Durham College in Oshawa!
 
This 10-storey, mixed-use development will offer a range of high-quality housing options, including student geared housing aimed at addressing the critical need for student housing in the area. This @6ix_dev.inc development will integrate Niagara Station as part of the proposed Aerial Cable Car Transit line, as well as a variety of retail spaces including a grocery store and commercial gym, designed to meet the needs of the local community.
 
Bousfields is excited to be part of a project team that includes @6ix_dev.inc, @wspcanada and Nextrans Consulting Engineers, all working together to create a modern, sustainable, and community-focused development in Oshawa.
We’re proud to share that Bousfields is part of an amazing team that recently received Zoning By-law Amendment approval for a mixed-use development strategically located near Ontario Tech University (UOIT) and Durham College in Oshawa!

This 10-storey, mixed-use development will offer a range of high-quality housing options, including student geared housing aimed at addressing the critical need for student housing in the area. This @6ix_dev.inc development will integrate Niagara Station as part of the proposed Aerial Cable Car Transit line, as well as a variety of retail spaces including a grocery store and commercial gym, designed to meet the needs of the local community.

Bousfields is excited to be part of a project team that includes @6ix_dev.inc, @wspcanada and Nextrans Consulting Engineers, all working together to create a modern, sustainable, and community-focused development in Oshawa.
Last month, Bousfielders Ashley Paton and Simon Horner, participated in the TMU MPGSA (Metropolitan Planning Graduate Associate) Speed Networking night. The event included 35 students and 35 professionals from a diverse range of educational and professional backgrounds, contributing to insightful and thought-provoking conversations about the industry as a whole!
Last month, Bousfielders Ashley Paton and Simon Horner, participated in the TMU MPGSA (Metropolitan Planning Graduate Associate) Speed Networking night. The event included 35 students and 35 professionals from a diverse range of educational and professional backgrounds, contributing to insightful and thought-provoking conversations about the industry as a whole!
We’re #Hiring! We are currently recruiting for a Planner. Visit bousfields.ca/careers for more info and email careers@bousfields.ca to apply!
We’re #Hiring! We are currently recruiting for a Planner. Visit bousfields.ca/careers for more info and email careers@bousfields.ca to apply!
Bousfields is thrilled to have sponsored the 7th Annual ULI Winter Social alongside our colleagues at @rwdiwestcoast and @costar ! A big thank you to the @uli_toronto team for organizing such an amazing event. The evening was full of insightful conversation, knowledge sharing and fun! 

📸 Photographs by Shiraz Ali | www.shirazali.ca
Bousfields is thrilled to have sponsored the 7th Annual ULI Winter Social alongside our colleagues at @rwdiwestcoast and @costar ! A big thank you to the @uli_toronto team for organizing such an amazing event. The evening was full of insightful conversation, knowledge sharing and fun!

📸 Photographs by Shiraz Ali | www.shirazali.ca
It’s always fun to get to chat with students about the work we do! Bousfielders from our Community Engagement Team, Simone Hodgson and Lewis Walker, spoke to students at @uoft this week as part of Professor Aditi Mehta’s (@aditimehta12) Introduction to Urban Studies course. Thank you to Professor Mehta and the students for welcoming us, and asking lots of engaging and insightful questions!
It’s always fun to get to chat with students about the work we do! Bousfielders from our Community Engagement Team, Simone Hodgson and Lewis Walker, spoke to students at @uoft this week as part of Professor Aditi Mehta’s (@aditimehta12) Introduction to Urban Studies course. Thank you to Professor Mehta and the students for welcoming us, and asking lots of engaging and insightful questions!
Congratulations to Timurul Hoque Kazi, the 2024 John Bousfield Bursary recipient! In recognition of John’s visionary work in professional planning, the bursary is awarded to a student whose work and research promotes innovation and advances planning practice.
Congratulations to Timurul Hoque Kazi, the 2024 John Bousfield Bursary recipient! In recognition of John’s visionary work in professional planning, the bursary is awarded to a student whose work and research promotes innovation and advances planning practice.
Bousfielders had a great time last night celebrating Black History/Futures Month with a visit to the AGO to check out ‘The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century’ Exhibit, followed by a celebration of the 7th day of the Lunar New Year with a delicious hot pot dinner at Happy Lamb Hot Pot!
Bousfielders had a great time last night celebrating Black History/Futures Month with a visit to the AGO to check out ‘The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century’ Exhibit, followed by a celebration of the 7th day of the Lunar New Year with a delicious hot pot dinner at Happy Lamb Hot Pot!
We can’t wait to tune into this ULI webinar taking place on February 20th which will be unpacking the implications and opportunities for understanding the 2024 Ontario Provincial Planning Statement.
 
Our very own Partner, Mike Dror, will be part of the Expert Insights panel with fellow industry colleagues.
 
Whether you’re a planner or developer with work in Ontario, this is a webinar you won’t want to miss! Be sure to register through the link in our bio!
We can’t wait to tune into this ULI webinar taking place on February 20th which will be unpacking the implications and opportunities for understanding the 2024 Ontario Provincial Planning Statement.
 
Our very own Partner, Mike Dror, will be part of the Expert Insights panel with fellow industry colleagues.
 
Whether you’re a planner or developer with work in Ontario, this is a webinar you won’t want to miss! Be sure to register through the link in our bio!
We’re #Hiring!! We are currently recruiting for a HR Coordinator. Visit our website bousfields.ca/careers for more info and apply today!
We’re #Hiring!! We are currently recruiting for a HR Coordinator. Visit our website bousfields.ca/careers for more info and apply today!
New year, new faces! Welcoming our new interns and staff to the Bousfields team.
New year, new faces! Welcoming our new interns and staff to the Bousfields team.
We are excited to be part of the transforming of such a special building, in both Toronto’s history and skyline—The Hearn Generating Station—into a new mixed-use destination in the heart of the Port Lands. One of Canada’s largest buildings, The Hearn will become part of the long-term plan to transform the waterfront district into a vibrant community with new uses and programming.

Bousfields Inc. is proud to be part of such an incredible Team @svn.ap @partisansarchitecture @ccxa.landscape @eraarch helping the @cortelgroup to reimagine this structure into the new Hearn District. 

#HearnDistrict #PortLands #Toronto
We are excited to be part of the transforming of such a special building, in both Toronto’s history and skyline—The Hearn Generating Station—into a new mixed-use destination in the heart of the Port Lands. One of Canada’s largest buildings, The Hearn will become part of the long-term plan to transform the waterfront district into a vibrant community with new uses and programming.

Bousfields Inc. is proud to be part of such an incredible Team @svn.ap @partisansarchitecture @ccxa.landscape @eraarch helping the @cortelgroup to reimagine this structure into the new Hearn District.

#HearnDistrict #PortLands #Toronto
We are thrilled to kick off the year by announcing some promotions! Please join us in congratulating our team members as they take on their new roles! 🎉
We are thrilled to kick off the year by announcing some promotions! Please join us in congratulating our team members as they take on their new roles! 🎉