“It’s a pleasure to work with the Context Group. They bring to the table a comprehensive understanding of local government processes and responsibilities. Context Group is both responsive to the needs of the client and sensitive to the desires of the community. The objectives of their work are achieved with high quality and excellent value”.
Darin Schaal - Director of Planning and Development Services, District of Peachland
“I highly recommend Context Group for their outstanding work in subdivision of agricultural parcels. Their expertise in legislation and strong industry relationships have been invaluable in navigating our unique project on land located within the Agricultural Land Reserve. With their in-depth knowledge of regulations and policies, they ensure compliance while achieving the required outcome. Their strong connections with key stakeholders facilitate smooth collaboration and favourable project outcomes. Context Group's professionalism, reliability, and client-centric approach make them a trusted partner in agricultural land development”.
Jonathan Blais - Executive Director, Corporate Development and Government Affairs, VegPro International Inc.
“Mark's expertise, natural leadership and communication style set him apart from many senior colleagues in our field.”
Doug Gilchrist - City Manager, City of Kelowna
“Using their years of experience in fast growing communities, Context Group provided timely, knowledgeable, and very applicable advice to our planning department. They are very well respected within the local government and planning profession and were focused on the client’s unique needs”.
Phil Armstrong – Director of Planning and Development, Town of Golden
“Context Group is skilled to help navigate the municipal planning approval process in a collaborative, proactive and respectful manner”.
Phil Moore - President, Lamont Land
"I have confidence in Mark's capacity, experience, qualifications and wisdom"
Don Lidstone Q.C. - Managing Partner, Lidstone and Company
"Mark is a master of creating successful team efforts. He always comes up with collaborative solutions that benefit all involved"
Don Erdely - Vice President of Development, MacDonald Development Corporation
"Mark is a strong communicator, Planner, and problem solver. We really benefitted from his insight"
Fiona Aitken - Chief Executive, South Taranaki District Council (New Zealand)
"Mark is a talented Planner, who has the ability to navigate the approvals process, and make your project a success"
Luke Turri - Chair, Urban Development Institute (Okanagan)
"Mark is a progressive Community Planner with high integrity. You can trust him and his team with your City or Town's needs”
Ron Bowles - City Manager, City of Brandon