Hart & Associates has been helping economic development organizations, community futures, communities and townships develop economic development strategies, plans and programs for rural and urban economic development for over 20 years.
We have assisted Federal, Provincial and municipal governments, towns, economic development departments and First Nation and non-status native communities, develop practical and viable economic development programs and feasibility studies to address economic growth, employment and investment objectives.
Our economic development services:
• advise on government policies and programs to improve the effectiveness of economic development
• develop economic development strategies
• develop community profiles
• develop an economic strategic plan
• identify new businesses to start including business plans and financing options
• design a downtown revitalization plan
• conduct community needs assessment
• develop a community economic development strategic and operational plan
• hold town hall meetings with citizens and business leaders
• conduct feasibility studies and business plans
• develop long-term economic development strategies
• provide direction for town councils on strategic economic options
• project management of economic development implementation plans
• develop Tourism Development Strategies and Programs
• develop Master Plans
