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Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · 5d

Team Nethery came together in Hamilton this week for a day of strategy, creativity, and connection 💡 We welcomed new teammates Jen and Nicole, drew aliens 👽, and toured The Laundry Rooms rooftop with Core Urban’s Thomas Allen. Feeling ready for 2026!

A table with a box of donuts, a laptop, and several hand-drawn sketches of aliens on Nethery Planning notepads. The drawings were part of a team icebreaker exercise during the Nethery Planning team day in Hamilton.

A group of Nethery Planning team members seated around a table during a strategy session in the Hamilton office. A presentation is displayed on a screen at the front of the room, and sunlight streams through large windows, highlighting a creative, collaborative atmospher

Nethery Planning team members stand inside a bright rooftop event space at The Laundry Rooms building on Augusta Street in Hamilton, listening to Core Urban’s Thomas Allen lead a tour. Large windows reveal views of downtown Hamilton’s skyline in the background.

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Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · 12d

🏘️ The Township of West Lincoln has launched a new Affordable Housing CIP and wants your input! Help shape tools to support affordable & attainable housing—survey open Oct 23–Nov 13.
🔗 westlincoln.ca/en/news/west-lincoln-seeks-community-input-on-affordable-housing.aspx

West Lincoln seeks community input on affordable housing

www.westlincoln.ca

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · 19d

Honoured to present the Draft Affordable Housing CIP to Whitchurch-Stouffville Council with urbanMetrics’ Bohan Li. The plan outlines tools to boost market & affordable housing & align with the Town’s Housing Strategy & Housing Accelerator Fund.
Review it here 👉 cometogetherws.ca/affordable-housing

A screenshot of the Stouffville Council digital meeting with three participant windows, one with Michelle Diplock, one with Emily Stanley and Bohan Li, and the third with Mayor Iain Lovatt.

A zoom presentation screen powerpoint slide with two smaller participant windows in the lower righthand corner with Emily Stanley in one window and Michelle Diplock in the other window. The powerpoint slide has text on it that reads 6.1 Draft Affordable Housing Commuity Improvement Plan (CIP) Presentation Financial Incentives for Consideration. Draft Programs for Council and Public Consideration. The following programs are being presented as draft for Council anD Public review and consideration. Programs, eligibility, requirements, and values are subject to change.The rest of the text is partially obscured by the two inset windows.

Picture of a computer monitor with a video displayed in full screen. An overlay of text reads 2025-10-15 Voting Results 1:42 PM Individual Voting Results. All Council members voted Yes to accept the CIP report.

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Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · 26d

We have a lot to be thankful for over here at Nethery Planning. We visited Wilmot, Wellesley, Whitchurch-Stouffville, not to mention Collingwood for the annual OHBA conference, plus we held two Planning 101 sessions in Niagara and Halton region respectively.

Let’s just do the photo dump, shall we?

A man smiling while seated in a warmly lit restaurant or café, with paintings on the wall behind him.

A man and woman smiling together near a window with a city skyline view in the background.

Two women smiling outdoors in front of a large brick building with the word “CWOOD” visible in an arched sign above them.

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Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Sep 29

We love a fireside chat that includes a proper fire, OHBA!

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Sep 29

Morning, Blue Mountain! We're at the Ontario Home Builders Association Conference. Morning Ministers panel with mod @spaikin.bsky.social and Ministers Rob Flack, Kinga Surma, Andrea Khanjin, and Todd McCarthy. #ohba #homebuilders

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Sep 26

Curious how planning decisions shape property potential? 🏡 Join us Oct 1 in Burlington for Planning 101 with Walter Galvão (Accelerate Realty Group) and Denise Landry, RPP (Nethery Planning). Space is limited, register early!

Wed, Oct 1 | 5:30–8 PM
3185 Harvester Rd, Burlington
shorturl.at/DcYby

Promotional graphic for “Planning 101” hosted by Nethery Planning and Accelerate Realty Group. The title reads: Planning 101 – Understand Planning. Unlock Property Potential. Topics listed include “Additional Residential Units, Severances, Variances, and More!” The event is scheduled for October 1, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:00 PM at Keller Williams Edge Realty, 3185 Harvester Road, Unit 1, Burlington, Ontario. On the right, there are two circular photos: Denise Landry, MCIP, RPP, Principal Planner at Nethery Planning, and Walter Galvão, Host and CEO of Accelerate Realty Group. Logos for Nethery Planning and Accelerate Realty Group appear on the design.

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Sep 19

Welcome Nicole Root as our new Biz Ops Manager 🙌 and congrats to Bea Kwak on stepping into Biz Dev! From Joe’s basement in plaid PJs ➡️ 4 offices, 6+ planners, and 2 years of big moves thanks to our amazing team.

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Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Sep 12

🚀 Something new is coming! Our Nethery Planning website is getting a refresh, launching September 17.

Fresh look. Clearer projects. More ways to connect. Stay tuned 👀

Graphic saying, "Website Update" and "Stay tuned to see our refreshed website, launching September 17!"

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Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Sep 5

🗓️ We're hitting the road this Sept! Join us in Cainsville (Sept 10), New Hamburg (Sept 13), Whitchurch-Stouffville (Sept 15 & 17), and Wilmot (Sept 23) to talk housing, land use & community planning.

Graphic titled “September Upcoming Public Meetings” with a dark background and orange headline text. Below are five meeting listings, each in a green rounded rectangle with date badges on the left and meeting details on the right:

Wednesday, September 10 – Cainsville Public Open House
TF Warren Group Cainsville Community Centre, 15 Ewart Ave.
2–3:30 pm & 6:30–8 pm

Saturday, September 13 – New Hamburg Fall Fair (Wilmot)
215 Jacob Street, New Hamburg
11 am–3 pm

Monday, September 15 – Whitchurch-Stouffville Public Open House
Nineteen on the Park, 19 Civic Ave.
6 pm

Wednesday, September 17 – Whitchurch-Stouffville Council Presentation

Tuesday, September 23 – Wilmot Public Workshop
New Dundee Community Centre, 1028 Queen St.
1–3 pm, 3:30–5:30 pm & 6:30–8:30 pm

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Sep 5

Thinking of adding a second unit or building a 4-plex? Make sure it’s feasible before hiring a builder. Our Due Diligence Reports explain what’s permitted, what needs approvals, and how policy changes might impact your plans.
📝 netheryplanning.ca/store

A promotional graphic for Nethery Planning’s Zoning Due Diligence Report. The background shows a light grey, modern suburban home with large windows and stone detailing. Overlay text reads: “Unlock potential with a Zoning Due Diligence Report,” and lists examples such as additional residential units, decks, sheds, setbacks and lot coverage, and gazebos. A QR code and website link (netheryplanning.ca/store) are included for more information.

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Aug 29

It was the summer of ’25! 🌞
We didn’t start a band—but we did find 3 new offices, launch new OP projects in Wellesley & Wilmot, and spend a perfect team day at Hutch’s & Bayfront.
Branded pens included.

Two Nethery Planning team members stand smiling behind a table at a community open house. The table displays maps, markers, and interactive boards related to planning processes.

Bundles of Nethery Planning-branded notepads and pens wrapped in cellophane with yellow ribbon, laid out on a table for distribution.

Nethery Planning team members wait in line to order food at the counter of Hutch’s on the Beach, with vintage signs and a marlin on the wall.

A desktop monitor displays a virtual meeting with nine Nethery Planning staff on screen. A notebook and mouse sit in the foreground.

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Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Aug 22

We’re excited to welcome Jennifer Chantler to the Nethery Planning team! 🎉 With 8+ years of municipal planning experience and a passion for inclusive communities, she’s a fantastic addition.

Welcome aboard, Jen!

#Planning #UrbanPlanning #CommunityDevelopment

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Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Aug 15

We’ve just wrapped & submitted a site application for Blueberry Hill Estates in Norfolk County! 🍇💍🥂 Plans include 6 overnight stays, 2 gazebo wedding spaces & farm-to-table dining—agri-tourism magic that complements their winery & farm. 📸 blueberryhill.ca

View of the main estate building at Blueberry Hill Estate, with a lush green lawn leading to a pond. A fountain sprays at the pond’s center, and four Muskoka chairs sit along the water’s edge, facing the viewer.

Close-up of a glass jar filled with blueberry jam.

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Aug 10

But it's got character, and that's what we all have!

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Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Aug 8

📍New space, same mission! Nethery Planning is expanding into two new offices—Hamilton & Niagara. After lots of searching, we found spaces that reflect who we are. Here's a peek at Hamilton: exposed brick, natural light, and room to grow! #UrbanPlanning #PlannerLife #HamOnt

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Jun 23

🔍 We're hiring an experienced Planner!

Join our team at Nethery Planning to tackle exciting land use projects in a flexible, collaborative environment. Ready to make a real impact?

Visit our website to apply! 🔗 netheryplanning.ca/careers

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Jun 13

✨Engagement✨

Mark (he/him) @markedwardson.com · Jun 13

Yes, I do, actually! I will definitely speak out.

Lamppost sign asking "Do you want to see 6 storey apartments in this street?" Mentions Scenario C - concentrated Village Growth - in the proposed Oak Bay OCP

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Dec 6

Good Friday morning, Bsky! A reminder that we're looking for a #planner at any level to join our team. #CanadaSky

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Nov 29

#Canadasky land planners! We're expanding our team and we're looking for great planners at any level to join us. We're a remote team. Are you ready for your next great career move? Job Posting: careercentre.ontarioplanners.ca/jobs/20848657
#cdnpoli #onpoli #urbanplanner #urbanplanning #urbanist

Planner at Any Level in Dundas, ON for Nethery Planning

Exciting opportunity in Dundas, ON for Nethery Planning as a Planner at Any Level

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Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Nov 29

#Canadasky land planners! We're expanding our team and we're looking for great planners at any level to join us. We're a remote team. Are you ready for your next great career move? Job Posting: careercentre.ontarioplanners.ca/jobs/20848657
#cdnpoli #onpoli #urbanplanner #urbanplanning #urbanist

Planner at Any Level in Dundas, ON for Nethery Planning

Exciting opportunity in Dundas, ON for Nethery Planning as a Planner at Any Level

careercentre.ontarioplanners.ca

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Nov 23

Good point! Pinned :)

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Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Nov 15

Welcome! 😁

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Nov 13

Thank you! 🫡

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Nov 12

Bumping this up for #cdnpoli. I know you folks like urban planning too! Come say hi! 👋🏼

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Nov 12

If you're looking for a Starter Pack of #CanadaSky urbanists, planners, cartophiles and housing / transit enthusiasts, we got you: go.bsky.app/J7qtzqT

We threw @nicktsergas.bsky.social in as a bonus.

There's 70 spots left in our Starter Pack! If you think you should be on it, send us a chat!

Nethery Planning Services @netheryplanning.bsky.social · Nov 12

Added!

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