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Philosophy and History
Edge Effect : noun \ 'ej i-ˈfekt \
The influence that two ecological communities have on one another where they meet or overlap. An edge effect at such locations may create diversity in natural environments, and in the case of man-made encroachments, may affect key elements from each community if not managed properly.
EdgeEffects : Environmental Planning Inc
The EdgeEffects name is based on the philosophy of planning for diversity to connect planning with the environment and building long term client relationships. EdgeEffects is the result of years of practice put in motion, based on continuous learning and listening to our clients. We provide a unique set of services, tailored to the needs of each client. Partnering with our clients, we are able to provide successful outcomes on projects ranging from decision support planning to environmental management.
Our services are derived from effective engagement and decision support tools to provide our clients with timely advice. Our diverse clients range from Indigenous communities to public and private sectors, which requires understanding different circumstances and requirements that are unique to each client. We assist First Nation Communities, municipalities, and provincial technical committees to develop and implement community/land use plans, environmental/resource management plans, site suitability strategies, capacity building, resource and land claim negotiations, and project management.
ariel lupu, RPP, MCIP
principal
Environmental Planner
Ariel has more than 25 years of experience providing comprehensive environmental and decision support planning for First Nations, private and public sector clients. Project experience includes; land use planning, environmental screenings and assessments to support proposed developments, reclamation planning, ecological surveys, monitoring and inspection, and land claims support. Ariel has conducted numerous land use and resource planning projects, incorporating extensive public consultation processes. Many projects involved identification and evaluation of impacts to natural and built-up areas based on public input, land use and environmental information. Public input forms a large portion of developing appropriate mitigation and implementation strategies for resource and community developments, considering costs and long-term monitoring and stabilization of natural areas.
Ariel is a Registered Professional Planner and Member of the Canadian Institute of Planners, Manitoba Professional Planners Institute (MPPI), Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI), and Alberta Professional Planners Institute (APPI). Ariel completed three terms on MPPI Council, and is currently the Chair of the Editorial Board with the PLAN North West Journal, serving professional planners in Alberta, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Saskatchewan.
Ariel has co-developed GIS software and authored numerous GIS training manuals with emphasis on real-world applications and technology transfer in such areas as Traditional Knowledge, community planning infrastructure and forestry applications.
