Join OPPI's Oak Ridges District for a walking tour of the historic village of Unionville. Explore the area's history, development trends, and evolving retail landscape that continues to shape Unionville as a cherished historic destination. Register now: https://ow.ly/WqUt50X83Jo

110 new RPPs have received their designations and are now ready to help shape the communities of Ontario. Congratulations to the newest voices in the planning profession! ✨

Enjoy the fall weather with OPPI's Southwest District on a walking tour of Goderich’s historic downtown and waterfront. Explore the Town’s redevelopment efforts since the 2011 tornado. Register now:

OPPI is honoured to highlight the winner of the 2025 RPP Leadership Award: Claire Dodds, MCIP, RPP. Learn more about the 2025 winners: https://ow.ly/YQTh50X9h9Z #PlanON2025

Join OPPI's Western Lake Ontario District for a guided hike through McMaster Forest Nature Preserve. Discover how "MAC Forest" serves as both a conservation and research area while also offering a recreational trail. Register now: https://ow.ly/lOAv50X6sPE

OPPI is honoured to highlight the winner of the 2025 Emerging Leadership Award: Danielle Culp, Candidate. Learn more about the 2025 winners: https://ow.ly/tTFo50X8CbU #PlanON2025

Sharpen your skills in writing public-facing documents and explore the ethical use of AI in the Plain Language for Planners course. Register now: https://ow.ly/Ijs450X82Vq *This Employment Ontario program is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.

Join OPPI's Southwest District for a spooky stroll through Downtown Kitchener! Wander the back alleys and side streets while uncovering the eerie characters who once called the city home. This event is open to both members and non-members. Register now: https://ow.ly/z74650X6soP

OPPI is honoured to highlight the 2025 PlanON Project of the Year: One Land, One Climate, One Future, Together - New County of Essex Official Plan by NPG Planning Solutions. Learn more about the 2025 winners: https://ow.ly/U00450X7bVE

Join OPPI for a virtual workshop on P2/Engagement for Allied Professionals. Explore the core models and frameworks of public participation and engagement practice as defined by the IAP2 community. Register now: https://ow.ly/CBlL50X6rR7

On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour the survivors of residential schools, their families, and the generations of communities who continue to be affected by these historic and ongoing injustices.

We are pleased to introduce the 2025–2026 Council of OPPI! Their key priority is to guide the organization through effective policy decisions and establish the strategic direction for the profession's future. Meet and learn more about our Council: https://ow.ly/QV0i50X3asM

Andria Leigh, Chair of OPPI, will attend the 2025 OHBA Conference. She will deliver the opening remarks on Monday, September 29, from 8:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m., and will also participate in a panel discussion later during the conference.

OPPI is pleased to announce Andria Leigh, MCIP, RPP, Dipl. M.M., as the new Chair of the OPPI Council. With her extensive experience and dedication to the profession, Andria is well-equipped to lead OPPI through a period of growth and meaningful impact.

OPPI is proud to announce the recipients of our 2025 scholarships! This year, we awarded three scholarships to support students in their academic journey and help them build the confidence to shape the future of the profession. Meet the recipients: ow.ly/saWA50WXBb0

Build teamwork, communication & project skills in our FREE job Readiness course: ow.ly/FlXQ50WW2q9. *This Employment Ontario program is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.

Did you know that your registration for Day 1 and Day 2 of the Symposium includes a guided excursion of Kitchener? Discover the city’s evolving story through post-transit developments shaping Kitchener’s PMTSAs, and more. Register now: ow.ly/7CwM50WNVSS

Starting January 1, 2026, credentialed planners will be able to begin working in Ontario within 10 days of verification. OPPI’s input—alongside that of other regulators—helped ensure that planners were included in new labour mobility changes, an essential step for the profession.

Registration is now open for Frameworks for Success! Courses cover Indigenous engagement, job readiness & more. Learn more and register: ow.ly/hj1l50WPWPW. *This Employment Ontario project is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.

Join OPPI for an insightful workshop on the key legislation that shapes planning in Ontario, including the Planning Act, PPS, Growth Plan, Official Plans, and more. Register now: ow.ly/esyv50WJ6vA

⏰ There’s only one week left to register for OPPI’s 2025 Symposium! Visit our symposium website today to secure your spot before it’s too late: ow.ly/z8yg50WNVuI

OPPI is pleased to announce our 2025 PlanON Award winners and scholarship recipients! We bestow the PlanON Awards as the highest honour for our members, while recognizing today’s planning students with scholarships as the RPPs of tomorrow. Learn more: ow.ly/cXol50WOaIv

Join OPPI for a new workshop designed to build the skills you need to manage conflict constructively, strengthen assertiveness, and improve communication. Register now: ow.ly/hLWI50WJ6mu

Enjoy the fall weather with OPPI's Southwest District on a walking tour of Goderich’s historic downtown and waterfront. Explore the Town’s redevelopment efforts since the 2011 tornado. Register now: ow.ly/lffC50WJ6k2

Get ready for an unforgettable day on the links at OPPI's Oak Ridges District's 1st Annual Golf Tournament! Enjoy a fun nine-hole format followed by a casual dinner reception. Don't miss out on this networking event. Register by October 2: ow.ly/htty50WJ6g5

Have you had a chance to review our second practice guide, Planning Legislative Framework in Ontario? This guide provides an overview of the legislative and policy framework governing land use planning in Ontario. Read now: ow.ly/1iXb50WJ8zh

Join OPPI for a virtual workshop on P2/Engagement for Allied Professionals. Explore the core models and frameworks of public participation and engagement practice as defined by the IAP2 community. Register now: ow.ly/kusP50WJ6b0

Join OPPI for an insightful workshop on the key legislation that shapes planning in Ontario, including the Planning Act, PPS, Growth Plan, Official Plans, and more. Register now: ow.ly/Nujj50WJ62t

Join OPPI for a new workshop on how to prepare for the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT). Learn how to make your documentation clear, persuasive, and effective in securing a successful outcome. Register now: ow.ly/mY6f50WJ5VM

In case you missed it: The Spring/Summer issue of Y Magazine is available! This edition features a range of insightful articles and analyses focused on the future of mobility and transportation in Ontario. Read the issue and learn more about Y Magazine: ow.ly/WL9050WCjQl

Join OPPI's Southwest District tomorrow for an evening of drinks and appetizers while connecting with others in the profession. Open to students, members, and non-member colleagues. Register now: ow.ly/Zvg150WCWbn.

OPPI is launching a new Career Path Programming Committee to support students, pre-candidates, and candidates on their journey to becoming RPPs. The committee will help to provide meaningful programming from high school through becoming an RPP. Apply now: ow.ly/4PvL50WCUGs

OPPI was spotted at the 2025 AMO Conference! We are honoured to be a proud sponsor partner. With the recent announcement to expand training for in-demand roles in urban planning, we are dedicated to supporting a strong, skilled workforce for Ontario's future.

The Government of Ontario has announced new investments to expand seats in planning programs at post-secondary institutions. We're proud to have taken the initiative to support this effort, which aims to address the shortage of planners. News release: ow.ly/ReHa50WGBHa

CIP/OUQ is currently seeking passionate volunteers to help shape an engaging and impactful program for their joint national planning conference, FUSION 2026. Learn more: ow.ly/aKsK50WEU94

Claire Basinski, Chair of OPPI, will be attending the 2025 AMO Conference, where she will speak during two sessions. One of these sessions will focus on OPPI's recommendations and ongoing efforts to streamline planning processes and approvals.

Join OPPI's Southwest District for an evening of drinks and appetizers while connecting with others in the profession. Open to students, members, and non-member colleagues. Register now: ow.ly/pLJq50WCWbk.

Join OPPI in Kitchener for two days of connection, collaboration, and learning. Participate in engaging sessions, interactive learning tours, and enjoy a memorable evening celebrating the profession at the PlanON Soirée. Reserve your spot: ow.ly/89or50WCQB8

We’re excited to introduce a new educational resource designed to introduce grade 9 geography students to the fundamentals of planning, sparking curiosity. To learn more about the guest speaker roster, contact Ryan Des Roches. Read now: ontarioplanners.ca/inspiring-kn...

There's only one day left to register! Enjoy a summer evening on the patio connecting with planners from Niagara and the Western Lake Ontario District. Register now: ow.ly/aToZ50WCVFL

Registration for the 2025 OPPI Symposium: Integrated Planning is open! Join us for two days of forward-thinking sessions, a chance to explore Kitchener, and the celebration of excellence at the PlanON Awards Soirée. Reserve your spot: ow.ly/iwR250WAc7Y

In this month’s blog, discover how TMU students experienced the 26th Annual Planning Alumni Spring Reception, and how the event offered students a meaningful glimpse into the planning industry. Read now: ow.ly/rpBO50Wucyx

If you're preparing for the September 15 RPP exam, join us for a free virtual session designed for Candidate Members. Hear from a panel of recent RPPs as they share study materials, tips, resources, and more. Register now: ow.ly/Kfrz50Ws48K

Get ready for an unforgettable day on the links at OPPI's Oak Ridges District's 1st Annual Golf Tournament! Enjoy a fun nine-hole format followed by a casual dinner reception. Don't miss out on this networking event. Register by August 1: ow.ly/po9650Ws4Ix

We’re thrilled to introduce the Planning Legislative Framework in Ontario Practice Guide. This guide highlights the legislative and policy framework governing land use planning in Ontario, including the Planning Act, PPS and more. Read the practice guide: ow.ly/f4vL50WqvjP

A behind-the-scenes look into what goes on during jury day for our prestigious PlanON Award program. Stay tuned as we get closer to announcing this year's standout winners! Learn more about this year's jurors: ow.ly/MIog50WrRQ4

Co-editor @johnlorinc.bsky.social will be talking about "Messy Cities" at the @ontarioplanners.bsky.social and CIP National Planning Conference next week as part of a panel on recent planning-related books with @jasonthorne.bsky.social , @cwhitzman.bsky.social and others.

Explore ethics and professionalism in the context of planning during our upcoming workshop. The session will cover key topics including professional regulation, the Professional Code of Practice, and more. Register now: ow.ly/a8Rn50W79IR

On June 3, OPPI hosted our 2nd annual luncheon reception at Queen's Park to meet with provincial political leaders and their staff to discuss the practical solutions our members bring to the table and highlight the critical role planners play in shaping Ontario's communities.

Join Jane Wilson, MSc., P.Eng., for an inspiring virtual event focused on women in planning and engineering. Hear about Jane’s professional journey and participate in a Q&A session following her presentation. Register now: ow.ly/P0ty50W1Sx9