Energy & Resources

From facilities to pipelines to renewables, we support our energy clients through various stages of project conceptualization to design and implementation.

Our customized services for the energy sector span asset assessments, statutory and non-statutory plan development, land use planning applications, approvals coordination, and comprehensive communications and engagement strategies.

With deep expertise in municipal planning and land development across Canada, B&A delivers strategic, customized solutions for the energy sector. Our integrated team—specializing in project management, land use planning, communications, and geographic information systems (GIS)—leverages industry knowledge and innovative methodologies to address complex challenges.

By combining regulatory insight, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven analysis, we help energy providers navigate evolving landscapes, mitigate risks, and optimize infrastructure planning. Our approach ensures that projects align with long-term development goals while balancing environmental, regulatory, and community considerations.

Proudly partnering with leading energy providers across North America, we are committed to delivering value-driven results that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in the energy sector.

With over a decade of experience developing tailored solutions for the energy sector, our services are organized into three distinct categories, each adaptable to various scales and focus areas.

ENERGY SERVICE AREAS

Supporting energy providers in the implementation of their site planning & development visions through the municipal planning & regulatory approval process.

Capitalizing on the municipal & industry notification processes to educate stakeholders on planning in proximity to pipelines & keep operators apprised of potential changes in proximity to their networks.

System-wide data driven analysis to identify areas of potential development intensification to support informed capital planning or the identification of areas for further evaluation or monitoring.

Providing pipeline operators with a simple resource to identify & stay informed about potential impactful future development in proximity to their pipeline networks.

Providing pipeline operators with comprehensive assessments of existing and future land use conditions to identify potential future changes in class location designation.

RENEWABLE & RESOURCES EXPERTISE

Whether greenfield or brownfield, large or small scale, our team of planning, design and engagement experts can lead master planning and design initiatives that help our energy clients translate their vision into reality. From innovative design concepts to authentic engagement programs, we have experience developing compelling planning submissions that achieve required approvals and permitting.

The scope of approvals required to support innovative energy projects is increasingly complex, often spanning different jurisdictions with varying application, consultation and engagement requirements. We work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to develop integrated and efficient work programs that reduce redundancies and enhance approval and permitting efficiency and coordination.

Our team’s seamless integration of mapping, data collection, data management and analytics supports customized programs and approvals processes for the energy sector, and is a beneficial resource for operational decision making and capital planning.

FEATURED ENERGY & RESOURCES PROJECTS

With more than 30 years of experience, our award-winning team delivers

A customized approach across diverse areas of expertise.