About Us
Formed in 1983, Blane, Canada Ltd. is an economic development management-advisory firm that exists to assist our clients in realizing their community potential. We equip leaders with tools to understand their current business environment and provide a framework for action.
Our delivery model is one focused on exceptional customer service across four distinct, yet connected, areas:
1. Economic Engineering is a process. A holistic way to set community economic development goals that are measurable, manageable, accountable, and achievable based on broad community participation and consensus. EE is set apart from other approaches in:
- Extent of community involvement and consensus
- Range of solutions considered
- Calculator derived, trackable goal targets
- Resource anticipation and management
- Clear understanding of the consequences of inaction.
2. Advisory services strategically focused in:
- Business retention & expansion
- Economic development strategy
3. Thought leadership to improve our industry and clients’ capabilities to realize their community’s potential
- Keynote addresses on the latest trends and impacts affecting economic development
- Published research on proprietary industry data, as well as partnering with other economic development leaders
By narrowing our focus, engaging in direct client consulting and conducting on-going R&D, we create an environment with more opportunities to innovate. We also have a rich history of published articles sharing what is learned with the profession. As a result, Blane, Canada Ltd. has consistently expanded the discussion and provided unmatched leadership.
Our Values
Values We Practice
Excellence – viewed as exemplary in our products and services
Innovation – creating something new and of value to our clients
Positivity – to see the brighter side of situations
Commitment – to do what we say we are going to do
Our Promise
Relevancy of our work to client needs
Flexible to client needs, yet standardized processes/products based on years of practical experience
Connection and confidentiality in our products and service offerings
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