The Township of Black River-Matheson invites proposals from qualified consulting firms to develop a Community Improvement Plan (CIP) in accordance with Section 28 of the Ontario Planning Act. The intent of this Request for Proposals is to retain a consultant with the experience and expertise necessary to prepare a practical and implementable CIP that can be adopted and used by the Township.

The CIP is intended to function as an applied planning and economic development tool. The Township expects the CIP to support housing development, business growth, and the revitalization of downtown and commercial areas by encouraging private sector investment that aligns with municipal priorities, market conditions, and infrastructure capacity.

The successful Proponent will be expected to work collaboratively with Township staff and Council throughout the project to ensure that the CIP reflects local conditions, administrative capacity, and Council’s strategic direction.