TBG team members spent yesterday afternoon providing planning students at the Toronto Metropolitan University with expertise and feedback on concept plans for growth and development at sites across Toronto. We were impressed by the thoughtfulness and forward-thinking nature of the students’ work! Thanks for hosting us TMU!
Featuring (left to right) Robert McQuillan, Cameron McCoy Samantha Biglieri, Anthony Biglieri, Alex Walton, Morgan Baker, Laura Lebel Pantazopoulos, & Adam Dhalla
Ever since we opened our doors for the first time (almost 24 years ago!), we’ve prioritized working on projects in municipalities across Ontario. As a result, we’ve built localized expertise in land use planning and development provincewide, allowing us to successfully serve client needs in a variety of contexts.
With our finger on the provincial pulse, we noticed BIG things happening in Southwestern Ontario and the Southern Golden Horseshoe. Kitchener – Waterloo, Niagara Region, London, Guelph, Hamilton – they’re all experiencing accelerated growth.
Here at TBG, we like to be at the centre of the action. So, in April 2023, we made Hamilton our second home by opening our very own office in Downtown Steeltown. Our Hamilton-based team have been making TBG central players in land-use planning, development, urban design, and heritage conservation in the southwestern region.
Yesterday, our entire team met up in Hamilton to celebrate our growth in this area and have some fun as a group @BATLAxe. As always, we’re ready to make BIG things happen across the province. We are especially ready to roll up our sleeves in Southwestern Ontario and the Southern Golden Horseshoe. Reach out today.
We are pleased to announce that The Biglieri Group Ltd. has merged with Bright Past Heritage Consulting Inc. effective September 11, 2023. This merger marks the beginning of TBG’s next chapter as subject matter experts in heritage planning, allowing us to expand our practice to complement our existing core services in land-use planning, development, and urban design. As our business evolves, we remain committed to providing the exceptional value and client-centred services that both Bright Past and TBG are known for.
Our comprehensive suite of services will now include:
Heritage Screening Reports
Heritage Evaluation Reports
Heritage Impact Assessments
Cultural Heritage Advisory Services
Heritage Bridge Assessments
Heritage Permit Applications
Preparation of Designating By-laws and Conservation Plans
Research & Storytelling
Peer Reviews
And more.
About Bright Past Heritage Consulting Inc.
Co-founded by Evan Sugden in 2021, Bright Past Heritage Consulting inc. is a boutique cultural heritage consulting firm specializing in the conservation and stewardship of heritage resources across Ontario. Based out of Waterloo Region, Bright Past rapidly grew to serve clients in southern Ontario, with projects in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, London, Hamilton, Stratford, and beyond.
Their core services revolve around maintaining a balanced approach between heritage conservation and land development. Notable clients include BMI Group, Sweeny&Co Architects, Old Oak Properties, and JD Development Group. Their work has played a crucial role in conserving significant cultural heritage resources, helping obtain development approvals, and fostering positive relationships with municipal heritage staff.
Our Next Chapter in Heritage Planning
We are committed to maintaining the same high standards of professionalism, dedication, and client-focused service that both Bright Past Heritage Consulting Inc. and TBG are known for. For inquiries or more information about this strategic merger, please contact:
Anthony Biglieri
abiglieri@thebiglierigroup.com
(416) 693-9155
Evan Sugden
(416) 693-9155
Thank you for your continued trust and support in our next chapter.
Get to Know Our Newest Team Members
It’s been a busy summer here at The Biglieri Group. We’ve been hard at work serving our clients across Ontario and bringing BIG land use visions to life. With an ever-expanding portfolio of work, we’ve welcomed new colleagues to support our growth and ensure that we remain attentive partners in the planning, design and development process. Our newest top-notch team members bring a breadth of experience to TBG and our clients. Get to know them below.
Senior Planner and Heritage Expert – Evan Sugden
Evan joins TBG with more than a decade of experience in development, land-use planning, heritage conservation, and project management. He is a registered Heritage Professional (CAHP) with the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals, a Registered Professional Planner (RPP), and a full Member of the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP). He is helping to drive TBG’s expansion into heritage planning, allowing us to support the conservation and stewardship of cultural heritage resources across Ontario.
The New Juniors – Robbie McQuillan , Alex Walton and Jacob Wright
Robbie, Alex and Jacob recently completed master’s degrees in urban planning and bring multi-disciplinary professional experience, strong academic backgrounds, and fresh perspectives to our practice. With master’s research areas spanning community food security infrastructure, the impacts of green standards on city building processes, and accessibility and disability in the planning profession, our new Junior Planners are translating their depth of knowledge to a variety of client files in urban and urbanizing contexts.
Super Assistant Chief Operating Officer – Emily Hill
As TBG’s business grows, we’re ensuring that our organization is well structured to effectively serve our clients throughout planning, project management and design work. Emily joins the administration team to ensure that our internal nuts and bolts are secure, allowing for both our strategic expansion into new service areas and our continued performance in the bread-and-butter of our business.
Our Veteran Team Members Continue to Learn and Grow
People are the foundation of our business here at TBG. Our longstanding team members are continuing to develop their skillsets, expand their competency, and support our clients and communities, enabling excellent city building provincewide.
Welcome to The Biglieri Team Mallory!
