Melinda MacRory

Planner

Master of Planning in Urban Development, Ryerson University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Guelph

mmacrory@thebiglierigroup.com

Melinda is an Urban Planner with an academic background in Anthropology and a Master of Planning in Urban Development. She is a dedicated planner and project manager with an interest in the development approval process, urban design and community engagement. At the Biglieri Group, Melinda has assisted clients in the pre-application stages through the preparation of multiple policy and planning reviews to determine land use opportunity and potential. Melinda strives to maintain strong liaisons with municipal planners to ensure that the policy and land use directives of each unique municipality are at the forefront of our strategic considerations with our clients. She has led many projects through the application and planning process through research and preparation of planning rationales for development projects and the facilitation of public information sessions and open houses.

As an urbanist and Torontonian, Melinda appreciates the eclectic value of walkable cities, integrated park systems, public transit and placemaking. She leads an active lifestyle and enjoys exploring the city and its spaces and places in-between, running, cycling and recreational volleyball.