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​​Yellowhead Trails Master Plan, 2018

Jason Simituk, while at another firm, worked with Yellowhead County on the Trails Master Plan. Trails are one of the most desired recreational amenities in Canada, and Yellowhead County is no different. Jason, while at another firm, project managed the team and completed the detailed inventory, community engagement and recommendations for the next 10+ years. The report contains a clear vision, outcomes, and strategies that were prepared including the identification of visitor experience, tourism target market expectations, planning of exceptional trails, trail classification and funding strategies. The plan intends to generate more active living and trail tourism for Yellowhead County residents. The plan had a study area of over 22,000 sq km and contained seven municipalities. 

​​City of Leduc Parks, Open Space and Trails Plan, 2019

 Jason Simituk and IBI completed the City of Leduc Parks, Open Space, Trails Master Plan. This update was required as the City completed many of the priorities identified in the previous plan. The team was able to take previous engagements and build upon them to reduce the overall engagement costs and provide a usable result without creating survey burnout in the community. The trail's focus identified many links that will increase the current system and promote active transportation to key areas like the neighbouring airport and industrial area. The impressive move was to use more Storm Water Management Facilities (SWMF) as park space and create walking paths around them to increase access for residents to trails. The completed document will be going to the council for adoption in early 2020. 

​​Rocky Mountain House Regional Recreation and Trails Plan, 2018

Rocky Mountain House is a growing municipality in Alberta's David Thompson region, where the demands for recreation and parks are ever-changing. Recognizing the synergies between recreation and parks and in response to growing pressures, Quantum Recreation and McElhanney worked together to develop a Recreation Master Plan.

Jason Simituk managed this project. Quantum Recreation undertook a robust inventory, parks and facility condition assessments, innovative community engagements, and detailed background analysis to inform the plan.

Innovative tools, such as on-line interactive mapping engagement, community online survey and stakeholder interviews, were used to engage the community. Research, best practices, benchmarks and GIS data were used to identify service gaps and inform the development of strategies and actions. A new vision, clear goals, an innovative service delivery framework, a cost-share strategy, priority strategies and actions for recreation facilities and parks were prepared to guide the City's recreation and parks decision making for the next ten years.  This relates to the Whitehorse Trails Master Plan by working with very diverse groups, both the Clearwater County, First Nations and the Town to ensure that recreation and trail needs are being adequately fulfilled. This was also the first time the team used the on-line interactive mapping engagement for trails.

​​2020 Cypress County Recreation Master Plan

Quantum Recreation created a comprehensive recreation master plan designed to guide Cypress County to provide recreation opportunities for their residents. This master plan will help the County decide the long-term use, development, and administration of recreation resources, programs, and facilities.

The planning process was completed in four phases: a thorough assessment of the current state of recreation and parks services (programs, resources, facilities, parks), stakeholder and community consultation to determine current needs and future demands, giving of recommendations for sustainable delivery of recreation and parks services and developing of an implementation plan with cost estimates for each strategy for the long-term phased approach for facility and program development. Council adopted the Master Plan in late 2020. 

​​2020 Facility Need Assessment for a new Multi-purpose Facility Study

The City of Leduc wanted a community-led project for a shared facility. Quantum Recreation worked with key stakeholders and staff to complete the Facility Need Assessment for a new Multi-purpose Facility. The assessment determined the feasibility of building a multi-purpose facility based on nine community groups' need for additional space. The needs assessment included a background review, needs assessment (stakeholder survey, three community engagement events), and a final report, including recommendations. The collaborative work involving stakeholders determined the facility's needs, estimated programmable space, evaluated governance, operating, and funding models to develop a new facility.The Final Report included: future growth estimates, analysis of existing facility space, case studies examining governance, operations, and funding of unique operating models, needs assessment of programmable space, governance model and capital costs, and operating model and funding options. In addition, the recommendations included the commitment required from stakeholders and the City to build a multi-purpose facility. 


​​2018 Feasibility Study for Bob Snodgrass Recreation Centre 

David Whitman with Gibbs Gage worked with Lisa Reinders (Director of Community Services) and Katie Crysdale (Aquatic Supervisor) on the High River Bob Snodgrass Recreation Centre Feasibility Study. The study was commissioned to determine indoor sport and recreation facility priorities for the future in the Town of High River, and specific for the Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex (BSRC). Past demand, utilization and cost recovery were examined, and user groups, staff and the public were consulted. The intent was to identify what was required, at what size, where facilities could be located, and at what cost. The specific needs of the Town of High River were assessed and prioritized, and special emphasis was put on a viable business case that would also meet Town requirements.

The resulting study included comprehensive analyses of current facilities and potential sites as well as the town context, summaries and reports on all consultation, two fully developed facility redevelopment concepts with SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threat) and costing analyses, a business case analysis, recommendations, and an implementation plan.
The City of Leduc wanted a community-led project for a shared facility. Quantum Recreation worked with key stakeholders and staff to complete the Facility Need Assessment for a new Multi-purpose Facility. The assessment determined the feasibility of building a multi-purpose facility based on nine community groups' need for additional space. The needs assessment included a background review, needs assessment (stakeholder survey, three community engagement events), and a final report, including recommendations. The collaborative work involving stakeholders determined the facility's needs, estimated programmable space, evaluated governance, operating, and funding models to develop a new facility.The Final Report included: future growth estimates, analysis of existing facility space, case studies examining governance, operations, and funding of unique operating models, needs assessment of programmable space, governance model and capital costs, and operating model and funding options. In addition, the recommendations included the commitment required from stakeholders and the City to build a multi-purpose facility. 

​​2020-2030 Iqaluit Recreation Master Plan 

Quantum Recreation and a consulting team led by George Harris, developed the 2020-2030 Iqaluit Recreation Master Plan for the City of Iqaluit to sets out priorities regarding investments in recreation facilities and programs and improve the quality and quantity of recreational services for all residents, both in terms of the types of services offered and the levels of participation in recreational programs.

Special attention is given to recreation trends affecting youth and Inuit participation as the Plan addresses the challenges the City faces in the declining participation rate in the current programs, under-utilized facilities, and very limited recreation choices.

Through LocalsKnow public consultation, input from residents, recreation user groups, recreation participants, community organizations, City staff and Council, and other stakeholders were obtained and helped direct the recommendations of the Plan. The 2020-2030 Iqaluit Recreation Master Plan not only makes key recommendations on priorities and actions for the near future; it also includes an implementation Toolkit to be used by the Recreation over a long period.

​​2020-Outdoor Sports Facility Assessment and Enhancement

Quantum Recreation led the Outdoor Sports Facility Assessment & Enhancement to help the Town of Innisfail develop a plan for the upgrade, reconfiguration, management, and future expansion of sports fields to support local users. The assessment will determine the user group's needs and solutions. It will also support decision-makers to best use public resources.

The citizen-driven process consists of a background review and analysis. Extensive community engagement tactics were also conducted, including an online survey, focus groups, and selected interviews. The input collected from the public engagement helped to identify registration trends, the community's wants and needs. A list of key learnings was developed based on all the information from the background analysis, interviews, and engagement results.

​​Town of Sylvan Lake

Quantum Recreation and ISL revamped the Sylvan Lake Recreation Master Plan to strategically guide the improvement, expansion, and management of Sylvan Lake’s recreation system, anticipating population growth to 25,000 over the next decade. The plan is founded on a shared vision that embodies community values and aims for continuous enhancement of recreational services. It emphasizes promoting health and wellness through accessible outdoor spaces and programs, protecting the natural beauty of the lake, fostering community spirit and inclusion, and ensuring the vitality of the recreation system through ongoing investment and sustainable practices.

​​City of Dawson Creek

Quantum Recreation revamped the Parks Master Plan for Dawson Creek, focusing on creating a user-friendly document with planning guidelines and recommendations for the next ten years. The plan identifies priorities and strategies to meet community needs based on available annual funding, addressing themes like service delivery, programming, infrastructure, and financing as outlined in the RFP. The project is structured into a core set of tasks to ensure success, with additional value-added tasks available to enhance the project's outcomes. Quantum Recreation is confident in delivering an exceptional quality end-product, regardless of the inclusion of value-added services.

                       ​City of Fort St. John

Happy Cities and Quantum Recreation have revitalized the Arts & Culture Master Plan for Fort St. John, British Columbia, aligning it with the city's strategic goals from the 2018 Strategic Plan, the 2017 Official Community Plan (OCP), and the Downtown Action Plan. The updated master plan promotes social inclusion, cultural vitality, and economic development by emphasizing community engagement and fostering partnerships. Despite challenges like rapid population growth, inclusive programming needs, downtown revitalization, and budget constraints, the plan aims to enhance community well-being and create vibrant, inclusive public spaces. The project approach includes regular updates and efficient management to ensure effective communication and timely resolution of challenges.

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