Engagement that builds trust and supports progress
Vertex delivers comprehensive engagement and consultation services that support the development of sustainable and equitable projects. Our engagement specialists bring a proven track record in moving projects from early concept through detailed consultation and into final design and execution. Working within some of the most highly regulated industries, our team excels at communicating with diverse stakeholder audiences to support project success. We partner closely with clients to build fit-for-purpose engagement systems tailored to each project and each stakeholder group. Using a structured and systematic approach, we help create:
- Clear and concise communication methods and materials
- Complete consultation in individual and public forums
- Collaborative mechanisms that involve stakeholders in key project considerations
- A project path forward that manages risk and supports an informed and realistic route to execution
These activities ensure that each project is supported by transparent communication, responsive dialogue, and a clear understanding of expectations among all stakeholders.
Vertex’s engagement practice includes work with many groups, such as regulatory bodies and government agencies.
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Indigenous Engagement
Vertex engages with Indigenous communities in various capacities and has a history of including Nations and community members in project execution. On behalf of our clients, we conduct pointed one on one consultations for various projects and use long-standing relationships built on trust to communicate project goals, collect concerns and feedback and adjust execution plans to address where possible all stakeholder concerns.
Additionally, Vertex is an experienced partner to Indigenous communities. Partnering with various nations across our operation, to create shared economic opportunities and to create career opportunities for local employment. These partnerships along with our experience, building open and honest communication and lasting trust within Indigenous communities is a cornerstone of our success. More information on our partnerships can be found in our Sustainability and Indigenous Relations section on this website.
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Public Engagement
Our public engagement offering supports clients through the development of engagement strategy, engagement material, understanding project risks, addressing potentially contentious issues, and executing engagement programs. Our team of professionals is experienced in developing appropriate engagement methodology and mediums for each project, stakeholder group, and industry.
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Stakeholder Consultation
On behalf of our customers, the Vertex team is skilled in stakeholder consultation, navigating potentially contentious project risks, and working towards equitable and sustainable solutions for all project stakeholders. While every project is unique, Vertex is skilled at developing one on one, open house, and written material to ensure consultation is conducted appropriately for each project in a successful and professional manner.
