With over 25 years’ experience in the housing industry, David Harrison brings a wealth of expertise and a steadfast commitment to creating affordable, sustainable communities. His career spans roles as a project manager, development consultant and urban planner, with a focus on non-market housing since 2000. Over that time, he has successfully collaborated on 60 housing projects with non-profit organizations, local business groups and governments, transforming ideas into tangible solutions that meet real community needs.

David’s dedication to innovative housing has earned him notable recognition. In 2008, he received the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) Award of Excellence for Housing for his impactful work on mental health housing in Dartmouth. His contributions to housing needs assessments along Nova Scotia’s South Shore garnered him the CIP Social Planning Award of Merit in 2017 and the Atlantic Planners Comprehensive Policy and Plan Award in 2016. These accolades reflect his ability to blend strategic vision with practical outcomes and solutions.

What sets David apart is his hands-on experience overseeing the financing and construction of affordable housing projects. This unique perspective has equipped him with insights into design, finance and construction methods that prioritize both affordability and sustainability. His services are tailored to guide clients through every stage of a project, offering:

• Pre-development planning and project management  
• Housing needs assessments, strategies, and implementation plans  
• Community housing plans  
• Operating plans  
• Site selection  
• Planning approvals  
• Age-friendly community planning
• Housing project experience (see link below)
• Code of Environmental Practice (click here)

David’s approach is rooted in a belief that housing is a human right and the foundation of healthy communities —principles that have guided his work for over two decades.