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PLANNING FOR A RENEWABLE FUTURE

It’s no secret that UPco Director Pete Doyle is passionate about some of the more unusual and complex projects we take on – including renewable energy facilities. With the shift to clean energy proving to be an increasingly hot topic, Pete was inspired to reflect on his own experience with renewables projects, and pose the question: what’s next for Victoria?
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KELLIE BURNS | CELEBRATING 20 YEARS WITH UPCO

Today marks the 20th Anniversary for Kellie Burns at UPco. Kellie is an exceptional Town Planner, but so much more than that too. Early riser, avid gardener, animal lover, fabulous mother, passionate mentor, industry leader – we love all the facets that make Kellie who she is, and are so lucky to have her on the team.
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WHAT’S UP, HUGH?

What’s UP, Hugh? Apparently, we can’t get enough of Hugh Smyth this month, so we invited him to sit down and dish the dirt. Some of Hugh’s interview responses probably won’t surprise you (his not-so-secret ambition to be the dictatorial king of small island nation, for instance). But if you’ve ever wondered what he was like as a small child, now’s your chance to find out.
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ACACIA PLACE, ABBOTSFORD

Maybe we’re feeling nostalgic, but we’ve decided the time has come to look back on some of the more memorable projects we’ve been involved in… starting with Acacia Place in Abbotsford.
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