Shaun O’Dea

Shaun’s passion for community planning and good urban development began in 2016 while working in his first public sector role for his hometown in rural New Zealand. Upon relocating to Canada he enrolled in the Langara College Applied Planning programme to enhance the wide range of technical skills offered throughout the course. Upon graduating he received a CACPT Merit Award for his capstone project, Urban Planning for Better Bat Habitats, and the Dr. Norman Pearson Bursary award. After completing his studies, Shaun worked for David Nairne + Associates Ltd in North Vancouver, supporting land-use planning and community housing projects for First Nations and Metis clients. He has recently taken on the role of Engineering, Planning and Development Technician for the District of Lake Country, one of British Columbia’s fastest-growing municipalities. The role provides great learning opportunities and allows him to challenge his analytical, creative, and policy-development skills while supporting the multi-disciplinary development process.