PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement
PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement is a public relations agency based in Ottawa (founded 2002).
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About PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement
Based in Ottawa, Canada, at 138 Spruce Street, PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement has been a fixture in the region's communications landscape since its founding in 2002. Ottawa, as the nation's capital, operates at the intersection of federal policy, municipal governance, and a vibrant local community. This unique environment demands a nuanced understanding of how government, business, and civic life interact, a dynamic that PACE has navigated for over two decades. The firm's location in the historic Centretown neighborhood places it at the heart of the city's political and cultural activity, allowing it to stay closely connected to the pulse of both local and national conversations.
Core Services and Methodological Approach
PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement specializes in moving large-scale, often contentious, projects forward by building genuine community acceptance. The firm's practice is built around a core methodology that emphasizes dialogue, transparency, and the search for win-win solutions. Rather than simply managing public perception, the firm designs and facilitates processes that give stakeholders a meaningful voice. A key differentiator is the firm's commitment to bilingual services, ensuring that engagement in Canada's two official languages is not an afterthought but a foundational element of every project. Their approach is grounded in what they call "Open Space Methodology," a facilitation technique designed to create inclusive and productive conversations among diverse groups.
Their service offerings typically include:
- Stakeholder mapping and analysis
- Community engagement and public consultation
- Strategic communications and public relations counsel
- Event planning and logistics for public meetings
- Public policy advocacy and government relations
- Facilitation of complex multi-stakeholder dialogues
- Project management for transformative city-building initiatives
- Community outreach and acceptance strategies
Notable Projects and Industry Focus
PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement has played a significant role in several of Ottawa's most transformative urban development projects. Their portfolio includes work on the new multi-billion dollar Ottawa Hospital campus, the Ādisōke Library (a joint facility with Library and Archives Canada), and the Zibi development on the Ottawa River, which aims to be Canada's most sustainable community. They were also instrumental in the City of Ottawa's Transportation Master Plan, which laid the groundwork for the city's light rail transit system. These projects demonstrate the firm's deep expertise in navigating the complexities of municipal affairs, urban development, and large-scale infrastructure. The firm works across public, private, and non-profit sectors, with a particular strength in projects that require bridging the gap between government objectives, developer interests, and community needs.
Expertise in Bilingual, Transformative Engagement
The firm's expertise lies in its ability to combine a public affairs lens with a genuine commitment to social, economic, and environmental sustainability. This is not a marketing slogan but a practical framework for how they approach every engagement. PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement understands that for a project to succeed, it must not only meet regulatory requirements but also earn the social license to operate. Their facilitation skills are particularly valuable in situations where multiple, often conflicting, stakeholder groups must find common ground. The firm's reputation is built on a track record of helping governments, businesses, and communities work together effectively, rather than simply advocating for one side. This consultative, process-oriented approach makes them a good fit for organizations facing complex, high-stakes public engagement challenges.
PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement is best suited for organizations—whether public agencies, private developers, or non-profits—that are undertaking significant, transformative projects requiring deep community buy-in. They are an excellent choice for clients who understand that meaningful engagement is not a box to be checked but a critical success factor for long-term project viability. Their work is particularly relevant for those involved in municipal affairs, urban development, infrastructure, and policy development in Canada, especially in bilingual contexts. For any organization looking to build genuine community acceptance for a complex initiative, PACE offers a proven, dialogue-driven methodology grounded in two decades of Ottawa-based experience.
Key facts
- Team size: 1-10 employees
- Headquarters: 138 Spruce St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1R 6P2
- Address: 138 Spruce St , Ottawa Ontario Canada K1R 6P2
- SIC codes: 8742
Keywords & focus
Topics and areas PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement works with.
- facilitation
- bilingual services
- municipal affairs
- engagement
- communications
- stakeholder engagement
- community engagement
- event planning & logistics
- strategy
- transformative projects
- methodology
- citybuilding
- community acceptance
- public relations & communications services
- urban development
- public relations and communications
- consulting
- services
- community-driven development
- community outreach
- open space methodology
- government
- public policy advocacy
- stakeholder mapping
- public consultation
- policy development
- community development
- project management
- b2b
- large-scale project engagement
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Technologies
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Industries served by PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement
PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement works with clients across 1 sectors. Whether you are a startup or an enterprise, they can support your PR and communications goals.
- public relations & communications
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Frequently asked questions about PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement
Common questions and answers about PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement, their services, location, and how to work with them.
- Where is PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement located?
- PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement is headquartered in Ottawa.
- What services does PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement offer?
- PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement offers media relations, communications strategy, and public relations. They help brands with public relations, media outreach, and strategic communications.
- What industries does PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement serve?
- PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement serves clients in public relations & communications. They work with startups, scale-ups, and enterprises across these sectors.
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- How can I contact PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement?
- You can visit their website at http://www.paceconsulting.ca
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- When was PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement founded?
- PACE Public Affairs & Community Engagement was founded in 2002.
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