Professional. Flexible. Reliable. Connected.
ABOUT NANCY ORR
Nancy Orr
Builder of Business & Community
As a practice-based, action-oriented professional and scholar, Nancy brings multidisciplinary perspectives grounded in both experience and education to foster shared learning and champion collaborative solutions.
With over 30 years of experience across private, public, and non-profit sectors, she is the trusted extra set of professional hands organizations rely on to move initiatives forward with tact, tenacity, and results.
Known as a Facilitator of Action, Nancy seamlessly steps in at any stage of a project—from ideation and research to planning and execution—helping bridge the gap between strategy and implementation.
"In a world that can feel filled with silos and divisiveness, I work to broaden perspectives and build collective action."
Nancy Orr
Who We Serve
Whether you lead in private, public, or non-profit sectors, Nancy brings diverse business acumen and extensive technical knowledge to help move your priorities forward. Her proven success spans:
Municipalities and government organizations
Economic and community development initiatives
Workforce development programs
Real estate development projects
Academic institutions
Industries: Manufacturing, energy, insurance, oil & gas, construction, and petrochemical sectors
Education & Affiliations
Environmental Science Degree and Diploma
Economic Development Certificate
Master’s (Rural Housing Affordability)
PhD (in progress): Aging Well in Non-Metro Areas and the Role of Housing – University of Waterloo
Member:
Economic Developers Association of Canada, OACETT, Stratford District Chamber of Commerce
Student Member:
Canadian Institute of Planners & Ontario Professional Planners Institute
Experience Highlights
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Coordinated complex project timelines and stakeholder alignments for energy sector clients, delivering infrastructure initiatives under tight regulatory deadlines while mitigating environmental risks.
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Facilitated technical assessments and remediation strategies, bridging engineering teams with regulatory bodies to advance sustainable development projects efficiently.
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Provided hands-on assistance to local governments on land use policies, housing strategies, and community plans, ensuring actionable outcomes that balanced growth with resident needs.
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Enabled sector partnerships and organizational strengthening, helping non-profits launch programs through consensus-building, resource optimization, and cross-functional execution.
Competencies
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Motivation & Critical Thinking
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Coordination & Organization
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Collaborative Action
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Research & Data Analysis
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Professional Writing
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Attention to Detail