Canadian Institute for Planning

The Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing urban planning across Canada. It supports planners through education, research, and promoting best practices to create sustainable, healthy, and inclusive communities. CIP also accredits planning programs, sets professional standards, and provides certification to ensure planners maintain high ethical and technical standards. By fostering collaboration among professionals and the public, CIP aims to influence positive development, policymaking, and land use planning at local, regional, and national levels.