A unique perspective, diverse experience and proven results
As a seasoned real estate and infrastructure professional, I bring years of experience and expertise to the table. My background spans urban planning, real estate optimization and infrastructure planning and delivery.
Since 1991, I‘ve earned a diverse range of experience in the public and private sectors. This comprehensive knowledge has provided me with a unique perspective on community building: I understand how interconnected factors shape communities.
Throughout my career, I’ve driven successful results in various senior leadership roles for Metrolinx, the Regional Municipality of Durham, Infrastructure Ontario, and the Ontario Realty Corporation, and through my own Lorraine Huinink Design and Consulting Services – LHDC.
SELECT AFFILIATIONS
- Registered Professional Planner, Member, Canadian Institute of Planners
- Member, Urban Land Institute (ULI)
- Member, Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI) Championship Team
- Member, Women’s Infrastructure Network
- Member, LAI – Lambda Alpha International Land Economists – Simcoe Chapter
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- U of T Rotman School of Management Executive Program, Custom Rotman Regional Municipality of Durham Senior Leadership Program, 2023
- District Energy Implementation, Copenhagen, Danish Consulate, 2023
- Indigenous Cultural Safety Training, N. Blackman, 2021
- Schulich School of Business Leadership Certificate, York University, 2014
- Corporate Real Estate Fundamentals, CoreNet, 2013
- University of Windsor Law School, Negotiation Qualification, 2012
- Bachelor of Applied Arts (Urban & Regional Planning), TMU (Ryerson), 1991
SELECT BOARD APPOINTMENT & VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
- Board Director, Habitat for Humanity GTA, 2018-2024
- Chair, Land Build Committee, Habitat for Humanity, 2024
- Board Director, LAI, 2022-present
- Chair, Communications Committee, LAI, 2023-present
- APTA Emerging Leaders Mentor, 2019
SELECT SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
- Panel Member, Transit & TOD Webinar, Urban Toronto and Buildings Canada, 2024
- Capstone Panel Discussion Member, Placemaking Synergies between Retail & Transit, Master of Real Estate & Infrastructure, Schulich School of Business, 2024
- Conference Panel, ULI TOD Council, “Challenges and Lessons Learned in Achieving TOD Objectives,” Spring Meeting, 2023
- Conference Panel, Urban Transit Infrastructure Symposium, “Strategic Planning to Transform Urban Spaces with Transit Oriented Development (TOD) – Housing and Transit Synergy,” 2023
- Panel Member, ULI Toronto: Ford Government, Second Term: Getting to 1.5 Million New Homes, 2022
- Podcast Guest, Intended Consequences, Episode 45: “Transit Oriented Politics,” 2022
- Conference Panel, Urban Transit Infrastructure Symposium, “Analyzing TOD Principles and Determining Best Practices for Strategic Urban Planning,” 2021
- Moderator, Transit Oriented Development: Challenges & Opportunities, LAI – Simcoe Chapter, 2020
- Conference Panel, TAC, “P’3s for Major Transit Projects – Lessons Learned Across Canada,” 2020
- Panel Member, ULI Toronto, “She with He, Real Estate Development: Equity & Diversity in the Workplace,” 2019
CONTACT ME
Let’s Talk About Community Building
I’m always interested in projects that align with my philosophy and approach to sustainable community building. Let’s build something great together.