Spaces in Places supports public and community-focused organizations through every stage of food and beverage planning, from early engagement and strategy through implementation, evaluation, and long-term stewardship.

Our services are designed to work within the realities of public-sector environments, including governance, procurement, accountability, and diverse community needs.

Services.

Public institutions

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Civic Spaces

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Libraries

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Recreation Centres

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Community Hubs

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Cultural Institutions

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Libraries

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Public institutions ▪️ Civic Spaces ▪️ Libraries ▪️ Recreation Centres ▪️ Community Hubs ▪️ Cultural Institutions ▪️ Libraries ▪️

  • We design structured, inclusive engagement processes to ensure food and beverage programs are shaped by the communities they serve.

    • Stakeholder mapping and needs assessment

    • Facilitated workshops, focus groups, and public consultations

    • Lived-experience research and inclusion strategies

  • Working alongside government and community partners, we co-design food and beverage programs that are equitable, responsive, and grounded in local context.

    • Collaborative solution design with public and community partners

    • Equity and accessibility integration

    • Prototyping and pilot program development

  • We support organizations through the operational and organizational complexity of bringing programs to life.

    • Operational planning and program rollout support

    • Partnership coordination across agencies and sectors

    • Capacity-building for staff and community organizations

  • Accountability and learning are built into our work from the outset. We help organizations measure what matters and use evidence to inform future decisions.

    • Metrics design and monitoring frameworks

    • Data collection, analysis, and reporting

    • Evidence-based recommendations for policy and program improvement

  • We provide strategic guidance to help organizations navigate change, assess risk, and plan for long-term sustainability.

    • Identification of emerging trends and innovative practices

    • Strategic planning for sustainable, scalable solutions

    • Risk assessment and mitigation strategies

  • We support public-sector procurement processes with clarity, rigour, and alignment to organizational goals.

    • Professional RFP writing and procurement support

Work With Us

We help public-facing, purpose-driven organizations design and run food and beverage programs that enhance visitor experience, reflect community values, and support long-term financial sustainability.

Our Approach.

Our approach integrates market insight, operational expertise, and local partnerships. From defining a clear vision to designing vendor and programming models and supporting implementation, we help organizations build systems that balance accessibility, inclusivity, and financial sustainability. Our goal is to provide a structured, evidence-informed process designed for public-sector environments, while reflecting the unique purpose of each space.

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Discovery & Stakeholder Engagement

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Evidence-Informed Co-Design

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Pilot & Validate

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Implementation & Change Support

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Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

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“Spaces in Places brought clarity to a complex project. Their approach balanced community priorities, operational realities, and long-term sustainability in a way that felt both thoughtful and practical.”

Former Client

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