WSP Global announced it has completed the acquisition of Communica Public Affairs, which is one of Canada’s leading Indigenous and stakeholder engagement and information management consulting firms. Launched in 2002, Communica is recognized for its collaborative approach and the ability to deliver authentic, open, and transparent stakeholder and broader community engagement, including with Indigenous communities.
This deal highlights WSP’s commitment to delivering impactful community projects and advancing its ability to respond to the increasing demand for stakeholder engagement and information management services. These services are essential for the success of projects across all sectors and markets and support clients in their ESG journeys.
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“WSP is pleased to welcome Communica’s 50 highly skilled professionals. By joining forces, we will be increasing our capabilities and raising our standards in terms of Indigenous and stakeholder engagement in Canada, not only as a standalone practice but also as a key element of many multidisciplinary projects.”
– Alexandre L’Heureux, President and CEO of WSP Global
“Communica’s extensive experience in fostering early and sustained engagement with Indigenous communities and stakeholders is instrumental to our ongoing commitment in supporting and empowering these groups. Together, we will continue to build long-term and trusting relationships while contributing positively to sustainable development across the country,” added
– Marie-Claude Dumas, President and CEO of WSP Canada
“Our team is delighted to be joining WSP. We are eager to contribute our capabilities to the development of WSP’s diverse projects. With this collaboration, we are poised to deliver unparalleled value to our clients and community interests while offering new opportunities to our talented professionals.”
– Doug Ford, Communica’s President and CEO
