Professional Designations:
RPP, MCIP

Contact Janelle:
778.654.5200
jderksen@cityspaces.ca

Janelle brings senior-level expertise in housing policy, community planning, and engagement to her projects at CitySpaces. She is an active member of the planning profession, with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and speaking engagements across Canada and internationally on topics such as housing, homelessness, neighbourhood development, and creating livable communities.

With extensive experience in community planning, housing research, and policy, Janelle has worked in northern and rural communities through roles with the City of Yellowknife, Housing Northwest Territories, and Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. Her broad skill set provides significant value to clients, including analysis, policy review, community engagement, and government-to-government relationship-building, particularly with Indigenous governments. Janelle excels at building trusting relationships with community members and is passionate about facilitating meaningful engagement processes.