Blackthorn Development Corporation provides Land Development, Land Use Planning, Project Management and Government Relations Services.

Blackthorn represents the ability to help create great communities, which often begin with great streets and the harmonic neighbourhood. These communities provide the canvas upon which the friendships and memories we all seek out in our daily lives are curated and nurtured.

“I chose Blackthorn because it was the street I grew up on in Toronto - Blackthorn Avenue. It was a great street, everyone knew each other, front doors were left open and it was truly a complete community. Blackthorn strives to create great streets and great communities, so it seemed fitting.”

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Maurizio Rogato,

Principal

The Principal of Blackthorn Development Corp., Maurizio
Rogato, has extensive experience in the areas of Land Development, Land Use Planning,
Project Management and Government Relations.

A full member of the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) and a Registered Professional Planner (RPP) with the Ontario Professional Planning Institute (OPPI), professional standards provide the foundation for
Blackthorn’s approach to providing efficient and result oriented services.

A community volunteer, Maurizio has been recognized for his leadership as a recipient of Ryerson University’s Outstanding Volunteer Award and the Government of Ontario’s Service Award of Excellence.

Working throughout the Province of Ontario and successfully navigating complex regulatory processes, Blackthorn delivers practical solutions to both the private and public sector.

With a proven track record, passion and creativity,
Blackthorn stands apart by bringing focus, clarity and determination to each project.

Accreditations and Recognition: 

  • Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning,
         Ryerson University (2002)

  • Student Exchange, Town and Rural
         Planning, Strathclyde University (2000)

  • Full member, Canadian Institute of
         Planning (MCIP)

  • Full member, Ontario Professional
         Planning Institute (OPPI)

  • Vice President, Ryerson University Alumni
         Association (Present)

  • Past Chair, Ryerson University Planning
         Alumni

  • Past member, Town of Erin Council Liaison
         Committee (Wastewater Master Environmental Assessment)

  • Recipient, Ryerson University Alumni
         Achievement Awards (2014)

  • Recipient, Ontario Volunteer Service
         Awards (2018)

  • G. Raymond Chang Outstanding Volunteer Award, Ryerson University
    (2021)