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New Build & Construction

Senior Living Development done right from blueprint to grand opening—we help you build, license, and launch with confidence.

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Whether you’re developing a new senior residence or expanding your current operations, Smith & Associates provides comprehensive, start-to-finish consulting. We bring 20+ years of hands-on industry experience to help you avoid costly missteps, meet all regulatory requirements, and launch a thriving, well-run community from day one.

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Turnkey Start-Up Support

Five gold stars.

Launch your community with everything in place. From staffing and policy development to compliance and operations, we provide end-to-end support tailored to your timeline and budget. We help you open with confidence—ready to serve residents from day one.

Project planning and milestone tracking

✔ Department-by-department setup

Operational readiness and team onboarding

✔ Pre-opening checklist and launch support

Research & Analysis

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Every great community starts with great insight. We conduct detailed market analysis to help you understand regional demographics, competition, and unmet needs—so your offering is well-positioned and future-ready.

Competitive landscape review

✔ Demographic & market forecasting

Community needs assessments

✔ Feasibility studies & service alignment

Licensing & Compliance

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Navigating licensing can be overwhelming—but it’s where we shine. We guide you through every step, ensuring your new residence meets all provincial requirements and avoids costly delays or penalties.

✔ Licensing documentation and filing support

✔ Regulatory compliance advisory

Facility readiness assessments

✔ Pre-inspection preparation

Policies & Procedures

Six gold stars in a row.

Set a strong foundation with clear, customized policies and SOPs for every department. We tailor documentation to reflect your values, align with compliance standards, and empower your team from day one.

Departmental policies & SOPs

✔ Resident rights & care standards

Risk management and emergency protocols

✔ Ongoing updates to reflect evolving regulations

Experts By Your Side

At the start of any project, there are always more questions than answers.

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Trusted by Leading Brands

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Strategic Growth

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Regulatory Confidence

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Operational Efficiency

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