Whatever your reason for engaging in the planning process, this guide can help you consult effectively. If you are involved in a particular planning activity (e.g., a rezoning application or subdivision appeal), you may wish to flip directly to Consultation in the Planning Process for tips and tools. If you are just wading in, browse the preliminary sections first. For technical background, check Planning in Edmonton and related appendices.

Several guideposts point the way to the information you are looking for. In addition to the table of contents, tabs, index and cross references, look for these graphics:

	Orange swirls mark each new project phase, spots where corresponding opportunities for consultation begin.
	Yellow blocks indicate tools that may assist you with consultation.
	Different heads signal items addressed to specific players (see p. 4).