Best practices are methods, approaches, or techniques that have demonstrated superior results and are recommended as models for others to follow. In municipal contexts, provinces, associations, and professional organizations identify and share best practices so communities can learn from each other's successes. Examples might include innovative approaches to public engagement, efficient service delivery models, or effective bylaw enforcement strategies. While best practices provide valuable guidance, what works well in one community may not suit another due to different circumstances, so adaptation rather than blind adoption is often necessary.