Transforming Community Economies

Communities across Canada are planning for significant population and job growth. They do this through Official Community Plans and Zoning Bylaws that regulate how land can be used, whether it’s for homes, jobs, shopping, parks, schools, and more.
Many of these communities were once established either as trading posts near a wealth of natural resources that could be shipped across the country and the world, or as bedroom communities within driving distance to the major service centres of bustling cities. This legacy remains an important component of local economies. Though today, a greater awareness of environmental challenges and the climate crisis is forcing communities to explore ways to green their economies.
How best can a community planner support this shift towards a more sustainable and less carbon-intensive economy?

Faculty Supervisor:

Sean Markey

Student:

Partner:

Modus Planning, Design and Engagement Inc

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Simon Fraser University

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