Certains aspects du travail et de l’organisation, comme le harcèlement et la charge de travail élevée, constituent des « risques psychosociaux du travail » (RPS) qui peuvent nuire à la santé psychologique et conduire à l’absentéisme. Des « facteurs de protection » peuvent réduire ces effets néfastes des RPS. Les connaissances actuelles ne permettent pas […]

Wildfires are a complex and growing problem worldwide. In interior British Columbia, Canada, they are becoming larger, more frequent, and severe due to two centuries of settler land management and the impacts of climate change. Of the most affected by wildfire are rural Indigenous Peoples, as their communities are often surrounded by flammable forest and […]

This project seeks to understand the appropriateness and applicability of restorative justice processes in preventing and responding to situations of hate and radicalization to violence, with consideration for how restorative justice might complement existing de-radicalization/violence prevention and response programs, while also not causing further harm. Through a synthesis of existing literature, this research project will […]

The city of Oshawa has faced stigma related to challenges of vibrancy, safety, and cohesiveness, especially in its downtown core. There are a range of community development models that could aid in thinking about how to build community in this context (‘health’, ‘happiness’, ‘resilience’, ‘inclusion’, etc.). These models are valuable for inspiring ways of thinking […]

In partnership with donors and volunteers the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) continuously improves impact through cancer research, advocacy and support services. CCS’ goal is to provide the highest quality cancer information for all Canadians, promote cancer prevention, and provide targeted support to help people with cancer, their families and caregivers, cope. This project aims to […]

Township of Severn will work with Lakehead University to complete a detailed feasibility study, including community and stakeholder consultation, to determine the potential for a bequeathed waterfront property to be redeveloped as a centre for arts, culture, and heritage programming serving the residents and visitors in the Port Severn area.

Le recyclage des 4 millions de tonnes de déchets plastiques post-consommation produits chaque année est quasi-inexistant au Canada. Alors que les centres de traitement intermunicipaux sont capables de trier ces déchets, ils finissent en très grande partie enfouis faute de solution technique de recyclage mature et compétitive. L’ÉTS et ses partenaires souhaite créer un débouché […]

Using fossil fuels in building heating systems is greenhouse gas (GHG) intensive, leading to global warming. Ground-source heat pumps (GSHPs) are cleaner electric alternatives to fossil fuel systems. They utilize and transport heat from the ground to warm buildings. However, prolonged use of GSHPs can lead to a phenomenon known as thermal imbalance, which depletes […]

L’UQTR, cherchant à attirer davantage d’étudiants internationaux, évolue dans un environnement concurrentiel et veut se démarquer auprès des étudiants internationaux. À cette fin, en partenariat avec IDÉ Trois-Rivières, les deux établissements épauleront une personne stagiaire ayant pour mandat le recensement des outils et ressources actuelles. À la fin du projet, la personne stagiaire proposera une […]

To address climate change, sustainable growth, and biodiversity loss, Halifax needs to manage growth through the sustainable development of its urban, suburban and rural communities. To better understand challenges and opportunities, research is required to support the development of a policy framework for these areas. The proposed project will identify policy options for sustainable land […]

In a search for a better life and better education, people from across the globe move to live in Canada and, during this transition, require support at various levels. Rebuilding one’s life from the bottom up is not easy and people who are pursuing this major change are courageous, determined, or sometimes in dire need. […]

This project seeks to address new stormwater management and flood control measures by proposing a smart blue roof at Credit Valley Conservation’s (CVC) main office building. The blue roof system will temporarily capture rainwater using the roof as a storage reservoir and then allow the water to evaporate and/or to be used for non-potable requirements […]