Sep 21, 2023 | Community Planning, Housing
Many communities wonder about the benefits and administrative requirements of setting up a municipal housing organization. They also have questions about coming legislation requiring all municipalities to allow secondary suites and increased density in residential...
Sep 21, 2023 | Reconciliation, Tourism
An ongoing journey to restore and uphold right relations The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) report defines reconciliation as, “an ongoing process of establishing and maintaining respectful relationships.” That reconciliation requires a commitment...
Sep 15, 2023 | Engagement, Facilitation
Community or public engagement is an essential part of most successful planning projects or decision-making initiatives. When it comes to hot topics that are polarizing, leading community engagement can be especially challenging. Here are some best practices that can...
Sep 14, 2023 | Equity, Organizatons
Where is your organization at on its anti-racism, equity, diversity, & inclusion journey? Anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusion (AR-EDI) (see also EDI, JEDI, or DEI) are essential principles of fair, just, and thriving societies. They are necessary to...
Jun 6, 2023 | Community Planning, Funding
The Popsicle Test While there are many ways to measure the safety and walkability of a neighbourhood the “popsicle test” beats the heat every time. If you haven’t heard of it, the “popsicle test” is a personal assessment of whether an 8-year-old child can walk a few...
