Prairie weather unseasonably warm
…problems for many northern communities, where ice roads are not even close to being completed. Communities may have to rely on food and other stables being flown in at great…
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Our blog delivers provocative commentary on public issues that shape our daily lives. Contributors offer policy solutions and commentary on a range of issues, including economic transition, the broad impact…
Cambridge Ontario goes for the gold
…will result in much lower energy costs. It takes only between 3-5 years to gain back the extra costs. Councillor Pam Wolf believes “Advertising our community as a gold community…
Going Local: Inspirational Stories of Local Government and Local Economy in BC
…of life in their communities. As communities face the future, local government leaders are asking themselves what they can do to protect and strengthen their local economies. This publication provides…
BC municipalities worry CETA will impact their buy-local policies
The buy local movement is picking up steam in BC. Local procurement policies are viewed as a way to strengthen communities, both economically and socially. These policies could be undone,…
2012 Green Jobs BC Conference: Good Jobs for a Green Future
The conference will bring together 200-300 British Columbians from across the Labour and Environmental movements, as well business, First Nations, community, government, and other sectors interested in building a strong…
Faced with declining enrollment Toronto School Board may have to close 171 schools
…kids have increasingly complex needs and we could be putting in mental health centres, health centres and programs for seniors” to better serve communities. Read more in the Toronto Star. …
Electricity bills in Ontario set to rise $300 a year by the end of 2011
…come by 2012. These increased rates will stem from new wind, solar and biomass energy projects that are expected to provide cleaner air and a new economic future. BEC Green…
2017 Home for Good: Building the Secure, Affordable Rental Stock We Need
Out of control housing costs for both ownership and rental aren’t just a Greater Vancouver phenomenon. Many B.C. and Canadian communities are experiencing a worsening, wickedly complex housing crisis that…
Home CETA: A hot topic at gathering of municipal leaders
…The Centre for Civic Governance comissioned a briefing from the CCPA’s Scott Sinclair on municipal procurement. It was presented at a dialogue session held during FCM. “Municipal leaders at the…
Vancouver 2020: A Bright Green Future
…community that unites short and long term economic, social and environmental well-being, thereby enhancing the quality of life for current and future citizens. The report, which was written by the…
Most of Us Public Engagement Campaign
…a communication platform for voices to create healthier and more representative conversations. The “Most of Us” campaign is part of the Ivey Foundation’s nationwide initiative called “The Climate Change Communications…