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…the 2015 federal election, the current governing party’s platform included a commitment to use the federal borrowing power to support municipalities in new projects such as providing water, sewer and…
The Frontier Centre has recently raved about the values of Alberta’s primarily commercial-based childcare system, while contrasting it against Manitoba’s and Saskatchewan’s not-for-profit systems. Some have criticized this judgement, arguing…
The City of Vancouver chose Earth Day to launch its new curbside composting program. As of today residents can pitch fruit and vegetable food scraps in their yard waste bins….
…communities. It includes 10 case studies that show how bicycle programs, intercommunity transit, carpooling, car-sharing and parking strategies are successfully implemented in communities in B.C. Find the full toolkit here….
The Centre for Civic Governance has been tracking developments in the Canadian European Comprehensive Trade Agreement and in particular potential impacts on municipalities. Our latest Trade and Policy Update provides…
Top Asks for Climate Action: Ramping Up Low Carbon Communities highlights how Canada can ramp up climate action by empowering low carbon communities. The study pinpoints the measures local governments…
…city’s four commuity gardens. The region has recently seen a surge in the popularity of community gardening, city farms, and food security. Read the full story in The Vancouver Sun….
Bill 28, Local Government (Green Communities) Statutes Amendments Act will require local governments to set GHG reduction targets in their Official Community Plans and Regional Growth Strategies. Read the backgrounder…
Unlimited Vision: Ideas for Building Inclusive Sustainable Communities is a “best of” collection of stories featuring courageous leadership, community building and legislative tools in action. You will find proven leadership…
On July 14, 2008 Port Coquitlam launched its composting program. Single-family homes are being asked to divert vegetable peels, coffee grounds, and fresh fruit scraps from the garbage to their…
…housing, neighbourhood beautification and increasing community and school programs for youth. Surrey’s innovative crime reduction program is the result of “community partnerships, innovative programs and public involvement.” Read more on…
…by building green schools; community-wide composting, implementing ethical sourcing and other leading-edge policies; and using sustainability frameworks to guide community decision making We’ve gathered presentations on these topics and more…