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Housing & Social Services
Study
Affordable housing is not just a big city problem
58 per cent of people living in Atlantic Canadian cities report that their neighbourhood is less affordable compared to five to 10 years ago.
Article
Remote communities are turning to renewable energy systems
Communities pivot away from fossil fuels for heat and electricity generation.
Opinion
Tech - Yes, Tech - Can Solve The Root Issues Of Homelessness
Apps and digital platforms have solved everything from how we hail rides to find dates. It can also be leveraged to address root causes of homelessness. Here are some solutions working today.
Insight
Could co-operative housing be a solution for greener, sustainable living?
See examples of co-operative, intentional living working in urban and rural communities.
Article
A proven way to end homelessness in Canada
5 Canadian cities test the emerging Housing First model and help over 1,000 people move into safe, stable and affordable housing, with many remaining a decade later.
Opinion
We Need a New Deal for Affordable Housing
The current crisis makes it clear - if there was ever a moment to seize in advocating for the building of more affordable housing, this is it.
Opinion
Let’s Fill Our Cities With Taller, Wooden Buildings
Planting trees to ponder carbon dioxide is a known strategy, could the next step be wooden buildings ?
Opinion
Indigenous Architecture in Canada: A Step Towards Reconciliation
Using architecture as a tool for reconciliation could lead to social change when engaging in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission calls to action.
Article
5 design trends that will shape future cityscapes
A new Gensler report anticipates how urban challenges like climate change, health care and airport traffic will influence future city designs.
Opinion
Can a city solve homelessness with an app?
As cities deploy community-facing apps to alleviate homelessness, questions linger around who the tech is intended to benefit.
Opinion
Emotional response to city design could guide urban planning
Scenario-testing models are being built to help urban planners and architects to see the impact of their designs.
Presentation
The ‘parasitic’ homes that could change cities
As urban centres face housing shortages and skyrocketing prices, parasitic structures could open the door to a whole new way of living in cities.
Article
Indigenous Homes Innovation Initiative
The Indigenous Homes Innovation Initiative is based on the idea that the best solutions come from those who live the problem every day. The Initiative aims to tap into this understanding and inspire Indigenous peoples to propose and develop effective solutions.
Opinion
Low-tech solutions to smart city challenges: Addressing social isolation in our cities
Social isolation is a growing challenge with real economic impacts. It is even linked to higher rates of mortality – about the equivalent of smoking 15 cigarettes a day.
