CRC News Archive

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Royal Roads University Canada Research Chair on Sustainable Community Development (CRC) and Sustainable Solutions Group (SSG) has just published a policy paper on effective implementation of sustainable development at the municipal level.

The CRC YouTube channel will be posting an original monthly, and the first of this series is on display!  This video features Stephen Huddart, the President of the McConnell Foundation discussing the importance of social innovation in creating healthy communities.

This is a good day to check out e-Dialogue conversations as the dialogue for the other June session is now available! Our e-Dialogue that reviewed the past five years of the CRC Research Program and projected plans for the next five years of research can now be downloaded from the website. Check out the complete conversation posted on the e-Dialogues Archives webpage.

The full conversation for the e-Dialogue on Leadership Energy and Environmental Design - Neighbourhood Development (LEED-ND) is now available online.  This e-Dialogue involved professionals in community development and design, and it is rich with fascinating insight on the benefits and challenges of creating a rating system for sustainable community development. Check out out the LEED-ND e-Dialogue webpage where you can download the dialogue.

A new case study on Mountain Equipment Coop examines a business model that is based on cooperation rather than competition. The study examines how MEC has maintained a prolific and successful business profile in the Canadian market while addressing social, environmental, and economic sustainability issues in their business model.

A new case study on Portland, Oregon examines the importance of investing in education and finding leaders and experts in their specific fields who can be community advocates, building strong community support for the city’s initiatives.

Please come share your thoughts and view in response to the strategic questions at the end of the case.

A new case study on Copenhagen, Denmark examines the city's comprehensive long-term planning and regulations around climate change, and their innovative leadership in several areas including wind energy, district heating, and bicycle transportation.

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A new case study on Malmö, Sweden examines the city’s sustainable urban development initiatives and climate change strategies. This case highlights how Swedish municipalities are uniquely designed to meet the needs of their communities when they have access to the necessary funding and political support for local projects.

Please come share your thoughts and views in response to the strategic questions at the end of the case.