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In the world of planning
UBC MEL on the impact of the pandemic on urban planning
The COVID-19 pandemic brought renewed attention to cities in general and neighbourhoods in particular, encouraging urban planners and others to think in new ways about the factors that enhance a community’s safety, livability, and sustainability.
March 11, 2024
Academics and Student Development
Applications open for Elizabeth Henry Scholarship for Communities and Environmental Health
For research projects in partnership with one or more Indigenous and/or non-Indigenous BC communities addressing air quality, environmental health and/or promoting environmental sustainability through cooperative initiatives. Apply by May 10, 2024.
March 4, 2024
Academics and Student Development
Volunteer opportunity as a CJUR Reviewer
The Canadian Journal of Undergraduate Research seeks grad students and researchers to join their review board. Reviewers will have the opportunity to give feedback on student submissions and help in deciding whether a submission moves to publication.
March 4, 2024
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CAPACity Newsletter
CAPACity UBC is a student-led initiative that aims to bring together undergraduate students interested in urban planning and its various branches.
March 4, 2024
In the world of planning
Emilie Adin on impacts of current planner scarcity
Cities and towns don't have enough planners to move the needle on B.C.'s ambitious housing target, experts say (including PIBC president Emilie Adin, remembered fondly for her classes here at SCARP)
February 26, 2024
In the world of planning
East Van Cohousing offers community-oriented vision
Media mentioned a study co-authored by faculty of medicine researchers which found that 43 per cent of lower mainland residents report low or very low sense of community belonging.
February 20, 2024
In the world of planning
How to conduct scientific research with Indigenous Peoples and Lands in a good way
In the name of “research,” science has often harmed Indigenous Peoples around the world. This Q&A outlines four essential elements for conducting ecological research with and for Indigenous Peoples and Lands in a good way.
February 20, 2024
In the world of planning
SCARP PhD student on services shortage for Vancouver's Chinese seniors
SCARP PhD candidate Louisa-May Khoo on her report showing significant shortage of affordable and culturally appropriate housing for seniors in Chinatown, and newly identified sites for potential solutions
February 13, 2024
In the world of planning
UBC Sala Prof. Susan Herrington on creating nature-based childcare spaces
UBC architecture and landscape architecture professor Susan Herrington, and student Jennifer Richards spoke about the potential benefits of locating childcare play spaces on public sites.
January 24, 2024
Announcements and updates
Sign up for UBC Sustainability Hub's photography project
A photography project where participants consider biodiversity, resilient communities, circular economy, or climate with a photography prompt. Includes a workshop, networking, and your work exhibited. Apply by Feb. 5.
January 24, 2024