Is local democracy in the way of affordable housing?
Our province has recently enacted major housing legislation that dramatically changes the powers of city councils, city planning officials, and citizens while altering the future practices of architects, landscape architects, […]
Stop the Sweeps: Climate Justice & Caring for Our Unhoused Neighbours
Join the UBC Climate Hub on Jan 23 @ 5:00-7:30 PM in the Centre for Interactive Research on Sustainability (BC Hydro Theatre) for a free screening of the documentary Stop […]
Oppenheimer Park Extreme Heat Pop-Up
Are you a resident of the Downtown Eastside and interested in engaging in climate change-related activities to help work towards a more just climate policy? Join the UBC Climate Action […]
Bakerview: A Place for You
Are you a resident of South Surrey and interested in providing feedback on how to make Bakerview Park more inclusive, accessible and climate resilient? Join the UBC Climate Action Mobilizers, […]
Housing Assessment Resource Tools Launch
Concerned about the housing crisis? The Housing Assessment Resource Tools is a nationwide housing research project that could transform the face of housing policy in Canada for the years to […]
How Local Governments Create Climate Policy and How You Can Help
How can students play a role in critical climate policy development in the Vancouver area? In this moderated conversation we will explore the policy being developed by local governments to […]
BC Votes: What Happens Next?
Join a panel of UBC Political Science faculty and alumni as we break down the results of the province’s municipal elections and their consequences for future policy and the future of local government.