Edmonton Social Planning Council

Category: **Resources: Urban Issues

  • Responses to the Alberta Social Policy Framework Discussion Questions

    The Edmonton Social Planning Council (ESPC) welcomes the opportunity to provide these initial responses to the Policy Framework for Alberta Discussion Guide. These responses are based on our organization’s long track record of addressing and proposing solutions to poverty and low income challenges.

    Given the very short timeframe in responding to the Discussion Guide, these responses are not intended to be definitive or address all of the areas that will be encompassed by the framework. Our responses focus mainly on the economic dimensions of poverty and low income. Our intent is to focus on practical and affordable solutions that will make a meaningful contribution to poverty reduction in our province.

    B. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/ESPC Response to Alberta Social Policy Framework.pdf

  • 2011 Social Outlook 2010-2015

     

    Title:Calgary & region social outlook
    Corporate Author: City of Calgary
    Subject:Urban issues – planning, policy|split|Statistics – Alberta
    Publisher:City of Calgary
    Place of Publication:Calgary
    Date of Publication:2011
    Abstract:

    The Social Outlook is a short-term forecast aimed at assisting readers to understand and adapt to change inside and outside of Calgary, provides valuable assistance for planning/budgeting at both the City and community levels and is a vital preparatory series that supports City Council during its budget adjustment process. It also helps inform Council on decisions that impact the local community.

    Language:English
    Material Type:Report

    E. URBAN ISSUES/E.03 TRENDS/2011 social_outlook_2010_2015.pdf

  • 2010 Sustainable City

    Title:What is a sustainable city?
    Author(s):Heinberg, Richard
    Place of Publication:Edmonton
    Date of Publication:2010
    Abstract:

    This Discussion Paper begins by recalling the history of the term sustainability, showing how it serves to focus our vital public interest in enhancing our society’s long-term prospects for survival and maintenance. The Paper surveys the broad and growing literature on the subject, identifying five “axioms of sustainability,” and offers a set of working definitions and criteria that the City of Edmonton can use in its decision-making processes. It also lists some examples of policies and best practices that might help guide the City to avoid pitfalls—in terms of reliance on unreliable and environmentally damaging resource streams—that could otherwise lead to economic and environmental decline. These examples suggest there are many things that Edmonton can do to move in the direction of long-term sustainability while also improving citizens’ lives in the short term.

    Language:English
    Series:The Edmonton Sustainability Papers – Discussion Paper 1
     Material Type:Report

    E. URBAN ISSUES/E.01 PLANNING/2010 sustainable_city.pdf

  • 2010 Walk Edmonton Toolkit

    Title:Walkable Edmonton toolkit
    Corporate Author: City of Edmonton
    Walkable Edmonton
    Subject:City of Edmonton – neighbourhood planning
    Publisher:City of Edmonton
    Place of Publication:Edmonton
    Date of Publication:2010
    Table Of Contents:

    Introduction . 1 Design for Walkability . 5 Key Ingredients In Walkable Design. 7 Successes In Walkable Design. 13 Resources For Walkable Design . 15 Advocating for Walkability. 17 Ten Steps to Walkability. 18 Edmonton Success Stories. 21 Advice From Advocates . 22 Advocacy Resources. 24 Civic Support for Walkability. 27 Success Story. 32 Cycling Edmonton. 33 Cycling Resources. 35 Destinations. 37 Art Walks. 39 Heritage Walks. 41 Guided Tours & Events. 43 Walking, Running, Cycling Trails . 45 Scenic Walks Beyond Edmonton. 49 Group Ventures. 53 Finding Buddies . 54 Forming A Club. 56 Existing Groups In Edmonton . 57 Organized Events. 61 Workplace Walking . 63 Group Ventures Around The World. 65 Let’s Walk to School!. 67 School Successes & Resources . 68 Tools & Resources. 71 Walkability Audit . 75 Walkability Resources . 78 Toolkit Evaluation . 85

    Language:English
     
    Material Type:Report

    E. URBAN ISSUES/E.01 PLANNING/2010 WalkableEdmontonToolkit.pdf

  • 2010 Walk Edmonton Report

    Title:Walk Edmonton: steps to a walkable city.
    Corporate Author: City of Edmonton
    Walkable Edmonton
    Alberta Health Services
    Subject:City of Edmonton – neighbourhood planning
    Publisher:City of Edmonton
    Place of Publication:Edmonton
    Date of Publication:2010
    Language:English
     
    Material Type:Report

    E. URBAN ISSUES/E.01 PLANNING/2010 WalkEdmontonReport.pdf

  • 2010 RHE Downtown Survey Results

    Title:Downtown night-time economy survey results
    Author(s):Davies, Cindy
    Corporate Author: City of Edmonton. Responsible Hospitality Edmonton
    Subject:City of Edmonton – downtown area redevelopment
    Publisher:City of Edmonton. Responsible Hospitality Edmonton
    Place of Publication:Edmonton
    Date of Publication:2010
    Abstract:

    Survey results collected in July, 2010

    Language:English
    Material Type:Other

    E. URBAN ISSUES/E.01 PLANNING/2010 RHE-Downtown-Survey-Results.pdf