Upcoming Events

SEDRD is hosting an Introductory GIS for the Planning Profession workshop on April 15th, organized by Prof. Mollie Kuchma, Professor in Rural Planning and Development. Summary of some of the topics that will be covered includes:  What is GIS How GIS is used in practice Key concepts and terminology ...

Sarah Douglas, a MSc candidate in the Capacity Development and Extension program in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, will defend their thesis on “Motivations and Experiences in Southern Ontario Field-Grown Specialty Cut-Flower Growers." Examination Committee: Derya Tarhan, Advisor – SEDRD Silvia Sarapura, Committee Member - SEDRD Ricardo Ramirez, External Examination Member – SEDRD Nicolas Brunet, Chair...

The Ontario Professional Planners Institute invites you to an upcoming panel discussion designed specifically for rural planning and development students interested in pursuing a career in planning. Planners Who Hire Planners This session brings together experienced planning professionals who are actively involved in hiring and mentoring early-career planners. The OPPI panelists will share candid insights into what they look for in...

Elizabeth Goguen, an MSc student in Capacity Development and Extension in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, will defend their thesis on “Repurposing for Equity: Affordable Housing in Reimagined Spaces on Barton Street East in the City of Hamilton.” Examination Committee: Helen Hambly, Advisor - SEDRD Derya Tarhan, Committee Member - SEDRD Mollie Kuchma, External Examination Member – SEDRD Ataharul Chowdhury, Chair of Examination...