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In and Against the System: with Dr. Carolyn Whitzman
Housing expert Dr. Carolyn Whitzman speaks with Dr. Bita Jamalpour, Senior Development Planner and equity-focused practitioner, about the challenges of working “in and against the system,” the roots of exclusion in planning, the limits of zoning, and the structural shifts needed for Canadian cities to rebuild around dignity, belonging, and the public good.
Sleeping Rough: A Gendered Reality
While rarely the face of Canada's homeless crisis, many women experience homelessness. The lived experiences of women who sleep rough differs significantly from those of men. On top of challenges of obtaining basic necessities, women who are unsheltered must also deal with gendered obstacles such as menstruation, threats of violence, and pregnancy.
The Feminist Case to Stop the Sprawl
Building dense, affordable, and sustainable communities within the existing urban boundaries is key to addressing inequalities and reducing emissions in Canadian cities.
Sustainable Cities are Feminist Cities
Feminist interventions for housing, transportation, and green infrastructure provide great promise for emission reductions, all while addressing inequalities and making cities more livable for everyone.