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    • Home is Where the Heart is and Right now that is Nowhere: An Examination of Hidden Homelessness Among Aboriginal People's in Prairies Cities 

      Distasio, Jino; Sylvester, Gina; Mulligan, Susan
      This research examined hidden homelessness among Aboriginal persons in prairie cities. In particular, data were gathered in Winnipeg, Saskatoon and Regina that focused on better understanding the shelter circumstances of ...

    • Housing and Affordability: A snapshot of the Challenges and Successes for Winnipeg's African Community 

      Ervick-Knote, Holly; Garang, Ruben (2015-02-18)
      The purpose of this study was to examine the housing experiences and related challenges of settlement of African immigrants and refugees located in Winnipeg. This included immigrant and refugee perceptions of housing, the ...

    • Housing Distress in Winnipeg: Implications for Policy Programs and Services 

      Distasio, Jino; Dudley, Michael (2008-01-01)
      This is the Final Report of the research project “Structural Causes of Housing Distress in Winnipeg: Implications for Policy Programs and Services” undertaken by the Institute of Urban Studies on behalf of the National ...

    • Housing in the East Interlake: A Regional Perspective 

      Besner, Barbara; Wiseman, Kaeley; Powell, Daniel; Distasio, Jino (2009-01-01)
      In the fall of 2008, the Institute of Urban Studies was approached by Community Futures East Interlake to complete a report concerning housing issues in the East Interlake region. The purpose of the report was to examine ...

    • Housing Needs of Low Income People Living in Rural Areas 

      Carter, Tom (2002-01-01)
      Four reports investigating the housing needs of low income people. Preeceville Saskatchewan, Brooks Alberta, Russell Manitoba, and Coral Harbour Nunavut are presented as case studies.

    • IMTB Database Survey Final Report 

      Institute of Urban Studies (2001-02-15)
      This survey was undertaken to assess the computer capacity and current data collecting practices of Service Provider Organisations offering LINC, ISAP, HOST and RAP services in Saskatchewan and Alberta. The data collected ...

    • Literature Review on Issues and Needs of Aboriginal People 

      Carter, Tom
      This literature review identifies the needs, issues and service gaps facing Aboriginal people1 living in, or moving to, urban municipalities, and helps municipal governments develop strategies to address these needs, forge ...

    • The Mobility Needs and Transportation Issues of the Aging Population in Rural Manitoba 

      Sylvestre, Gina; Christopher, Gary; Snyder, Marcie (2006-01-01)
      The present investigation represents a preliminary analysis of the mobility issues encountered by the aging population of rural Manitoba. It has provided an opportunity to evaluate an issue that, although recognized as ...

    • Mobility Options for the Aging Population of Manitoba: An Action Plan for Regional Solutions 

      Sylvestre, Gina; Gaudry, Lesley; Christopher, Gary (2007-06-01)
      Safe mobility for older adults is a multifaceted and complex issue, and no single solution exists to address the needs of a diverse senior population. Solutions to improve transportation for seniors are impeded by a ...

    • Neighbourhoods Alive!: Community Outcomes Final Report 

      Distasio, Jino; Dudley, Michael; Johnson, Molly; Sargent, Kurt (2005-11-01)
      The following evaluation of the Neighbourhoods Alive! strategy was undertaken in 2005. Neighbourhood outcomes—or present conditions in Neighbourhoods Alive! neighbourhoods as expressed in both quantitative and qualitative ...

    • Observer-Rated Housing Quality Scale (OHQS) 

      Institute of Urban Studies (Institute of Urban Studies, 2015-12-03)
      In partnership with the West Broadway Community Organization, the Institute of Urban Studies is proud to launch the Observer-Rated Housing Quality Scale (OHQS) - Rooming house and Single Room Occupancy Hotel Edition. This ...

    • Peguis First Nations TLE Selection. Acquisition and Development Background Report and Strategic Framework 

      Distasio, Jino; Dudley, Michael; McCullough, Scott (2011-12-20)
      This report sets out a framework on which Peguis First Nation can build their land acquisition strategy. The purpose of the framework will be to provide the conceptual and analytical tools the TLE Advisory Committee needs ...

    • Portage la Prairie Social Planning Initiative: Phase One Report 

      Distasio, Jino; Besner, Barb; Dudley, Michael; Kliewar, Karin; Ladd, Art; Mulligan, Susan; Powell, Dan; Wiseman, Kaeley; Warkentin, Joshua (Institute of Urban Studies, 2009-08-01)
      The Institute of Urban Studies (IUS), in partnership with the Portage Community Network (PCN), undertook a public engagement process to produce a social planning framework for the city of Portage la Prairie. This report ...

    • Provincial and Territorial Interests in Land Use Planning and Development 

      Carter, Tom; Distasio, Jino; Bruce, D.; Wame, C. (2002-11-01)
      Land use planning in Canada is in the process of undergoing a radical shift as legislation, much of which dates from the 1980s or even the 1970s, is less and less able to cope with the increasing complexity of land use ...

    • Resource Toolkit for Supporting Older Drivers in the Community: Promoting Safety, Independence and Well-Being 

      Cardona Claros, Karina; Wiebe, Alan; Sylvestre, Gina (2010-01-01)
      This toolkit is a comprehensive document that will open readers up to the wealth of resources and opportunities available to mature drivers, their families/loved ones, health professionals and community members. With ...

    • Rooming Houses Community Update 

      Unknown author (Institute of Urban Studies, 2015-11-03)
      In May 2014, five concerned organizations partnered to talk about the state of Rooming Houses in Winnipeg's Inner-City. Together we released two reports: Winnipeg's Vanishing Rooming Houses and Rooming Houses to Rooming ...

    • "Scoping" Research On Issues For Municipal Governments And Aboriginal People Living Within Their Boundaries 

      Carter, Tom
      The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) initiated this study in an effort to understand how municipal governments are implicated in programs and services for Aboriginal people living within their boundaries. This ...

    • Senior-Friendly Public Transportation in Winnipeg: Towards a Comprehensive Strategy 

      Claros, Karina Cardona; Powell, Daniel; Carpenter, Lydia; Ladd, Arthur; Sylvestre, Gina (2014-10-16)
      Healthy aging requires a safe and convenient method of connecting to life outside of the home. Public transportation can fulfill this essential role in assisting people to conduct both instrumental activities of daily ...

    • Steinbach Public Transportation Study 

      Distasio, Jino; Dudley, Michael; Christopher, Gary (2006-01-01)
      This document constitutes the final report for the Steinbach Transportation Project Steering Committee (STPSC). This report includes a demographic profile of Steinbach; a literature review dealing with many of the relevant ...

    • Sustainable Churchill Discussion Paper 

      Distasio, Jino; Dudley, Michael; Mulligan, Susan; Town of Churchill Local Steering Committee (2009-08-24)
      This Discussion Paper introduces the Sustainable Churchill initiative between the Town of Churchill and the University of Winnipeg. It provides an overview of major concepts, including what is meant by community sustainability, ...