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    • Churchill Sustainability Planning Framework (CSPF) 

      Distasio, Jino; Dudley, Michael; Moradzadeh, Fereshteh (Institute of Urban Studies, 2011-02)
      e current report is the Churchill Sustainability Planning Framework (CSPF) which sets out the Vision, Values and Priorities for making Churchill a more sustainable community, and provides a “toolkit” for moving these ...
    • The Divided Prairie City: Income Inequality Among Winnipeg's Neighbourhoods, 1970-2010 

      Distasio, Jino; Kaufman, Andrew; Carter, Tom; Galston, Robert; Leeson-Klym, Sarah; Leo, Christopher; Maunder, Mike; Lorch, Brian; Peters, Evelyn; Reimer, Brendan; Sandhurst, Martin; Sylvestre, Gina (2015-05-20)
      This book brings twelve experts on Winnipeg to talk about the people, places, and spaces, impacted by a growing gap between rich and poor neighbourhoods. We add a geographic perspective to the recent conversations about ...
    • Downtown Winnipeg Pedestrian Intercept Study 

      Lorch, Brian (2005-01-01)
      This report presents the results of a survey of pedestrians in downtown Winnipeg undertaken by the Winnipeg Downtown Biz in March / April 2005. The purpose of the survey was to develop a demographic and socio-economic ...
    • Downtown Winnipeg: Demographics, Population Density, and Grocery Store Locations 

      Werner, Adrian; McCullough, Scott (2013-03-03)
      This map presents an overview of demographics and population density and compares it to the location of downtown grocery stores.
    • The Downtown Workers Survey 2008 

      Institute of Urban Studies; Downtown Winnipeg Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) (2009-01-01)
      This report outlines the habits and perceptions of downtown workers. It's aim is to assist current downtown businesses to grow and better market themselves, while also attracting new businesses opportunities to the downtown.
    • Engaging Older Manitobans in Active Lifestyles: A Plan for Action 

      Sylvestre, Gina; Gaudry, Lesley (2008-01-01)
      The goal of this post-event report was to propose a framework for the development of an action plan to address the issue of social isolation amongst older adults in Manitoba. The strategies presented here were based ...
    • Enhancing Delivery Models and New Partnerships 

      Polevychok, Mechyslava; Carter, Tom
      Recent years have witnessed a shift in the nature of models to deliver housing and support services for low income and marginalized groups in society. This shift has been prompted in part by a change in the role governments ...
    • Final Report: First Nations/Metis/Inuit Mobility Study 

      Distasio, Jino; Sylvester, Gina; Jaccubucci, Christa; Sargent, Kurt; Mulligan, Susan
      The First Nations/Métis/Inuit Mobility Study examines the mobility patterns of Aboriginal persons moving into the city of Winnipeg. The intent is to interview the same persons, over successive periods, in order to examine ...
    • Guidelines for Federal Policy Priorities in Urban Areas 

      Institute of Urban Studies (2001-01-30)
      This report presents a number of guidelines and principles that could serve as a basis for reviewing federal policy priorities in urban areas with a particular focus on Winnipeg. It combines research undertaken during past ...
    • 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 ...
    • 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 ...