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Multiculturalism In Toronto A Review Of The Rise Of The Unmeltable Ethnics

Year: 1972

Summary: Reviews book The Rise of the Unmeltable Ethnics (1972), by Michael Novak, and explores implications for Toronto.

Report On Leisure Time Patterns For Apartment Dwellers In The City Of London

Year: 1975

Summary: Comprehensive survey of leisure activities and priorities among apartment dwellers in London, Ontario.

Street Prostitution In Our Cities

Year: 1983

Summary: Identifies the problems and reasons for the increase in complaints about street prostitution.

Simply Because We Are At War We Must Not Stop Thinking About Our Pressing Local Problems

Year: 1914

Summary: Local problems have increased as a result of WWI; the issue of unemployment and soldiers' dependants should be addressed by provincial or municipal government.

Control Of Urban Growth

Year: 1974

Summary: Discusses urban growth as a problem for prosperity, how it has been tackled in Canada, the US and Europe, and what Toronto should do next.

Where Are Toronto And Its Metropolitan Area Heading?

Year: 1945

Summary: Highlights trends in Toronto's population and growth. Notes that the suburban population has more than doubled since 1926. Outlines the need for proper planning to better accomodate population growth. Notes that the assessed value of land in Toronto has been steadily decreasing. Suggests that there seems to be no good reason why the greater Toronto area should need more than one local government, though the lack of unitary government may be down to a lack of imagination. Concludes that in the meantime, a borough system may be better than no system at all.

Industrial Development: The Municipal Role

Year: 1982

Summary: Illustrates how municipalities are being forced to adjust their approach to to economic development.

The Smoke Evil

Year: 1946

Summary: Highlights the deleterious effects of poor air quality and pollution from coal-burning in industry. These effects include damage to stone, paint, buildings, clothing, plant life, and human health. Calls upon the mayor and city council to pass a by-law for smoke abatement.

Growing Pains Of Large Urban Communities

Year: 1931

Summary: Highlights some of the features and issues that Vancouver has faced in light of rapid growth, urbanization and development of suburbs.

Disappearing Farmland: So What?

Year: 1977

Summary: Discusses the implications of the reduction of land used for farming and the possible policies that can be used in order to retain agricultural land and food independence.

Legislative Attempts To Control Urban Growth In Canada

Year: 1976

Summary: Examines actions taken by various municipalities across Canada to manage urban growth.

The Young Street Pedestrian Mall Good Environment Equals Good Business

Year: 1971

Summary: Outlines successes and failures of the Yonge Street pedestrian mall, which was built in cooperation between merchants and the city

School Vandalism: An Emerging Concern

Year: 1977

Summary: School vandalism should be dealt with through standardized definitions and damage reports, increased awareness of social and financial costs, and allayed fears of police involvement.

The Development Of "Urban Indicators"

Year: 1968

Summary: This news brief represents an attempt to develop Ontario-wide indicators for levels of urbanization.

Landlord-Tenant Relationships: Time For Another Look

Year: 1971

Summary: Examines The Landlord and Tenant Amendment Act, 1968-69; the bulletin suggests additional changes that would protect the interests of tenants.

An Address By Honorable William G. Newman Minister Of Agriculture And Food Bureau Of Municipal Research Spring Conference

Year: 1977

Summary: Speech by William G. Newman, minister of agriculture, at the Bureau of Municipal Research Spring 1977 conference regarding the need for long-range planning in agriculture - including designating land specifically for agriculture in the face of urbanization.

Special Bulletin: Address Of Mr. R. C. Berkinshaw, President, Citizens' Research Institute Of Canada At Combined Annual Meetings Of Toronto Bureau Of Municipal Research And Citizens Research Institute

Year: 1943

Summary: Text of speech by President of the Citizens' Research Institute of Canada. Stresses the need for independent research agencies in the realm of public affairs, the need for financial controls, and what problems and issues need to be considered at the end of the war.

Open Letter: Is There A Middle Road? Must Either Inflation Or Controls Distort Canada's Economic Expansion

Year: 1957

Summary: A speech about the financial state of Canada and its priorities.

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