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Teaching Local Government: A Responsibility Of The Educational System

Year: 1978

Summary: Evaluates instruction on local government in Ontario secondary schools. Includes summaries of workshops held around the province to gain a better understanding of how to improve instruction.

The News Media And Local Government

Year: 1976

Summary: Folder and programme from Bureau of Municipal Research Spring 1976 Conference on the media and local government. Discussion topics include the media's role and responsibilities in covering local government, local events, and how to improve the quality of local government news reporting.

Bureau Of Municipal Research Interim Activity Report

Year: 1975

Summary: An interim report on the activities of the Bureau of Municipal Research - sent to members. A list of studies and reports published in 1975-6 is included. Study topics include fire prevention, metropolitan government, waste management, citizen participation in metro Toronto, leisure habits of London apartment dwellers and civic education in schools.

Citizen Participation In Metro Toronto: Climate For Cooperation?

Year: 1974

Summary: Study of citizen participation, with a focus on on citizen groups whose chief concern is local government decisions about the physical environment.

Neighbourhood Participation In Local Government: A Study Of The City Of Toronto

Year: 1970

Summary: Reviews causes of neighbourhood-city conflict, and examines how ratepayers and resident associations in the city interact with elected representatives. Argues for increased participation of neighbourhood groups in local policy making.

Bulletin: A Positive Approach To Urban Renewal

Year: 1962

Summary: Advocates a positive approach to urban renewal, with emphasis on conservation of property, public action, and rehabilitation.

Twenty Two Years Of Community Service 1914-1936

Year: 1936

Summary: Outlines the Bureau's mission statement and achievements from 1914-1936. Brief summary of the Bureau's influence on policy as well as praise from Bureau publication subscribers.

Toronto At A Glance 1932

Year: 1932

Summary: A reference guide to Toronto. Details local government, municipal services and community activities. Meant to inform local residents, as well as attract visitors and industry to the city of Toronto.

This Is The Toronto Bureau Of Municipal Research Speaking On "A Fly's Eye View Of Toronto"

Year: 1931

Summary: The problems of the modern city are more complex than those of a hundred years ago. City leadership must focus on continuous civic planning, and avoid short-sightedness.

Toronto At A Glance 1931

Year: 1931

Summary: A reference guide to Toronto. Details local government, municipal services and community activities. Meant to inform local residents, as well as attract visitors and industry to the city of Toronto.

Toronto At A Glance 1930

Year: 1930

Summary: A reference guide to Toronto. Details local government, municipal services and community activities. Meant to inform local residents, as well as attract visitors and industry to the city of Toronto.

Toronto At A Glance 1929

Year: 1929

Summary: A reference guide to Toronto. Details local government, municipal services and community activities. Meant to inform local residents, as well as attract visitors and industry to the city of Toronto.

Thirteenth Annual Report Of The Toronto Bureau Of Municipal Research

Year: 1927

Summary: A summary of the work done by the Bureau of Municipal Research for the year ending 1927. Work included public addresses, and a campaign to increase voters. The Bureau also suggested cutting the size of city council and the board of education. The city council and civic service appointments are outlined. Bureau publications are listed. Bureau expenditures and subscribers at end.

Twelfth Annual Report Of The Toronto Bureau Of Municipal Research

Year: 1926

Summary: A summary of the work done by the Bureau of Municipal Research for the year ending 1926. Work included: an office move, public addresses, various publications, and a campaign to increase voters. Improvements for efficiency in local government are made in the areas of policy-making, taxation and capital expenditures. Bureau expenditures and subscribers at end.

Twelve Years Of Community Service

Year: 1926

Summary: A summary of publications and achievements of the Bureau of Municipal Research from 1914-1926. Outlines Bureau mission statement and long-term goals to influence public policy. Detailed listing of Bureau publications and subscribers.

Eleventh Annual Report Of The Toronto Bureau Of Municipal Research

Year: 1925

Summary: A summary of the work done by the Bureau of Municipal Research for the year ending 1925. Work included community engagement, public debates and addresses, and publishing various bulletins. Civic government accomplishments and the city budget and taxes are outlined. Other steps to advance efficiency and economy are discussed. Bureau expenditures and subscribers at the end.

Tenth Annual Report Of The Toronto Bureau Of Municipal Research

Year: 1924

Summary: A summary of work done by the Bureau of Municipal Research for the year ending 1924. Work included a survey of community life and citizen engagement. Accomplishments of the Civic government are highlighted. Reduction of taxes and the board of education are discussed. Future goals are outlined. Bureau expenditures and subscribers at end.

Eighth Annual Report Of The Toronto Bureau Of Municipal Research

Year: 1922

Summary: A summary of work done by the Bureau of Municipal Research for the year ending 1922. Work included surveys of nursing, schools, churches, child care, and welfare. Bureau expenditures and subscribers at end.

Education, Transportation, Public Health, Protection Of Persons And Property, And Every Other Phase Of Civic Betterment Are The Business Of Every Citizen

Year: 1922

Summary: Encouraging use of the suggestion box run by the bureau; citizens can inform the bureau of local infrastructure problems and/ or other matters of local interest.

The Toronto Bureau Of Municipal Research 1914-1922 Eight Years Of Service To The Community

Year: 1922

Summary: A summary of publications and achievements of the Bureau of Municipal Research from 1914-1922, including adoption of Bureau policy recommendations

Will 1921 Be A New Year In Civic Administration

Year: 1921

Summary: Suggests potential "New Year's Resolutions" for members of council or board of education, and citizens.

Education In Citizenship - Story No. 2: The Making Of Citizens Through The Home, Through The School, Through The Community At Large

Year: 1919

Summary: Responses to Education in Citizenship Story No. 1 - Helping Citizens to Grow. Focuses on the cultivation of good citizenship at home, school, and in the community at large.

Education In Citizenship Story No. 1 - Helping Citizens To Grow

Year: 1919

Summary: Call for submission of ideas about Citizenship and Education to the Bureau of Municipal Research.

Engagement

Year: 1919

Summary: Citizens are encouraged to write suggestions regarding civic services on attached cards, and submit them to the Bureau of Municipal Research for investigation.

The Bureau Of Municipal Research: An Opportunity For Practical Citizenship

Year: 1919

Summary: An outline of the Bureau of Municipal Research's mandate, mission statement, list of publications, long-term goals, and accolades from publication subscribers.

Help-Your-City-Suggestion-Box

Year: 1918

Summary: Citizens are encouraged to write suggestions regarding civic services on attached cards, and submit them to the Bureau of Municipal Research for investigation.

Federation Of Philanthropists Is No New Idea For Toronto

Year: 1917

Summary: This publication suggests a federation of Toronto philanthropic organizations, which would incorporate the nine Neighbourhood Workers' Associations into a greater scheme of charity work.

Toronto Gives Story No. 5

Year: 1917

Summary: This publication suggests improvements in the collection of funds and the distribution of social services by civil society organizations, and proposes a federation of philanthropic institutions.

It Is Worth While Living In Toronto Or Most Of Us Wouldn'T Be Living Here

Year: 1916

Summary: Outlines expenditure on various municipal services; encouraging voter turnout based on citizens' stakes in key areas.

This Booklet Gives Some Reasons Why A Bureau Of Municipal Research Was Needed Two Years Ago And Why It Is Needed This Year Why It Will Be Needed Twenty Years From Now

Year: 1916

Summary: This publication highlights the need for an independent citizen research bureau (such as the Bureau of Municipal Research) to inform fellow citizens and to keep municipal government accountable when it comes to spending taxpayer dollars. Additionally, the Bureau outlines some of their near and long-term goals in improving and modernizing city administration and planning.

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