The Canadian City

Gerecke, Kent

Publisher:  Black Rose Books, 1991,, Montreal, Canada
Year Published:  1991   First Published:  1991
Pages:  268pp   ISBN:  0-921689-92-6
Library of Congress Number:  HT127.C335 1991   Dewey:  307.760971
Resource Type:  Book
Cx Number:  CX4485



Abstract:  This series of articles on the changing Canadian city with contributors such as Hans Blumenfeld, Carolyn Whitzman, John Sewell and activists in Winnipeg's Green Movement, is drawn from the Winnipeg-based City Magazine, the only Canadian magazine on urban thought.
The Canadian City begins with a critical look at urban public policy and its strong connection to capitalist development and the needs of developers. Alternatively, ethical and ecological urban planning would address the needs of citizens and the alienation present in cities.
Using case examples of the Montreal Symphony Orchestra Concert Hall and Toronto's St. Jamestown, The Canadian City emphasizes community involvement in urban design and a community economic development model.
In protecting the environment and well-being necessary for survival, <169>green cities<170> arise out of a clear analysis of our underlying assumptions and embody humane urban policies and planning. Empowerment of citizens would replace their domination by experts.
Each of the six parts has an introductory summary of the section's contents and three articles.

Subject Headings

• Cities
• Geography
• Urban
• Urban Planning