This course is offered over three evenings online and includes a walking tour in Vancouver, BC. This course is eligible for PIBC CPL credits.

Make a difference in the future of your neighborhood. While city-building has traditionally been a top-down undertaking, neighborhood design has focused on building from the grassroots up. In this course, you will learn the basic tools and strategies to help you join the conversation and advocate for the neighbourhood you want to live in.

You will build a toolkit to help you navigate public processes, including: permitting, zoning, economic planning, context reading, and choosing appropriate built forms. Through examinations of relevant case studies, you will learn how to strategically convey local aspirations towards thoughtful, transformative outcomes.

You’ll also have an opportunity to discuss the current urban design challenges facing your neighbourhood, and develop specific co-design participatory strategies to address them. Walk away with an achievable plan and a support network comprised of others who are passionate about place-making.

Note: This course includes a walking tour through Kitsilano.

Course Details

• Schedule:
  • May 6 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Pacific Time) - Online
  • May 13 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Pacific Time) - Online
  • May 17 - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Pacific Time) - Walking Tour in-person
  • May 20 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Pacific Time) - Online
• Instructor: Scot Hein

Register for the course here: https://www.sfu.ca/continuing-studies/courses/city/introduction-to-neighbourhood-design.html

Questions? Email city@sfu.ca