This course is 3 evenings beginning September 7 and includes a walking tour in Vancouver on September 16. Please see full schedule details below.

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.

Schedule:
September 7, 2023 - 6:00-9:00pm PST - Online
September 14, 2023 - 6:00-9:00pm PST - Online
September 16, 2023 - 10:00am-3:00pm PST - Walking Tour (in person)
September 21, 2023 - 6:00pm-9:00pm PST - Online
Instructor: Scot Hein

Questions?: Email city@sfu.ca