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Housing:

Keeping the Faith

From: How We Changed Toronto

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1970s. The reform Council may have been inventive and proactive in undertaking such an ambitious affordable housing program enabled by the federal and provincial legislation, but that program … 16 $1.60 Add
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Walking Through Loss

A Critical Visit to an Old Neighbourhood

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A photo-essay of the author’s old neighbourhood, highlighting the issue of social housing. 4 $0.40 Add
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Chapter 14

The Forks of the Don

From: Toronto's Ravines and Urban Forests

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Naturalist Jason Ramsay-Brown describes Toronto’s Forks of the Don, a natural, cultural, and historical nexus where the waters of Taylor-Massey Creek merge with the East & West Don … 3 $0.30 Add
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Reconsidering Revitalization

The Case of Regent Park

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Jay Pitter discusses the recent redevelopment and "revitalization" of Regent Park with Sandra Costain. 10 $1.00 Add
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The Reelection Campaign

From: How We Changed Toronto

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1980. Sewell’s reelection campaign 28 $2.80 Add
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Afterword

From: How We Changed Toronto

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Chapter 15

E.T. Seton Park

From: Toronto's Ravines and Urban Forests

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Naturalist Jason Ramsay-Brown describes E. T. Seton Park, one of the most vibrant recreational areas in Toronto’s Don River watershed. Here, nature provides a scenic backdrop to biking, … 5 $0.50 Add
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Model Citizens

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The chapter focuses on increasing local engagement in government and in turn, recognizing the political leadership of underrepresented groups. 16 $1.60 Add
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A Tale of Two – or Three – Cities

Gentrification and Community Consultations

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The author examines the increasing polarization of Toronto’s neighbourhoods, both spatially and socially, and urges new urban planners to find ways to ensure people are not further … 10 $1.00 Add
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Chapter 16

Edwards Gardens and Wilket Creek Park

From: Toronto's Ravines and Urban Forests

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Naturalist Jason Ramsay-Brown explores the relationship between the Toronto Botanical Garden, Edwards Gardens and Wilket Creek Park, a crossroads of native, exotic, and invasive plant life in … 7 $0.70 Add
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Chapter 17

Lower Don Recreational Trail

From: Toronto's Ravines and Urban Forests

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Naturalist Jason Ramsay-Brown describes the Lower Don Recreational Trail, a commuting and recreational corridor that cuts through Toronto nature and history. He explores how ongoing cultural and … 6 $0.60 Add
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Mobility in the Divided City

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This chapter highlights Toronto’s need to build better transport links to serve and connect all corners of the city. 14 $1.40 Add
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Chapter 18

Crothers Woods and Beechwood Wetland

From: Toronto's Ravines and Urban Forests

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Naturalist Jason Ramsay-Brown describes the section of the Don River watershed where visitors will discover Crothers Woods, Beechwood Wetland, Cottonwood Flats, and Sun Valley. He discusses how … 7 $0.70 Add
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Toward More Complete Communities

Business Out of the Box

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The author examines the community possibilities of creating Business out of the Box partnerships between private and public stakeholders. 10 $1.00 Add
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Chapter 19

Todmorden Mills Wildflower Preserve

From: Toronto's Ravines and Urban Forests

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Naturalist Jason Ramsay-Brown describes the Todmorden Mills Wildflower Preserve, "one of the most wonderful fifteen minute hikes Toronto has to offer." Following intense human use over … 8 $0.80 Add
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Going Beyond Representation

The Diversity Deficit in Local Government

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The author argues that Torontonians face a critical choice between electing a new, more inclusive local government (new voices) or maintaining the status quo and an entrenched political class … 14 $1.40 Add