Canadian Urbanization and Development Issues
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What are two pros of mixed land use?

Reduces travel time and increases vibrancy.

How can zoning impact livability in urban areas?

Poor zoning can lead to overcrowding and a lack of green spaces.

What is a significant challenge of upward development in urban planning?

It may increase density and cost.

Name an element that contributes to sustainable communities.

<p>Green spaces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two benefits of zoning in urban planning?

<p>Organizes land use effectively and promotes efficient service delivery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does urban growth adversely affect quality of life?

<p>It can lead to overcrowding and increased pollution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What practical steps could improve sustainability at Olive Grove School?

<p>Implement solar panels and waste reduction programs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines a desirable city in terms of livability?

<p>It should be safe, walkable, green, and affordable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of Canadians live in urban areas?

<p>Approximately 81%.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is urban sprawl and what are its two main impacts?

<p>Urban sprawl is the uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into rural land, leading to traffic increase and loss of farmland.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the principle of Smart Growth.

<p>Smart Growth promotes compact development, mixed land use, walkable communities, and efficient public transit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some indicators of livability in urban areas?

<p>Indicators of livability include housing affordability, safety, access to green spaces, public transport, education, and health services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the difference between urban sprawl and compact growth.

<p>Urban sprawl offers more space and lower costs but increases traffic and farmland loss; compact growth saves land and promotes transit but can raise housing costs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one primary challenge faced by developing countries in urban growth?

<p>Lack of infrastructure is a primary challenge in developing countries experiencing urban growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do greenbelts play in urban development?

<p>Greenbelts reduce urban sprawl and help preserve farmland, but they can lead to increased housing prices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does local food consumption impact environmental sustainability?

<p>Local food consumption reduces transport pollution and supports local farmers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Canadian Urbanization

  • 81% of Canadians live in urban areas.
  • Urban sprawl is the uncontrolled expansion of urban areas, creating environmental and infrastructure challenges.
  • Rapid urbanization has occurred in countries like China and Brazil.
  • Smart growth principles promote compact development, mixed land use, walkable communities, and public transit.

Human Development Index

  • The Human Development Index (HDI) does not measure cultural or spiritual well-being.

Urban Sprawl vs. Compact Growth

  • Urban Sprawl: More space, lower housing costs, but increases traffic and farmland loss.
  • Compact Growth: Saves land, promotes public transit, can increase congestion and housing costs.

Carbon Footprint Reduction

  • Reduce carbon footprint by utilizing public transit, eating local food, reducing energy use, and implementing energy-efficient systems.

Impact of Urban Growth on Farmland

  • Urban growth leads to farmland loss.
  • Protect farmland using greenbelts, compact development, and mixed zoning.

Challenges in Developing vs. Developed Countries

  • Developing countries face infrastructure deficiencies, overcrowding, and inadequate housing, contrasted with planned infrastructure in developed countries.

Role of Greenbelts

  • Greenbelts reduce sprawl, preserve farmland, but can increase housing prices.

Ontario's Growth Patterns

  • Compact growth in Ontario is more sustainable (saving land, efficient transit), but spread growth offers affordable housing.

Local vs. Global Food

  • Local food reduces transport pollution, supports local farmers.
  • Global food increases carbon emissions but offers variety.

Land Use and Zoning

Land Use

  • Land use encompasses various purposes like residential, commercial, industrial, recreational use within cities.

Disadvantage of Upward Growth

  • Vertical growth leads to congestion, lack of green spaces, and increased living costs.

Good Land Use Mix

  • Combining residential, commercial, and recreational spaces in a single area.

Zoning

  • Zoning defines land use regulations for specific areas.

Land-Use Conflicts

  • Different priorities (building vs. preserving green spaces) lead to land-use conflicts.

Mixed Land Use

  • Pros: Reduces travel time, enhances vibrancy.
  • Cons: Potential for noise and congestion.
  • Improvement: Separate heavy commercial from residential areas.

Zoning and Livability

  • Poor zoning can lead to insufficient green spaces or congested areas.
  • Suggest better urban planning, integrating parks, etc.

Managing Urban Sprawl

  • Employ compact, mixed-use zoning, establish greenbelts, and enhance public transit.

Outward vs. Upward Development

  • Outward Growth: Increases sprawl but offers affordable housing.
  • Upward Growth: Saves space but can increase density and costs.

Zoning Benefits/Challenges

  • Benefits: Effective land use organization.
  • Challenges: Limited flexibility, potential conflicts.

Vertical vs. Horizontal Growth

  • Vertical Growth: Space-efficient, supports public transit.
  • Horizontal Growth: Easier to implement, but consumes land and resources.

Livable Communities and Sustainability

Elements of Sustainable Communities

  • Green spaces, energy-efficient buildings, public transit, and local food systems.

Accommodating Multiple Groups

  • Parks, community centers, and multi-use spaces accommodate diverse groups.

Urban Growth and Quality of Life

  • Urban growth strains resources, reduces green spaces, increases pollution.
  • Overcrowding, pollution strain infrastructure.

Livability in Canadian Communities

  • Canadian communities share public service similarities but differ in climate, size, and accessibility.

Livability Rankings

  • Livability assessments consider safety, education, healthcare, environment, and infrastructure.

Rio vs. Vancouver

  • Vancouver excels in livability (better safety, healthcare, and environment) while Rio faces inequality and crime.

Olive Grove School Sustainability

  • Environment: Energy-efficient lighting.
  • Society: Inclusive programs.
  • Culture: Community events.
  • Economy: Affordable resources.

Improving Olive Grove Sustainability

  • Solar panels, waste reduction programs, green spaces.

Livable Classroom Design

  • Adequate lighting, comfortable seating, and collaborative spaces.

Urban Spaces for Groups

  • Use public squares, markets, and transit hubs for variety of uses.

Desirable City

  • Safe, walkable, green, and affordable city characteristics.

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Explore the challenges and principles surrounding urbanization in Canada and beyond in this quiz. Understand concepts like urban sprawl, compact growth, and their impacts on the environment and farmland. Also, learn how human development is influenced by urban growth and strategies for carbon footprint reduction.

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