Come learn more about Community Hubs through the lens of housing and sustainable design! 

A panel discussion on inspiring possibilities and challenges of community hubs. We’ll hear from experts in sustainable design, climate resilience, affordable housing development, social enterprises and community benefits!  Our hope is that this panel will provide learning and inspiration that residents can bring to future community consultations about the proposed Parkdale Community hub at Queen-Cowan.

Co-hosted by two amazing local planners: Hayley Immerman and Sam Carter-Shamai of SVN. 

Panellists include:

Paul Dowsett – Sustainable TO

Geoffrey McGrath – New Commons 

Lori-Ann Girvan – ArtScape

Heather Marshall – Toronto Environmental Alliance,

Marc Soberano – Building Up

Shannon Holness – Toronto Community Benefits Network

Background

On Community Hubs  is a two-part learning series organized by the Parkdale Neighbourhood Land Trust, the Parkdale People’s Economy, and the Parkdale Residents Association. The learning series will lead into action-oriented community-based workshops throughout the summer to collectively develop visions for the Parkdale Community Hub.

Organized by the Parkdale Neighbourhood Land Trust, Parkdale People’s Economy, and the Parkdale Residents Association.