Join us in Hamilton as we explore the possibilities of an urban renaissance through in-depth discussion panels, illuminating presentations, walking tours of the city’s neighbourhoods and vibrant performances by local artists. Meet over 100+ leading urbanists from all provinces and fields for a dynamic exchange of ideas and opinions focused on improving the design […]
CanU11 Hamilton Urban Renaissance | Renaissance urbaine Nov. 6-9, 2019

Design, disruption, and a healthy dose of competition

By: Kalen Anderson and Jason Syvixay From a few minutes to a few hours, hundreds of thousands of tweets disrupted our world’s digital landscape seemingly overnight — as the Notre Dame Cathedral was set ablaze. Its spire, nearly 150-years-old, was destroyed. As the fire quickly spread, so did our stories of personal connection to this […]
Idea Camp/Journée interactive d’apprentissage

by Future Cities Canada Evergreen recently launched the Community Solutions Network – a national program supporting communities of all sizes in the areas of data and technology. The upcoming Idea Camp in Ottawa will bring together municipal staff, Indigenous leaders and senior staff at organizations from across the region to learn about emerging trends, issues, […]
2018 Annual Report | Rapport Annuel 2018

We are pleased to report on our activities and progress over the last year and our plan for 2019 and beyond. Over the year, we continued to help advance urban issues across the country including: Ongoing advocacy through social and traditional media; Presenting at and participating in numerous conferences and events including the Mid-Sized Cities […]
CanU9 – Summit Program

CanU9 City Making Math: The Art & Science of Urban Design – Summit Program & Maps (PDF) PLC Units are available The Registration Desk has been moved to The Forks Market, Tower Entrance Registration will be open from 8 am – noon on Thursday. If you are unable to register at these times please e-mail info@canu.ca Bring […]
CanU8 Media Coverage
One of the most popular sessions at CanU8 was Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson and Chief Morin of the Enoch Cree First Nation’s panel discussion about the role of community building in an era of reconciliation, hosted by Beth Sanders. Click here for a live video recording of their insightful and moving discussion. (CanU President Brent Toderian, Chief William […]
CanU8 Sponsorship Opportunities
This year’s summit provides many opportunities to profile your company and tie your organization’s branding with various events and sessions. Corporate promotion opportunities are available for up to $5,000 depending on your marketing objectives. Long time favoured hosting options such as meals, refreshment breaks, keynote speakers, sessions, luncheons and receptions are available. Platinum Level […]
CanU8 Schedule
Join us in Edmonton for the 8th CanU summit – “UrbanShift: Implementing People-Centred Design” – from September 22-24 where we will engage in thought provoking and dynamic conversations that explore, celebrate, challenge and advance the state of Canadian urbanism. The summit will be structured to build upon a series of interconnected discussions and presentations […]
CanU8: Urban Shift: Implementing People-Centred Design, Sept 22-24, 2016
CanU8 Schedule (PDF) Locations and Accommodations Summit Features | CanU8 Schedule (PDF) | Locations and Accommodations CanU8 Summit Features Join us in Edmonton for the 8th CanU summit – “UrbanShift: Implementing People-Centred Design” – from September 22-24 where we will engage in thought provoking and dynamic conversations that explore, celebrate, challenge and advance the state of Canadian urbanism. The […]
CANU GATHERING AT THE CIP CONFERENCE, July 7th, 5-6pm
July 7th, 2016 – 5 to 6pm If you’d like to participate please send an email to the organizer, Alex Taranu (Alex.Taranu@brampton.ca) CanU Board member and Corporate Secretary An informal gathering of planners involved and interested in CanU, the Council for Canadian Urbanism, a national advocacy organization for liveable, sustainable, authentic Canadian urbanism and urban […]