Regeneration of Don River in Toronto, Canada
by Archana
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Rationale: Why is this case interesting?
This case is interesting because of the following reasons:
·This case is the unique example of ability to unite and co-ordinate local and regional interests. Each community is fired by emotional attachment to its own stretch of river and inspired by the possibility for environmental renewal. Through active public participation and transcending arbitrary political boundaries, the city council is able to facilitate the transformation of local passion in to actions across entire watershed.
·Public participation is not limited to solicitation. Public is an active contributor to implementation as well. Right from boy scouts to senior citizens, varied groups of people are active participants in the process.
·This case is also a great example of social education i e. learning by doing. It is a collective effort to restore and maintain the chemical, physical and biological integrity of the water in the river.
Author's personal background
Bachelors in Architecture (B.Arch) from MITS Gwalior, India with over seven years of professional work experience in structures, conservation and landscape. Studied one year of Masters of Landscape Architecture in the University of Toronto. Currently working with bof architektin and IMS engineers in Hamburg, Germany.
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