This policy story explores the City of Toronto’s development of the Residential Apartment Commercial Zone policy, its implications for health, and lessons learned in the policy change process. [...]
Municipal bylaws, land use guidelines, and design standards all play a role in making it easier to be active in our communities. The walkability of your neighbourhood, access to green space, and [...]
This case study highlights the experience of the Borough of Saint-Laurent in Montreal in adopting a zoning by-law to prohibit drive-through service for business use in residential areas. Download [...]
This guide recommends courses of action for municipalities wishing to improve the food environment of children by limiting the presence of fast-food restaurants near schools. The guide employs [...]
A toolkit that provides information and strategies on how urban planning can be used to help municipalities build healthy living environments for children. Download Toolkit (PDF)
