New York. Paris. Vancouver. Montreal. Each follows its own rhythm, shaped by geography, history and the people who live there. Explore how residential and commercial areas, community spaces, public services and transportation all work together to form a city’s unique personality. You’ll learn how to plan for future change and make decisions in the public interest.

Through labs, lectures and projects, you will:

• Study how urban development shapes economic, social and environmental outcomes
• Learn about the regulatory frameworks in Canada and Quebec that shape urban planning practices
• Acquire technical knowledge of computerized mapping and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Put your skills to work by analyzing real-world problems and creating solutions