Social Sustainability

A community cannot exist without its citizens. They determine how a community will evolve by giving it character. They influence development when they choose where to live, work and play. When it comes to sustainability, citizens represent the social aspect with the biggest capacity to enable immediate and positive change. Social sustainability looks at complex and multi-faceted issues and benefits, such as quality of life, health, equity, liveability and inclusion, all of which are integral to the long-term sustainability of communities.

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The City recognizes that its true wealth lies in its citizens. The concepts of environmental and economic sustainability mean very little without their support. Conversely, for a community to function and be sustainable, the basic needs of its residents must be met. As such, the City is committed to supporting community initiatives and providing services that not only promote the well being of its residents, but also increase individual and community capacity to contribute toward a sustainable future for the City.

Use the interactive tool below to explore the City's progress in social sustainability. To access the various features, you will require a Flash player. Click here to download.

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