How do we know our neighbourhood is getting better? Creative and participatory research in North Central Regina, ‘Canada’s Worst Neighbourhood’ Dr. Marnie Badham, Research Fellow, Centre for Cultural Partnerships Communities like North Central are challenged to develop a long-term coordinated planning vision when they are burdened by stigma, complex social issues, and the crisis of poverty that require immediate response. Developing a shared understanding of progress across multiple stakeholders with competing interests is essential to building resilient communities, but how can we engage disengaged residents in communicating their wishes for…
