Rural Development

Rural Sustainable Livelihoods

Learn more about this initiative in partnerships with the North Atlantic Forum and the Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation.

Addressing Labour Shortages through Newcomer Attraction

Learn how rural communities are addressing labour shortages

International Agricultural Workers and Housing

Learn more about this initiative examining housing, planning, and international agricultural workers in Ontario

23
Oct

Celebrating Open Access Week and the Rural Review

20-26 October 2025 is International Open Access Week – a global event dedicated to openness in scholarship and research. This year’s theme, “Who Owns Our Knowledge?”, invites all of us...

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22
Oct

New Publication: Rural Policy Approaches in Canada

The latest report from the Scottish Rural Communities Policy Review (SRCPR) has set its sights beyond Scotland's borders, drawing on a detailed case studies from four countries to inform how Scottish ...

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17
Oct

Place Matters – Lessons in Workforce Development

Rural communities across Western Ontario are facing ongoing workforce challenges — from labour shortages to attracting and retaining new workers. At the 2025 Western Ontario Wardens Caucus (WOWC) Conf

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01
Oct

October 2025 Updates for Current Graduate Students

The October 2025 newsletter contains updates to graduate students working with Prof. Gibson and recent alumni. This newsletter shares information about academic programs updates, celebrates receive ac

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