Type | Journal Article |
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Author | G Hawley |
Author | L Hirsch |
Author | H Mackie |
Pages | 55 |
Library Catalog | Zotero |
Language | en |
Abstract | The COVID-19 pandemic has intensely disrupted many aspects of travel patterns and behaviours in New Zealand. This literature review examined academic and grey literature of previous disruptive events from around the world with a focus on behaviour change and policy developments. The aim of the review was to identify the value of leveraging transport policy change from a disruption and to understand potential approaches. The review found that people’s travel behaviours rapidly change to adapt to a disruptive situation, with the type and extent of behaviour change being directly related to the nature and longevity of the disruption. In most cases, once ‘normal’ conditions resume so too do pre-existing travel behaviours, particularly if there is no change to underlying conditions or a concerted effort to foster long-term change. Transport disruptions can be opportunities to advance policy goals and contribute to long-term transport behaviour change. To achieve this, the literature suggests that a careful, fine-grained system-level response is needed, which rapidly and proactively identifies and acts on appropriate opportunities at the right time. We have identified 10 key lessons or considerations, which can help inform the approaches taken to advance New Zealand’s transport policy goals in the context of COVID-19. Key examples include: a clear vision for the disruption and post-disruption response leveraging existing policy, proactive engagement with vulnerable groups, balancing strong government leadership with community engagement, and synergy between transport solutions, economic recovery, safety and health, inclusivity, climate change and resilience goals. Most importantly, don’t go backwards. This publication is copyright © Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency. This copyright work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International licence. You are free to copy, distribute and adapt this work, as long as you attribute the work to Waka Kotahi and abide by the other licence terms. To view a copy of this licence, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/. While you are free to copy, distribute and adapt this work, we would appreciate you notifying us that you have done so. Notifications and enquiries about this work should be made to the Manager Research and Evaluation Programme Team, Research and Analytics Unit, Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, at NZTAresearch@nzta.govt.nz. |
Date Added | 11/27/2020, 10:48:52 AM |
Type | Journal Article |
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URL | https://data.fcm.ca/documents/COVID-19/fcm-building-back-better-together.pdf |
Pages | 24 |
Library Catalog | Zotero |
Language | en |
Abstract | COVID-19 changed everything Seemingly overnight, it throttled our economy and confined millions of Canadians to their homes Federal and municipal leaders alike moved swiftly to protect people, businesses and communities and we all found ourselves reflecting on what really matters: safety, connection, quality of life This shared experience continues to remind us how vulnerable we can be—but also how capable, when we work together. When it comes time to drive Canada’s post-COVID recovery, it won’t be enough to return to the status quo. Canadians will want us to build their country back better. After seeing inequality on such vivid display in these tough times, they’ll want an inclusive recovery whose benefits are widely shared. They’ll want a country that’s more sustainable and resilient to the next threat, be it a virus or climate change. And they’ve shown they’re willing to embrace bold leadership— when it’s focused on building better lives and better communities. |
Date Added | 11/23/2020, 11:22:03 AM |
Type | Web Page |
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Author | The Conference Board of Canada |
URL | https://www.conferenceboard.ca/insights/featured/canadian-economics/city-sicker-will-canada-s-pandemic-stricken-urban-centres-survive |
Abstract | Housing markets have always mirrored social trends in Canada. The automobile, for example, helped fuel suburban growth in the mid-20th century. A home-ownership tsunami brought on by baby boomers led to a decline in the construction of new rental units in the 1990s. And in the past 20 years, the housing story has been about the growth of our cities, at the cost of small towns and rural communities. At the turn of the previous century, 67 per cent of Canadians lived in rural areas; at the start of this century, in 2001, that number had fallen to 20 per cent. The allure of cities was undeniable and, prompted by improvements in agricultural productivity, the rise of mass transportation and automobiles, and lower-density residential construction, people were moving to them in droves. But now, eight months into the global pandemic, COVID-19—and all of its attendant effects on how we live our lives—has upended that narrative. Fuelled by health concerns and changes to workplace norms, the pandemic has slashed demand for apartments and condominiums in Canada’s largest cities. Evidence is emerging that the 20th-century migratory flow appears to be reversing, and in a hurry. If the trends continue, our urban geography will look a lot different in the near future—a reversal that will pose significant challenges for governments and policy makers moving forward. |
Website Title | The Conference Board of Canada |
Date Added | 11/24/2020, 8:41:50 AM |
Type | Blog Post |
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URL | https://www.municipalworld.com/podcasts/covid-19-recap-ep-27-slashing-space-and-selling-municipal-assets-during-covid-jody-johnson/ |
Language | en-CA |
Abstract | Slashing space and selling off assets – is this the tip of the iceberg? Jody Johnson, Director of Legal Services for Halton Region, joins Municipal World CEO Susan Gardner to discuss transparency during COVID, FCM’s call for a green and inclusive recovery, and a much needed look on the brighter side. Don’t miss the recap! |
Blog Title | Municipal World |
Date Added | 11/23/2020, 3:37:49 PM |
Type | Web Page |
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Author | Alberta Urban Municipalities Association |
URL | https://auma.ca/sites/default/files/COVID19/aumas_guide_for_municipal_leaders_on_canadas_and_albertas_economic_response_to_covid-19_20201118.pdf |
Abstract | In March 2020, the Government of Canada and Government of Alberta began announcing comprehensive plans involving various financial supports to help stabilize the economy due to the impact of the COVID-19 coronavirus. AUMA has developed this guide for municipalities to determine which programs may be applicable to their operations or to communicate with residents and employers about available programs that can help alleviate financial pressure. |
Date Added | 11/27/2020, 10:19:44 AM |
Type | Journal Article |
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URL | https://auditor.on.ca/en/content/specialreports/specialreports/COVID-19_ch1EMO_en20.pdf |
Pages | 48 |
Library Catalog | Zotero |
Language | en |
Abstract | This report is one in a series of reports under‑taken by our Office on the province’s response to COVID‑19. Chapter 2, Outbreak Planning and Decision-Making, focuses on the COVID‑19 response of Ontario’s health sector, while this report focuses on the Provincial Emergency Management Office’s (EMO) role and participation in the COVID‑19 response for non‑health‑sector issues, with a focus on provincial co‑ordination. |
Date Added | 11/25/2020, 10:08:45 AM |
Type | Journal Article |
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URL | https://auditor.on.ca/en/content/specialreports/specialreports/COVID-19_ch3testingandtracing_en20.pdf |
Pages | 72 |
Library Catalog | Zotero |
Language | en |
Abstract | This report is one in a series of reports undertaken by our Office on the provinces’ response to Corona-virus Disease 2019 (COVID‑19). This report focuses on the province’s COVID‑19 laboratory testing, case management and contact tracing activities between January 2020 (when the first COVID‑19 case in Canada was confirmed in Ontario) and August 2020. |
Date Added | 11/25/2020, 10:13:59 AM |
Type | Journal Article |
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URL | https://auditor.on.ca/en/content/specialreports/specialreports/COVID-19_ch2outbreakplanning_en20.pdf |
Pages | 110 |
Library Catalog | Zotero |
Language | en |
Abstract | This report is one in a series of reports undertaken by our Office on the provinces’ response to Corona-virus Disease 2019 (COVID‑19). It focuses on the Ontario’s health sector COVID‑19 response between January 2020 (when the first COVID‑19 case in Canada was confirmed in Ontario) and August 2020. |
Date Added | 11/25/2020, 10:10:35 AM |
Type | Web Page |
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URL | https://www.utoronto.ca/news/u-t-experts-will-now-deliver-customized-covid-19-data-your-inbox |
Language | en |
Abstract | Anyone in Ontario can now receive free daily emails with details of COVID-19 cases in their postal codes – thanks to researchers at the University of Toronto’s Dalla Lana School of Public Health and #HowsMyFlattening, a one-stop shop for coronavirus data. |
Website Title | University of Toronto News |
Date Added | 11/24/2020, 12:58:44 PM |