Rural Sustainable Livelihoods

Rural Sustainable Livelihoods

Learn more about this initiative in partnerships with the North Atlantic Forum and the Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation.
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Addressing Labour Shortages through Newcomer Attraction

Addressing Labour Shortages through Newcomer Attraction

Learn how rural communities are addressing labour shortages
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International Agricultural Workers and Housing

International Agricultural Workers and Housing

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

Research Highlights New Challenges for Rural Development at Global Conference in Glasgow
03
Jul
Research Highlights New Challenges for Rural Development at Global Conference in Glasgow
At the World Community Development Conference in Glasgow, Scotland, Dr. Ryan Gibson presented new research examining how rural communities in Ontario are adapting to major changes brought about by the...
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July 2026 Updates
02
Jul
July 2026 Updates
The July 2026 newsletter contains updates to graduate students working with Prof. Gibson and recent alumni. This newsletter shares information about academic programs updates, celebrates receive achie
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SEDRD Students, Alumni, and Faculty Share Rural Research at 2026 Relational Wellness Conference
27
Jun
SEDRD Students, Alumni, and Faculty Share Rural Research at 2026 Relational Wellness Conference
Students, alumni, and faculty from the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development (SEDRD) at the University of Guelph made important contributions to the 2026 Relational Wellness Conference,...
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Planning Alongside Power: What Bruce County Can Teach Us About Rural Growth
12
Jun
Planning Alongside Power: What Bruce County Can Teach Us About Rural Growth
Rural communities are often described as places facing population decline and economic challenges. But a new article in Plan Canada by Natasha D'Souza, Ryan Gibson, and Wayne Caldwell highlights a dif...
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