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

04
Feb
New Recording: Mobilizing Knowledge for Stronger Rural Futures
  How do we mobilize research and knowledge to support stronger rural futures? A recent workshop hosted by the Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation explored practical ways to share and use...
03
Feb
Research Summary: How do rural regions attract and keep highly skilled workers?
How do rural regions attract and keep highly skilled workers? Check out Natasha D'Souza's research summary examining Bruce County’s energy sector and the role of a dominant industry in shaping talent,...
02
Feb
February 2026 Updates
The February 2026 newsletter contains updates to graduate students working with Prof. Gibson and recent alumni. This newsletter shares information about academic programs updates, celebrates...
29
Jan
New Publication – Revising Rural Economic Development
A new peer-reviewed article titled “Revisiting rural economic development: New Localism’s potential in Canadian local government” shines a timely spotlight on the growing pressures facing rural commun