IN DEVELOPMENT PODCAST
Welcome to the In Development podcast!
This is the podcast for all you city-builders, city-shapers and city-dwellers out there that care about driving change towards people-centred communities. On In-Development we talk about how Canadian cities develop in and up.
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Newest Episode
In Development Episode 51: Transforming Edmonton's Urban Landscape: Insights from Urban Planners Chelsea Whitty and Jordan Riemer
Join us for a dynamic episode of the In Development podcast as we sit down with Chelsea Whitty and Jordan Riemer, two innovative urban planners making significant impacts on Edmonton's urban landscape.
Jordan Riemer is an Urban Planner in Edmonton who specializes in merging equity and land-use considerations into transportation planning. With a background that includes six years at DIALOG, Jordan has been involved in major projects such as the Valley Line West LRT and the Yellowhead Trail Freeway Conversion Program, showcasing his expertise in solving complex city-building challenges.
Chelsea Whitty is an Associate at DIALOG, where she excels in urban design, sustainable integration, and public engagement. Her portfolio includes significant projects like Kinistinâw Park and the MacEwan University Campus Master Plan, demonstrating her commitment to creating thoughtful and resilient urban environments.
In this episode, we delve into the transformative projects shaping Edmonton's future. Jordan discusses his work on the Valley Line LRT and Edmonton's approach to Sustainable Urban Integration (SUI), emphasizing how innovative transit design can enhance community connectivity and accessibility. Chelsea Whitty shares insights into her projects, focusing on the importance of public engagement and collaborative urban design.
Listeners will gain valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in urban planning as Jordan and Chelsea share their experiences and visions for Edmonton's growth. Discover how their collaborative approaches and innovative thinking are driving positive change in the city.
Tune in to learn more about the exciting projects redefining Edmonton's urban landscape and the passionate planners behind them.
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ABOUT THE PODCAST
The Infill Development in Edmonton Association (IDEA) is a community of committed Edmontonians passionate about the positive transformation of our mature and existing communities. IDEA’s mission to drive change towards people-centred communities.
IDEA’s Information Committee has launched the In Development Podcast to support this mission, with the following purpose:
To advance the infill community through conversations with people working and knowledgeable in the infill industry
To provide a platform to debate ideas, opinions and current events related to infill development
To educate and share information
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