Local Politics and Government

1.00 credits · Undergraduate

This course examines the structures that influence local government decision-making. A significant amount of the material will draw from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA); however, relevant examples from other jurisdictions within Canada will be discussed. Weekly topics include: the history of local/municipal government, democracy versus efficiency, urbanization, political and administrative structures, finance, sustainable cities, and the role of major stakeholders such as business, labour, and citizens groups in the municipal arena.