MA Environment and Management Theses

A study of ecosystem services that draw users to Tombstone Territorial Park and a review of potential conflict areas

Morin, Amélie

This study is an evaluation of the ecosystem services (ES) in Yukon's Tombstone Territorial Park (TTP), the spatial distribution of those ES and the location of potential user conflict areas within the park. Cultural ...

Come hell or high water : a comparative analysis of the 2013 High River flood response

Angevine, Joe

Southern Alberta and the Town of High River were impacted by the most devastating floods in Alberta history in 2013 (MNP, 2015, p. 1). This research was designed to analyze how well prepared the Government of Alberta and ...

The role of microfinance institutions in advancing smallholder resilience and food security under a climate changed present and future

Tompkins, Maggie

This thesis investigates the organizational design and program outputs of 162 microfinance institutions (MFIs) within 20 nations at-risk of food insecurity. The study involved a cross-examination of microfinance institutions ...

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve’s Pacific Traverse Trail: Exploring Parks Canada’s Environmental Impact Assessment Process

Hannigan, Jessie Leigh

This research investigated Parks Canada Agency’s (PCA) environmental impact assessment (EIA) process using Pacific Rim National Park Reserve's (PRNPR) Pacific Traverse Trail (PTT) as a case study. Research assessed ...

The role of restaurants in advancing food system goals in Victoria

Clark, Benjamin

The negative implications of an industrialized food system have become more apparent to governments and citizens, leading to food policy development that encourages transparency and resilience. Restaurants have an important ...

Ontario’s growth plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe and its impact on waste diversion rates : case study of the regional municipality of Durham

Slaughter, Carol

Two Ontario provincial acts with sustainability as their primary objective have contradictory environmental strategies. Urban intensification legislation, the Places to Grow Act and its companion document the Growth Plan ...

Determinants of success for community-based food projects : case study of local initiatives in North Shore, BC

Boltenko, Anna

There is an interest towards strengthening the local food system on North Shore, BC. This research addresses several community-based projects of the North Shore: food distribution by local agricultural producers, sustainable ...

Indigenous knowledge in Wagiiwing and applications in harvesting and management

Campbell, Leslie Dana

Waywayseecappo First Nation in the Greater Riding Mountain Area of Manitoba is faced with challenges to manage natural resources while balancing contemporary and traditional ways of knowing. How do Anishinabe from ...

Achieving sustainability in Canadian households through sustainability leadership created by a coaching program

Hogan, Norma

This thesis analyzed a green coaching program administered by the David Suzuki Foundation that aims to spread household level sustainability practices in Canada and builds leadership for sustainability. The inquiry asked ...

A Cap-and-Trade roadmap for Canada : lessons learned from international experiences

Brown, Jason R L

In the pursuit of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through climate action planning policymakers have been establishing carbon pricing (Yamin, 2012). Through partnership with the Western Climate Initiative (WCI) the ...

Drivers for the development of distributed generation in Alberta's deregulated electricity market

Fipke, Daniel

Distributed generation projects are being developed at increasing rates in Alberta’s deregulated electricity market. Technological advancements, increased consumer applications and the entry of non-traditional developers ...

Assessing the role of research in policy change In Indonesia : a case study of CIFOR’s global comparative study on REDD+

Achdiawan, Ramadhani

The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) ran a Global Comparative Study on reducing emissions from deforestation, forest degradation and enhancing forest carbon stocks (GCS REDD+). This thesis is an outcome ...

Achieving zero waste in multi-unit residential buildings

Klemky, Daniel B.

Multi-unit residential buildings (MURB) house 60% of Vancouver, BC’s population and, presently, occupants of MURBs in Metro Vancouver only achieve a waste diversion rate of 24%. My research identifies barriers impacting ...

Leading the way to sustainability : a First Nation's case study in self-sufficiency

Schultz, Kimberleigh Comars

Alderville is a First Nation community in southern Ontario, Canada. Recently, Alderville First Nation has emerged as a leader in clean energy. Guided by a shared community interest, Alderville has undertaken a large solar ...

Clam garden governance in the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve

McIntosh, Carrie

This project provides insights that inform the design of clam garden governance models including potential structures, processes and resources. The practice Western science calls “clam gardens” has played a significant ...

An exploration of the urban form preferences of Edmonton’s creative workers

Thomas, Craig Ronald

Using data collected from the 2011 census and survey results, this study explores the urban form preferences of Edmonton’s creative workers. Edmonton continues to have a diverse economy, which includes a robust industrial ...

Itaukei (indigenous Fijian) oral narratives on climate change building adaptability and mitigation - a case study on University of the South Pacific students from the province of Nadroga, Viti Levu

Gucake, Roko

Pacific Island societies, although highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate and other environmental changes, have managed to adapt and survive for thousands of years. Embedded in the cultures of Pacific communities is ...