Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
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The history of Peterborough Area Militia and Fenian Raids
Year: 2013, 2013
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Avery, Creighton, Supporting host (sht): Lang Pioneer Village, Other (oth): Trent University Department of Canadian Studies, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
An exploration on immigrant entrepreneurship in Peterborough: an analysis of business resources and the applicability of broader trends
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Dirmeitis, Mary, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education, Other (oth): Trent University Canadian Studies, Supporting host (sht): New Canadians Centre
An investigation into the treatment of child sexual assault/abuse in the Peterborough area
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Barnet, Christine, Supporting host (sht): Boost Child Abuse Prevention and Intervention, Other (oth): Trent University Forensics, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Abstract: <p>Each year thousands of children are victimized by crimes of sexual assault/abuse and significantly affected by the consequences that stem from suffering this form of trauma. Not only [sic] is important for these children to receive treatment, but it is imperative that the treatment received is effective.</p>
Gamiing Nature Centre: wetlands traveling exhibit
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): MacDonald, Candice, Creator (cre): Brown, Caroline, Creator (cre): Page, Laura, Creator (cre): Norman, Leigh, Supporting host (sht): Gamiing Nature Centre, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Abstract: <p>The purpose of this project was to develop and create a design manual that will be used to construct an interactive traveling exhibit for Gamiing Nature Centre. Approaches used to gather information on components of effective exhibits and content for the exhibit included textual analysis, oral interviews, and critical analysis of existing exhibits.</p>
Community-based education: the effects of TCCBE and U-links projects on host organizations and communities
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): McDermott, Alicia, Creator (cre): Phan, Linh, Creator (cre): Queeley, Maritza, Creator (cre): Ryan, Claire, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education, Supporting host (sht): U-Links, Other (oth): Trent University International Development Studies
Abstract: <p>Despite the popularity of community-based education (CBE), the effects of CBE projects on host organizations and their targeted communities have not been well examined. The Trent Centre for Community Based Education (TCCBE) and U-links have facilitated more than 1000 projects since the 1990s in [sic] Peterborough and Haliburton area [sic].</p>
No-sweat: globalization, neoliberalism and social movements
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Bell, Bianca, Other (oth): Trent University Politics, Supporting host (sht): Ontario Public Interest Research Group (OPIRG), Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
The community bake oven feasibility study: a report on establishing a community outdoor bake oven in Peterborough, Ontario
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Brockest, Evan, Supporting host (sht): Community Opportunity Innovation Network, Other (oth): Trent University Envrionmental Resources Studies Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Abstract: <p>The results of this survey were, by and large, successful - a point that is well illustrated by the high number of respondents that the survey received. A total of 44 individuals participated in the survey, with response rates varying according to each respective professional category.</p>
Trent Wildlife Sanctuary: history, uses and inhabitants
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Downard, Amanda, Supporting host (sht): Camp Kawartha, Other (oth): Trent University Forensics, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education, Supporting host (sht): Trent Wildlife Sanctuary
Abstract: <p>Camp Kawartha Environment Centre is a not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to educating the public of Peterborough County on the importance of environmental education, sustainable living and alternative energy. The educators of the Environment Centre have requested that secondary research be compiled on the Trent Wildlife Sanctuary, the section of land that surrounds the… more
The regional history of Peterborough County and the War of 1812
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Hayes, Nathaniel, Creator (cre): Rajabali, Aleysha, Supporting host (sht): Lang Pioneer Village, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Abstract: <p>In keeping with Lang Pioneer Village's mission statement of preserving, promoting and authentically recreating the rural history of the Peterborough County, this project has documented the historical connection between the area and the War of 1812. Though the Peterborough area was not the site of any recorded acts during the conflict, several questions have been answered in regards… more
Social barriers to litterless lunches
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Trotter, Alexandra, Creator (cre): Lentini, Melissa, Supporting host (sht): Peterborough Green-Up, Other (oth): Trent University Geography, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Abstract: <p>This research project is one of the first studies of litterless lunch programs in Ontario schools. Our research project was done in conjunction with Peterborough Green-Up, an environmentally friendly community organization, who enlisted our assistance for this research.</p>
Evaluation tools for transition housing program
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Dale, Allison, Other (oth): Trent University Forensic Science, Supporting host (sht): City of Peterborough, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Abstract: <p>Homelessness is a serious problem in North America today. In 1990, women comprised between 15% and 29% of the homeless population and are steadily increasing because of multiple economic, historic and political factors.</p>
The use of social media in museums
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Whelan, Rebecca, Supporting host (sht): Peterborough Museum and Archives, Other (oth): Trent University Canadian Studies, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Abstract: <p>This report outlines the use of social media in museums. The report covers the reasons to use social media in a museum setting, effective social media usage, barriers to the usage of social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook, and tools that can be used to monitor the impact of social media.</p>
Phase 1 of Peterborough and Lakefield Community Police Service evaluation of Values, Influences and Peers program
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Kovach, Katrina, Supporting host (sht): Peterborough and Lakefield Community Police Service, Other (oth): Trent University Sociology Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
A plan for heritage conservation in the Township of Cavan-Monaghan
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Golloher, Kyle, Creator (cre): Kemp, Carl, Creator (cre): Sackrider, Jim, Supporting host (sht): Kawartha Heritage Conservancy, Other (oth): Trent University Environmental and Resources Studies, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Abstract: <p>Heritage planning in the Township of Cavan-Monaghan currently lacks momentum. In order to involve the general public, awareness of heritage preservation and assets are essential. To best interest the public, the economical and aesthetical benefits of a good heritage preservation strategy have been deemed a necessity by the current [sic] however small heritage committee of Cavan-Monaghan… more
Experiences of intimate partner violence: male and female victimization and help seeking
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Vasilaros, Angelique, Supporting host (sht): John Howard Society of Peterborough, Other (oth): Trent University Women's Studies, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Discovering the health of the people of Peterborough during the 1830s using the ledgers of Doctor Hutchison
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Bowman, Anne-Marie, Other (oth): Trent University Forensics, Supporting host (sht): Hutchison House Museum, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Abstract: <p>Doctor Hutchison was Peterborough's first resident Doctor which made him an important historical figure. Thus his house has been turned into a museum. His ledgers containing information from 1830-1839 were analyzed to assess what treatments he was giving people, what diseases these treatments were linked to, and their cultural, social and historical significance.</p> more
Documenting Mohawk language loss and renewal: for Kawennakatste Mohawk language arts
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Collis, Sue, Other (oth): Trent University Cultural Studies, Supporting host (sht): Kawennakatste Mohawk Language Arts, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Abstract: <p>This project documents Aboriginal language loss and contemporary re-vitalization efforts within the Tyendinaga, Mohawk Territory. The significance of Aboriginal language retention and usage, for individuals and organizations invested in re-vitalization efforts, is explored and documented in a short film.</p>
Laws and legalities of technology based cyber crimes
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Fournier, Eric, Other (oth): Trent University Forensic Science, Supporting host (sht): Tekdesk, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Abstract: <p>Working with Tekdesk in Peterborough, the purpose of the research was to determine all the current laws and legalities of Canadian law and where we, as Canadians, stand compared to similarly developed countries. This report contains the current research of important Canadian Laws as found in the Criminal Code, refined by relevant case law as found on canlii.org.</p>
History of the computer and the Jacquard loom: HIST 3900
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Eggleton, Louise, Supporting host (sht): Lang Pioneer Village, Other (oth): Trent University History Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Harvesting the edible landscape: a community garden approach
Year: 2010, 2010
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): MacDonald, Candice, Creator (cre): Leitch, Nadine, Supporting host (sht): YWCA, Other (oth): Trent University Environmental Resource Studies, Other (oth): Trent University Canadian Studies, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
Abstract: <p>The purpose of this project is to assess the various forms that community gardening can have towards programming for food security initiatives, and determine what is currently happening in the City of Peterborough. The main question to be answered within this project is defining what the current food security projects need regularly and match these with attempts that are being made in… more