Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
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Domestic violence: communicating with the community
Year: 2006, 2006
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Gunther, Joel, Creator (cre): Wringer, Erin, Creator (cre): Buckhorn Rural Outreach Committee, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept
Abstract: <p>The purpose of this project is to expand the opportunities for victims of 'family violence' by increasing the networks of fiancial support for the rural Outreach Committee.</p> more
A climate analysis for grape production in Central Ontario: temperature analysis
Year: 2006, 2006
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Turner, Greg, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Supporting host (sht): Central Ontario Viniculture Association
Abstract: <p>With the increase in regional temperatures, there is a real potential for the Central Ontario Region to become a viable region for the production of grapevines (Viits vinifera). This paper examines six climatic variables (minimum daily temperatures, total number frost free days, first occurrence of frost, last occurrence of frost, numbers of days below -23 Celsius, and the yearly amount… more
Sustainability: the third global revolution sustainable air and water indicators for today and tomorrow
Year: 2006, 2006
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Durkin, James, Supporting host (sht): Peterborough Sustainability Network, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept
Analyzing demographics in comparison with early childhood development
Year: 2006, 2006
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Buchinski, Craig, Supporting host (sht): Peterborough Family Resource Centre, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept
Abstract: <p>The report "analyzing demographics in comparison with early childhood development" [sic] main focus is to see what correlations exist between neighbourhood income levels and school readiness as measured by EDI (early development instrument).</p> more
Looking back: community reaction to rural school amalgamations in the Peterborough-Cavan region
Year: 2005, 2005
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Ramsaran, Johann, Creator (cre): Brodie, Leanna, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Supporting host (sht): Fourth Line Theatre, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept
How freedom foods presents a new form of farming: a look at farming production standards of livestock
Year: 2005, 2005
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Rody, Kyle, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Supporting host (sht): Freedom Foods
Abstract: <p>This paper was conducted to research how farming regulations differ between several countries and selected areas, and show how these regulations could be improved. This paper looks at Ontario's current farming regulations as well as Freedom Foods standards, and compares them to Britain and New Zealand.</p> more
Transportation and air quality indicators for the City of Peterborough: a project for the Peterborough Sustainability Network
Year: 2005, 2005
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Grove, Tiffany, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Supporting host (sht): Peterborough Sustainability Network, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education
The connection between canoe building and canoe culture in Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada and the regions of Suffolk County, Massachusetts and Oxford County, Maine, U.S.A: George Stephenson as the link
Year: 2005, 2005
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Chapelle, Kimberley, Creator (cre): Stephenson, George, Supporting host (sht): Trent Valley Archives, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>The purpose of this project was to aid the Trent Valley Archives in conducting research using certain aspects of the Gerry Stephenson canoe history fonds in order to determine what the contents can tell us about canoe building and canoe culture; and whether a short history can be published highlighting any links between canoe building and canoe culture in Peterborough, Ontario and the… more
Rural heritage tours of Peterborough County: a student fieldtrip in Smith-Ennismore- Lakefield Township
Year: 2005, 2005
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Attley, Stephanie, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Supporting host (sht): Trent Valley Archives, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>The purpose of this research project was to assemble the information needed for the TVA to offer two tours (one for adults, one for students) of the rural heritage of Peterborough County. In order to address these goals and to develop an effective fieldtrip, an analysis of literature that was relevant to the research topic was required in the form of a literature review.</p>
Geographies of Art: developing a family guide for the Art Gallery of Peterborough
Year: 2005, 2005
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Gnagnarella, Armida, Supporting host (sht): Art Gallery of Peterborough, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Supporting host (sht): Art Gallery of Peterborough
The journey to work: a study on the movement of female Quaker Oats employees in the years 1903, 1925, 1950
Year: 2004, 2004
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Ray-Horvath, Jennifer, Supporting host (sht): Quaker Oats Company of Canada, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Supporting host (sht): Quaker Oats Company
Abstract: <p>This study examines the "journey to work" of Quaker Oats employees in the years, 1903, 1925, 1950. It primarily focuses on the "journey to work" of women but does not exclude to the"journey to work" of men.</p> more
Economic impact that local artists and art organizations have on the City of Peterborough
Year: 2004, 2004
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Johnson, Tara, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Supporting host (sht): Peterborough Arts Umbrella
Abstract: <p>The economic impact of local artists and art organizations is a fairly new topic of study. The purpose of this paper [sic] two fold. Firstly, [sic] examine how to conduct an economic impact study of the arts and second, answer three key research questions that are necessary in doing so [sic].</p>
An analysis of the recycling practices at the Peterborough Regional Health Center
Year: 2004, 2004
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Ansara, Mathew, Creator (cre): Lush, Natalie, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Supporting host (sht): Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>This case study looks at the complex workings of the Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC); in particular, an analysis of the current waste management structure with a focus on recycling.</p>
Climate study for grape growing in the Central Ontario Region
Year: 2004, 2004
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Shum, Simon, Supporting host (sht): Central Ontario Viticulture Association, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>The purpose of this report is to document long term climate data from six weather stations in Central Ontario Region. This information was used to determine the number of frost free days, and the number of growing degree days. Calculating the number of days between the last frost and the first growing will assist in determining which grape varieties are suitable for which microclimate… more
Building enthusiasm for nature: interactive activities on solar energy for Camp Kawartha
Year: 2004, 2004
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Sager, Sara, Creator (cre): Gates, Tanya, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Supporting host (sht): Camp Kawartha
Abstract: <p>The purpose of this research is to create an interactive exhibit/display that will educate grade five students about solar energy. This research investigates the characteristics which make a successful interactive display; one in which [sic] is accessible to all visitors and keeps the user motivated and interested to learn.</p>
Geography education program: grade seven and eight
Year: 2004, 2004
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): James, Erin, Creator (cre): Gallant, Megan, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Supporting host (sht): Galt House Private School, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>Researchers prepared a comprehensive geography education program for students in grades seven and eight in keeping with Ontario curriculum requirements, intended for use at Galt House Private School (London, Ontario). The program includes lesson plans and classroom activities accompanied by informative overviews of the topic of study.</p>
Building enthusiasm for nature
Year: 2004, 2004
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Dickens, Amy, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Assessment and design of a nature trail system and interpretative manual for Marrick's Landing resort: a report submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Honours Bachelor of Geography
Year: 2003, 2003
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Doherty, Jamie, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Supporting host (sht): Marrick's Landing Resort
Abstract: <p>Marrick's Landing Resort in Burleigh Falls is suitable for nature trail development in a two-phase process that will enable safe, scenic and enjoyable hiking and show shoeing activities. This experience will be strengthened through the use of the accompanying site-specific nature trail interpretive manual outlining existing species of flora and fauna, information about what species… more
Public opinion on the redevelopment of Liverpool Road South study area
Year: 2003, 2003
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Austin, William John, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>Since the 1960's waterfront redevelopment has been a major focus for municipalities. This paper is an examination of the role waterfront redevelopment plays in relation to public opinion towards a proposed redevelopment of the City of Pickering's waterfront.</p> more
Small city community gardens: a study of community gardens in Peterborough, Ontario
Year: 2003, 2003
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Hopkins, Matt, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Education