Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
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The industrialization of farming
Year: 2007, 2007
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Bickle, Alice, Creator (cre): Cartwright, Jennie, Creator (cre): Ingram, Janal, Supporting host (sht): Ontario Public Interest Research Group, Other (oth): Trent University Canadian Studies Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>The industrialization of farming refers to the transformation whereby farms have become larger-scale, declined in number, and integrated more directly into production and marketing relationships with processors through vertical integrations. This project examines the implications of industrialized farming, including employment, crop quality, environmental impacts, and commodification of… more
Local food sourcing feasibility study
Year: 2007, 2007
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Morrison, Shannon, Creator (cre): Tyers, Sasha, Creator (cre): Cameron, Jacqueline, Supporting host (sht): Peterborough Festival of Trees, Other (oth): Trent University Canadian Studies Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>The project involved the Festival of Trees and how to "green" it with sustainable practices for the following year. Since the Festival beneficiaries are healthcare organizations, it was even more imperative that they promote and exercise healthy and sustainable practices. The "greening" process began in 2006 with a focus on waste reduction. The Preview Gala was… more
The barriers between employers of the City of Peterborough and people with learning disabilities in obtaining jobs
Year: 2007, 2007
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Murphy, Meaghan, Creator (cre): Ellis, Jennifer, Supporting host (sht): Community Opportunity and Innovation Network, Other (oth): Trent University Canadian Studies Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>The purpose of the present study was to discover if employers in the City of Peterborough were willing or reluctant to hire people with learning exceptionalities, as well as breakdown the barriers that exist.</p>
Food storage needs assessment research report for the Seasoned Spoon
Year: 2007, 2007
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Ginies, Faye, Creator (cre): DeCaire, Ryan, Supporting host (sht): Seasoned Spoon, Other (oth): Trent University Canadian Studies Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>Since the Seasoned Spoon started in February of 2003, it has had a major food storage challenge. It has had very limited and inadequate space to store and preserve food. This lack of storage and preservation methods has impeded the Seasoned Spoon from providing as much locally grown, organic and affordable food as possible - as outlined in the Seasoned Spoon mandate. In locating areas… more
Cultural and oral histories
Year: 2007, 2007
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Davidson, Jessica, Supporting host (sht): Kawartha Heritage Conservancy, Supporting host (sht): The Land Between, Other (oth): Trent University Canadian Studies Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>This project is contributing to the Land Between's mandate through a focused study of a single township in the Land Between. Manvers Township, a part of Victoria County and now also part of the City of Kawartha Lakes, is a strong example of the heritage value and importance of rural townships across The Land Between. Note: The Land Between is a non-profit organization focused on the… more