Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
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Sustainable food sourcing: an analysis of forward contracting feasibility in a local context
Year: 2012, 2012
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Ciccale, Ryan, Creator (cre): Garcia, Diego, Supporting host (sht): The Seasoned Spoon Café, Other (oth): Trent University International Development Studies, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>Locally sourced food is a more sustainable, more ecologically friendly alternative to mainstream methods such as buying through a large scale food distribution wholesaler. Accessing local producers affords the buyer a greater degree of power over how their produce is grown, harvested, stored and transported and so on. When interacting with a producer, buyers have options; they may… more
Valuing arts, culture and heritage: defining and measuring social benefits
Year: 2012, 2012
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Morrison, Caileigh, Supporting host (sht): Kawartha Heritage Conservancy, Other (oth): Trent University Canadian Studies, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Popular education for gardens
Year: 2012, 2012
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Mask, Emily, Supporting host (sht): Trent Vegetable Gardens, Other (oth): Trent University Environmental Resource Studies, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Making connections: issues and opportunities for transportation in rural Peterborough County
Year: 2012, 2012
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Reilly, Liam, Creator (cre): Westbrook, David, Supporting host (sht): Peterborough Social Planning Council, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>This project studies rural transportation in Peterborough County. The aim of the project is to identify and provide suggestions to improve transportation in Peterborough County. Peterborough County has an aging population and this report will attempt to anticipate these future problems and issues.</p>
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>
Local food business retention and expansion: by Mary Coulas
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Coulas, Mary, Supporting host (sht): Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation, Other (oth): Trent University Department of Political Studies, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
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
TRACKS 2011
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Defosse, Joanne, Supporting host (sht): Trent Alumni Association, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Other (oth): Trent University Indigenous Studies
Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre community counseling model: the empowerment umbrella
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Scocchia, Alicia, Supporting host (sht): Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre, Other (oth): Trent University Forensics, 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>
Urban ecology centre scan and summary: background research for the prospective Peterborough Urban Ecology Center
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): McCullogh, Emily, Creator (cre): Salmon, Brianna, Creator (cre): Ecclestone, Andrew, Creator (cre): Savelle, Rob, Creator (cre): Knopp, Jennie, Other (oth): Trent University Envrionmental and Resource Studies, Supporting host (sht): Peterborough Green-Up, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Poverty report
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Cameron, Katherine, Other (oth): Trent University Sociology Dept, Supporting host (sht): Community Development Council Durham, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education
Abstract: <p>People living in poverty experience stigma in their everyday lives. They are often mistreated by their family, friends and strangers. Their experiences range from quiet disapproval to outright physical violence. </p>
An analysis to determine if people living with an intellectual disability are effectively and equally treated in the legal system
Year: 2011, 2011
Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Cox, Blain, Creator (cre): Hopkins, Laurel, Other (oth): Trent University Forensics, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Supporting host (sht): Community Living Peterborough
Abstract: <p>The purpose of this research was to determine if there were any deficiencies in the legal system when interacting with individuals living with intellectual disabilities and if the Peterborough legal community would benefit from support from Community Living Peterborough. From the analysis, a list of recommendations was proposed to improve the interaction between these two systems.</p… more
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>