Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection

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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: 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.

Photo-mapping of the urban fringe

Year: 2011, 2011

Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection

Name(s): Creator (cre): Tinney, Cora, Creator (cre): Urbanowicz, Nicole, Supporting host (sht): Kawartha Heritage Conservancy, Other (oth): Trent University Geography Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education

Abstract: This project examines current development pressures on areas in the rural-urban fringe within Cavan Monaghan Township. A selection of photographs were taken within the villages of Millbrook, Cavan and Fraserville in an effort to document the visual character of the township prior to future development.

Older Workers Project: Employer Experiences

Year: 2011, 2011

Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection

Name(s): Supporting host (sht): Trent Applied Social Research Laboratory, Creator (cre): Bates, Kimberly A, Creator (cre): Law, Alan, Creator (cre): Dewan, Tarun, Supporting host (sht): The Workforce Development Board, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Other (oth): Trent University

Abstract: This report presents the main results from the qualitative and exploratory study of Employer experiences of the aging workforce in the manufacturing and health care sectors in the Peterborough area during 2010-11. The purpose of the study was to identify the challenges and opportunities confronted by organizations employing older workers, and navigating the challenges of a labour pool… more

Oral histories of immigrants in Peterborough

Year: 2011, 2011

Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection

Name(s): Creator (cre): Barratt, Caitlin, Supporting host (sht): New Canadians Centre, Other (oth): Trent University Sociology Dept, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education

Abstract: The purpose of this project was to document the oral histories of immigrants in the Peterborough area. It was designed to increase awareness of Peterborough's vibrant immigrant community and to shed light on their experiences since arriving in Canada. more

Building the Four Pillars: approaches for meaningful and effective community participation in the Peterborough Drug Strategy's consultation process

Year: 2011, 2011

Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection

Name(s): Creator (cre): Phillips, Christopher Chang-Yen, Creator (cre): Cockburn, Amanda, Creator (cre): Kidd, Marissa, Creator (cre): Knight, Jennifer, Other (oth): Trent University International Development Studies, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Supporting host (sht): Peterborough County-City Health Unit (PCCHU)

Abstract: The Peterborough Drug Strategy Task Force is in the process of developing a community based consultation strategy, with the purpose of developing a relevant and evidenced based drug strategy for Peterborough. The purpose of this report is to review available existing community consultations in Ontario linked to the development of a community drug strategy, and to compile research on… more

A heritage network: preserving the cultural landscape of the Trent-Severn Waterway

Year: 2011, 2011

Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection

Name(s): Creator (cre): Burrows, Dylan, Supporting host (sht): Kawartha Heritage Conservancy, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Other (oth): Trent University Canadian Studies

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: 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

Experimental eradication of an invasive exotic vine in the Trent University Nature Areas: ecological implications for the management of Dog-Strangling Vine (vincetoxicum rossicum)

Year: 2011, 2011

Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection

Name(s): Creator (cre): Pinder, Kieran, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Supporting host (sht): Trent Nature Areas, Other (oth): Trent University Environmental and Resource Studies

Abstract: The Nature Areas Committee at Trent University oversees the natural heritage of the campus, and is committed to including students in community-based research projects which involve scientific experimental design projects. The experiment described here on out deals wih restoration management of natural areas on the campus of Trent University and particularly focuses on introduced, non-… more

Experimental eradication of invasive plant species: a laboratory report presented to Dr. Tom Whillans in [sic] Trent Centre for Community-Based Education 3830 Y

Year: 2011, 2011

Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection

Name(s): Creator (cre): Crowell, Gail L, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Supporting host (sht): Trent Nature Areas, Other (oth): Trent University Environmental and Resource Studies

Abstract: Trent Nature Areas are community based recreational areas and members of the community have expressed a concern with the proliferation of Rhamnus cathartica, commonly known as the Common Buckthorn or alias European Buckthorn. To address this invasion problem, we evaluated three methods of eradication for their effectiveness: glyphosate herbicide [sic] cut and pull and cut and cover.</… more

Popular Education Evaluation for ORCA

Year: 2011, 2011

Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection

Name(s): Creator (cre): Faught, Peter, Supporting host (sht): Otonabee Region Conservation Authority, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Other (oth): Trent University Biology Dept

Older Worker Stories

Year: 2011, 2011

Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection

Name(s): Supporting host (sht): Trent Applied Social Research Laboratory, Creator (cre): Law, Alan, Creator (cre): Bailey, Suzanne, Creator (cre): Coughlan, Rory, Creator (cre): Reker, Gary, Creator (cre): Struthers, James, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community-Based Education, Other (oth): Trent University

Abstract: This report presents the main results from the qualitative and exploratory study of the sustainability of manufacturing and health care workers 55+ in the Peterborough area during 2010. The purpose of the study was to identify and investigate labour market challenges and opportunities confronted by workers at the back end of their careers when work-time is extending, responsibilities are… 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

The Greater Peterborough Area community vitality indicator project

Year: 2011, 2011

Member of: Trent Community Research Centre Project Collection

Name(s): Creator (cre): Chung, Melissa, Creator (cre): Barke Doka, Jesse, Creator (cre): McNamara, Emma, Creator (cre): Robinson, Julia, Supporting host (sht): Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough, Other (oth): Trent University International Development Studies, Issuing body (isb): Trent Centre for Community Based Research

Abstract: The collaborative work undertaken constitutes preliminary research to determine the availability of data and information to successfully carry out a Vital Sign report for the Greater Peterborough Area. The goal of this report is to survey the amount and types of relevant information and data that is available for both the city and county of Peterborough.

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: 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. 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: 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.

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: 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.