Report
Invasive species study: the biology, distribution and control of the dog-strangling vine (Vincetoxicum Rossicum), in Southern Ontario
Dog-strangling vine (Vincetoxicum rossicum), also known as pale-swallow-wort, was introduced to North America in the late 1800s. Since its introduction it has spread through the great lakes basin in southern Ontario and the north eastern United States. If the invasion of dog-strangling vine is to be controlled an organized long term management plan involving conservation organizations throughout Ontario is needed.
The development of a community outreach strategy
This project examines the definitions of community, rural and regional development in a geographical context. It takes these definitions and applies them within the Township of Asphodel-Norwood.
Development in Jamaica executive summaries
The purpose of this project was to discover some (of) the major development issues which concern Jamaica today. It also examines (the) historical development of current community and economic situations in the country.
How freedom foods presents a new form of farming: a look at farming production standards of livestock
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.
Exploring the relationship between educational experience and homelessness
Feasibility of an alumni survey at Trent University
This project in cooperation with the Trent University Career Centre seeks to answer whether or not an alumni survey is feasible at Trent University. The two main parts of this project were a literature review and a test survey.
Final report of farm tours for Jennifer Clapp
The purpose of this project was to educate members of the Peterborough community and surrounding areas about food issues, our food sources, and how food is produced.
Barriers to sustainable housing: a case study of Peterborough : final report towards completion of the Sustainable Housing Initiatives project
Volunteer Bureau assessment report: final report
Phosphates and automatic dishwashing detergents
The use of phosphates has continued in automatic dishwashing detergents (ADDs) despite the recognition of the impact of phosphorous on aquatic environments. Canada's laws and regulations surrounding the use of phosphorous in detergents are similar to that of other industrialized countries.