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SEDRD

@SEDRD

School of Environmental Design & Rural Development - Landscape Architecture, Rural Planning & Development, Capacity Development & Extension, Rural Studies

 University of Guelph
uoguelph.ca/sedrd
Joined February 2013
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Hear "Digging into #Potatoes & Sweet Potatoes" with Helen Hambly Odame Isaac Quansah + Paul Smith Hear on: 📻CFRU 93.3 @cfru_radio 📅Nov 5 ⏰10am 🛜Anytime: buff.ly/g3kTdYE #foodsecurity @cipotato @CGIAR @farmradio @sedrd @studycde @ataharul @uofguelphoac @IDRC_CRDI
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Join our Master of #LandscapeArchitecture OPEN HOUSE on DECEMBER 1. Experience grad student design projects firsthand & listen to feedback from external professionals. Meet our students & learn about our professional degree program. @UofGuelphOAC @uofgGradStudies @OALA_ON
Join us for our UofG MLA OPEN HOUSE on December 1. Experience grad student presentations of their design projects firsthand and listen to feedback from external professionals. Meet our students, learn more about our professional degree program and take a tour. Student presentations at 9:30 am; LA building tour at 12:30 pm. Register now via the QR code.

ALT Join us for our UofG MLA OPEN HOUSE on December 1. Experience grad student presentations of their design projects firsthand and listen to feedback from external professionals. Meet our students, learn more about our professional degree program and take a tour. Student presentations at 9:30 am; LA building tour at 12:30 pm. Register now via the QR code.

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The Capacity Development and Extension program presents a guest lecture, "Critical Dimensions of Agenda: 2030 - Communication Matters!" Join us for a learning session with Dr. Adam Sneyd of the University of Guelph, Political Science Department and author of Hidden Politics. Dr. Sneyd explores analysis of the 17 SDGs and we discuss the importance of what should be the 18thg SDG communication! Let's explore why transparency, public advocacy and participatory communication lie at the heart of progress to and beyond Agenda 2030, in Canada, and internationally. Event on November 18, 2026, from 2-3pm in the Landscape Architecture Building.

ALT The Capacity Development and Extension program presents a guest lecture, "Critical Dimensions of Agenda: 2030 - Communication Matters!" Join us for a learning session with Dr. Adam Sneyd of the University of Guelph, Political Science Department and author of Hidden Politics. Dr. Sneyd explores analysis of the 17 SDGs and we discuss the importance of what should be the 18thg SDG communication! Let's explore why transparency, public advocacy and participatory communication lie at the heart of progress to and beyond Agenda 2030, in Canada, and internationally. Event on November 18, 2026, from 2-3pm in the Landscape Architecture Building.

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Join us Online for the Capacity Development & Extension program Open House for prospective MSc applicants on Nov. 18 at noon. @UofGuelphOAC @uofgGradStudies
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UofG #LandscapeArchitecture Guest Lecture with David Godshall, Co-Founder & Principal of TERREMOTO speaking on "Surfing a Tsunami: Landscapes that Glide Amidst Uncertain Futures" on Nov. 12 at noon in the LA building. All are welcome. #LandArch @OALA_ON @UofGuelphOAC
Left: Headshot of David Godshall. Right: Vegetation, grasses and tress surround Sean Ranch Lodge

ALT Left: Headshot of David Godshall. Right: Vegetation, grasses and tress surround Sean Ranch Lodge

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Are you passionate about agriculture/agri-food systems, economic & social development, environmental planning, or policy & land use planning? Join us online for the Rural Planning & Development Open House-Nov. 16 at noon #RuralPlanning #RPDGuelph @UofGuelphOAC @uofgGradStudies
Wheat crop with sunset photo. Text: Considering Graduate Studies in Rural Planning & Development Open House. Nov. 16 from 1-2 pm online with QR code for registration

ALT Wheat crop with sunset photo. Text: Considering Graduate Studies in Rural Planning & Development Open House. Nov. 16 from 1-2 pm online with QR code for registration

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Strong farms and businesses start with strong communities. Through the HEAR Initiative, #OAC prof Dr. Leith Deacon and his team are turning residents’ experiences into data to help rural Ontario communities thrive. @SEDRD @RPDplan Learn more: uoguel.ph/eifa6
OAC professor Dr. Leith Deacon addresses his class. Text overlaying image reads, "Building Stronger Rural Communities for a Stronger Agri-Food System."

ALT OAC professor Dr. Leith Deacon addresses his class. Text overlaying image reads, "Building Stronger Rural Communities for a Stronger Agri-Food System."

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What is capacity development to empowering communities? youtu.be/7BRcgBdR0hc?si=PNxl… via @YouTube Hear more "Isaac Quansah joins Food Farm Talk on CFRU" 🎧Listen anytime: creators.spotify.com/pod/pro… @UofGuelphOAC @theontarion @SEDRD @StudyCDE @UofGStudentExp @cfru_radio
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With sadness, we share the passing of James (Jim) Taylor, professor emeritus at the University of Guelph. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, former students & colleagues. Further details can be found at: uoguel.ph/b7ydu #LandscapeArchitecture #LandArch @OALA_ON
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UofG FALL OPEN HOUSE DAY 2026 / BLA Info Sessions & Studio Tours: October 25th-10am-4pm. Learn more about the BLA program/studio tours/chat with students & faculty! Visit the Admissions website for registration and details: uoguel.ph/frb9e #LandscapeArchitecture
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Who helps farmers navigate the future of agriculture? Listen on: 📻CFRU 93.3 @cfru_radio 📅Sept 24 ⏰10am 🛜Hear anytime: buff.ly/m0KfHXG 👨🏾‍🎓 Andrew Lonta, U of Guelph 🎙️ Isaac Quansah + Paul Smith #agriculture #extension @sedrd @studycde @uofguelphoac @sedrd_gss
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Big things happen in rural places—and SEDRD’s 2026 Landscape Architecture graduates are leading the way, earning honours for professionalism, stewardship, leadership and design excellence. Learn more: twp.ai/4huxzJ #ONRuralWeek #RuralOntario #UofG
Graphic showing landscape architecture drawings and design tools. Text reads: “SEDRD’s 2026 Landscape Architecture graduates are leading the way! BLA and MLA students earn honours for professionalism, stewardship, leadership and design excellence.” A QR code links to more information. University of Guelph and SEDRD logos appear at the bottom.

ALT Graphic showing landscape architecture drawings and design tools. Text reads: “SEDRD’s 2026 Landscape Architecture graduates are leading the way! BLA and MLA students earn honours for professionalism, stewardship, leadership and design excellence.” A QR code links to more information. University of Guelph and SEDRD logos appear at the bottom.

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OALA Webinar "AI: From Tool to Condition" by SEDRD Assoc. Prof. Afshin Ashari on Sept. 29 from 12:00-1:00 pm. Details & registration link on OALA website: oala.ca/events/oala-continui… @OALA_ON #LandscapeArchitecture
The image shows a digital graphic of a microchip labeled "AI" hovering above a person's open palm, surrounded by glowing blue technological interface circles and data lines.

ALT The image shows a digital graphic of a microchip labeled "AI" hovering above a person's open palm, surrounded by glowing blue technological interface circles and data lines.

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Big things happen in rural places! SEDRD’s programs in capacity development & extension, landscape architecture, rural planning & development, and rural studies are shaping the next generation of rural leaders. Learn more: uoguelph.ca/sedrd/ #ONRuralWeek
Ariel view of Johnston Green with text "SEDRD Turns Rural Ideas Into Action" etc with QR code.

ALT Ariel view of Johnston Green with text "SEDRD Turns Rural Ideas Into Action" etc with QR code.

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Announcing the Fall 2026 UofG #LandscapeArchitecture Guest Lecture Series, featuring Ken Smith; Isadore Sharp; and David Godshall. All are welcome to attend. @UofGuelphOAC @OALA_ON #LandArch
Poster of UofG Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture Series for Fall 2026 with Ken Smith-Sept. 28; Isadore Sharp-Oct. 6 and David Godshall-Nov. 12 at Noon in the LA Pit.

ALT Poster of UofG Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture Series for Fall 2026 with Ken Smith-Sept. 28; Isadore Sharp-Oct. 6 and David Godshall-Nov. 12 at Noon in the LA Pit.

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MLA Alumna, Allison Fleury Elected New President of the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB). See article at: uoguel.ph/rnip0 @UofGuelphOAC @uofg @UofGAlumni #LandscapeArchitecture #LandArch
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New publication by Silvia Sarapura and colleagues explores how First Nations Garden Stewards use participatory citizen science to braid knowledge, strengthen food sovereignty and lead local food systems. Take a read: twp.ai/4huCYe #RuralPlanning #RuralGuelph
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Hear about "The Future of Agricultural Knowledge Sharing" from Dr. Ataharul Chowdhury with hosts Isaac Quansah + Paul Smith Listen on podcast: buff.ly/UuyhQGb #agriculture #cdnag #ontag #extension #misinformation @sedrd @uofguelphoac @theontarion @studycde @Ataharul
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Join us for our upcoming webinar “Housing & Homelessness in Huron County: Plans & Progress" 📅 Tuesday, September 15th, 2026 ⏰️ 12 – 1 PM ET Click the link in our bio to register! Can’t attend live? We’ve got you covered, every webinar is recorded and shared on our YouTube!
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What happened when the pandemic prompted people to move to cottage country? A new publication by Natasha Gaudio Harrison, Sara Epp, Ryan Gibson, & Chris Fullerton examines COVID migration to Muskoka & Haliburton Learn more: twp.ai/4huZJP #RuralPlanning #RuralGuelph
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