Greg and Jen are delighted to sit down with Mary Rowe, President and CEO of the Canadian Urban Institute, for episode 11 of The Century of Cites. Mary brings decades of expertise to explore the evolution and future of Canadian cities. She examines how urban landscapes have transformed, from Toronto’s 1980s transit strikes to today’s challenges in bridging urban-rural divides. She shares her belief in place-based investments and the power of community, arguing that Canada’s cities must prioritize public spaces, social infrastructure, and local partnerships to build resilience. Focusing on renewing civic spaces as national assets, she offers a compelling vision for cities to be thriving, inclusive ecosystems designed to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
