An examination of practice theory and social change strategies that build on a social development perspective. This course draws on social planning and development theory as well as practice experience of change in northern urban and rural environments. Topics include: community strengthening through capacity building, empowerment by networking and coalition building, sustainable development to balance socio-economic development and environmental protection, and combatting oppression and social injustice in communities

STSE is an acronym for Science, Technology, Society and Environment, and refers to investigating the social, political, economic, and cultural aspects of science and technology. Critically examining the relationships between science, technology, society and environment is a way of contextualizing science for students. Several approaches to STSE will be examined, including historical, philosophical, and sociological approaches, as well as the infusion of environmental education within science education.

The goal of this course is to introduce students to the ways in which sustainable development (sustainability) is intertwined with theories of health and health promotion. This course will help students to develop an understanding of the iterative nature of human and environmental health. This includes understanding of the history and theories of sustainable development, as well as interrogation of the relationship between those theories and theories of Social – Ecological Determinants of Health and Planetary Health. It includes specific examination of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals and the ways in which each of those goals relates to various social and ecological health determinants. A key component of this course is reflection on the ways in which sustainability theory and health determinants theory can be mutually supportive in working towards social-ecological health and justice.

A review of current literature and practical applications relating to the concept of sustainable community planning, with specific reference to neighbourhood design, transportation systems, land use zoning, water and energy usage, and agriculture. The measurement of urban sustainability and the sustainability of human activities at regional and city scales are also considered.

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Examines the relationships between science, technology, social institutions and culture, with a focus on how these issues impact Canada's Indigenous peoples

The study and discussion of current literature and case studies with respect to selected social, political, legal and economic factors bearing upon management decisions. Emphasis is placed on developing the ability of students to deal with the complexities of the domestic and global business environment. Particular emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of how business can effectively engage with its nonmarket environment including government, the news media, non-governmental organizations and Indigenous peoples to take advantage of opportunities and to mitigate risk / The historical development of the Canadian and global economies, as well as their current and future performance are examined. The objectives, roles and relationships of key stakeholders, and their ability to influence business performance are considered. Topics include the social responsibility of business and the ethics of business managers

The study and discussion of current literature and case studies with respect to selected social, political, legal and economic factors bearing upon management decisions. Emphasis is placed on developing the ability of students to deal with the complexities of the domestic and global business environment. Particular emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of how business can effectively engage with its nonmarket environment including government, the news media, non-governmental organizations and Indigenous peoples to take advantage of opportunities and to mitigate risk / The historical development of the Canadian and global economies, as well as their current and future performance are examined. The objectives, roles and relationships of key stakeholders, and their ability to influence business performance are considered. Topics include the social responsibility of business and the ethics of business managers

An introduction to current environmental issues using an approach which stresses the interrelationships between environments and societies. The major environmental and societal components of the earth/atmosphere system will be examined to provide a base for the consideration of the nature and devlelopment of modern environmental problems. Potential solutions to the problems will be evaluated through consideration of such elements as technology, politics, economics and planning.

An introduction to current environmental issues using an approach which stresses the interrelationships between environments and societies. The major environmental and societal components of the earth/atmosphere system will be examined to provide a base for the consideration of the nature and devlelopment of modern environmental problems. Potential solutions to the problems will be evaluated through consideration of such elements as technology, politics, economics and planning.