The capable city
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Issue Date
2005-03
Editor
Oberlander, H. Peter
Authors
Alexander, Don
Seymoar, Nola-Kate
Babicki, Dominica
Ferguson, Jennifer
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Abstract
This paper examines non-traditional forms of governance with an emphasis on consensus
that has emerged in a Canadian context and responds to three questions. Are there models
of cooperation across jurisdictions that might provide lessons for city regions that do not
require mergers? Are there models for management of global common goods – such as
watersheds, that do not involve legislative powers? Are there models based on consensus
and voluntary agreements across sectors that show promise for influencing decision
making related to sustainability? Three Canadian cases are presented: the Greater
Vancouver Regional District; the Fraser Basin Council; and the National Round Table on
the Environment and Economy. The models are assessed using UN-HABITAT’s criteria
for good governance. The findings, along with pertinent literature and experience on
governance and capacity building, yield observations and recommendations about their
application to other cities.
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