Suburbs: Modern heritage in the age of sustainable development

Emerging out of the optimism of the post-war period as an example of urban planning that prioritizes quality of life, our modern suburbs are getting on in years. Some have gained historical value. Many are reinventing themselves. This lecture in collaboration with Héritage Montréal, addresses the fight against urban sprawl and climate change, how to recognise suburbs and how to adapt or densify them without denaturing them?

With:

• Lucie K. Morisset, Professor and Chair Holder of the Canada Research Chair in Urban Heritage, School of Management, UQAM
• Nathalie Martin, Associate Director, Urban Planning Department, City of Laval
• Guy Vadeboncoeur, Ph. D., FAMC, Vice-President, Société de développement culturel de Terrebonne