Abstract
This paper examines the urban pollution issues face by both Toronto and Beijing. Specifically, the paper considers the geographic or spatial concentration of each and the industrial makeup of each city. As well, some time will be set aside to discuss the environmental concerns that each city must confront and how the two metropolises are developing plans to reduce greenhouse emissions appreciably.

From the Paper
"The urban build forms of the cities of Beijing and Toronto are both quite striking and the next several pages will discuss these forms as well as the environmental challenges (and possible environmental solutions) facing each metropolis. Starting with Beijing, it is clear that city is very much a heavy industrial city dominated by fuel and material processing facilities (Chang, 13). In terms of density (by which we mean population density) it is evident that Beijing has many people crowded into an..."

Tags:beijing, toronto, gases

Abstract
This paper explains that Beijing is very much a heavy industrial city dominated by fuel and material processing facilities with a high population density although signs of western-style suburbanization are appearing. The author points out that Toronto, which is cleaner and less dependent upon massive industrial works, is well-known for carefully weighing the implications of various urban design proposals upon local communities and has a less dense population; however, this city has the problem of more local vehicles causing far too much greenhouse emission. The paper stresses that China is not doing its part to combat global warming. The paper concludes that Beijing's infrastructure pales alongside Toronto's because its mass as a global "mega-city" makes it difficult for city planners to construct a city capable of comfortably accommodating its population.

From the Paper
"At this juncture, it is appropriate to look more closely at Toronto in terms of its urban build form and in terms of commonplace life-style activities in the city that have some environmental impact. Unsurprisingly, the habitation density in the outer part of the city is much lesser than it is within the interior. The buildings are more widely-spaced and more diminutive in height; there are also many plazas and these plazas tend to have small retail stores within their embrace that accommodate almost all of the needs of a local inhabitant. Finally, there is plenty of "green space" in this area."

Tags:suburbanization, greenhouse gas, vehicles industry mega-city

Abstract
This paper comparatively examines the urban forms of Toronto and those of Beijing in the People's Republic of China. The paper particularly emphasizes the environmental problem of air pollution in both cities. The paper argues that the primary source of Beijing's air pollution today is the city's antiquated dependency upon coal as the fuel of choice for both personal use as well as for the vast industries situated near the city. The paper then shows how the solutions developed for the air pollution problem in Toronto could be applied to Beijing.

From the Paper
"One study of Beijing residents' views on this issue yielded surprising results. It was found that the citizens of Beijing proper (i.e., the core of the city, and its more built-up areas) were willing to pay a proposed tax for a reduction in the air pollution of Beijing. Interestingly enough, however, the case was very different in the suburban areas of the city, where residents were not as willing to pay for better air quality. It should be noted that there was a socio-economic difference between these two groups, with the urban dwellers being of a higher class and economic status. (Wang et al 196)."

Tags:coal, atmospheric, urban, automobile

Abstract
This paper comparatively examines the urban forms of Toronto and those of Beijing in the People's Republic of China. In particular, the paper emphasizes the environmental problem of air pollution. The concept of both urban areas being "megacities" is also discussed

From the Paper
"Toronto's politicians and civic leaders frequently refer to Toronto as being a "megacity". However, in comparison to the "megacities" of the global south which support populations and problems far in excess of Toronto's it may seem that a comparison and contrast of elements of the two urban forms would yield little of value. This being said, it may be argued that just as a comparison and contrast of distinct urban forms of the same city - Toronto - render interesting insights into the design of the urban environment, so too may similar comparative analyses of..."

Tags:cities, pollution, urban

Abstract
This paper presents a brief on the issue of urban poverty in, Toronto, Canada's largest city. Specifically, the paper argues that poverty must be addressed quickly - both through an improved remedial education system and via an improved social welfare safety net that distributes monies more efficiently. The paper explores the matter within an international context and suggests that urban poverty is a problem Toronto can overcome, even if other cities have faltered in combating it.

Table of Contents:
Issue
Analysis
Recommendations

From the Paper
"Thirdly, the city of Toronto has no justification for not turning its many brown fields into sites whereupon affordable apartment complexes for low-income individuals can be built. This would be an effective use of available land, would allow the city to make a profit, and would reduce the strain upon the city's over-burdened social welfare and shelter programs. Of all of the recommendations outlined above, giving the less-fortunate the tools they need to fend for themselves is the most productive measure the city can enact if only one option is available."

Tags:welfare, Ontario, affordability, shelters

Abstract
This paper discusses the issue of air pollution in Toronto. The mistakes Toronto is making are observed in a discussion of other cities. Solutions are proposed, but are developed through the three questions.

Abstract
The paper refers to problems of the late 20th century urban growth in Toronto, in keeping with various North American centres. The paper discusses solutions ventured in USA and UK. The paper includes much commentary on the increased class gap in the last decades due to neo-liberal economic planning and policies and the needs to address re-development in ways that unifies the public. The paper has references to hyper-urbanization and its typical dangers, positive correctives in UK/USA and a broad bibliography.

From the Paper
"This paper addresses 20th century cities having grown unchecked that require urgent responses, in relation to the central Canadian city of Toronto. Ideals of urban renewal, or urban `regeneration' point to problems shared by various cities in the developed West, and beyond. A strong argument is made for the more cultural problems of overgrown cities that aggravate other problems, promising worse situations in the future, unless alterations are made. Jane Jacobs noted in, "The Death and Life of Great American Cities," that several American cities had `run their courses', in the forms they had had and needed redevelopment."

Tags:urbanrenewal, classchange, cooperation

Abstract
This paper examines waterfront development in Toronto. In particular, it look at the history of waterfront development in Toronto since the 1970s and at how the current waterfront is falling short as a tourist attraction and as a business enterprise. The paper finally suggests which course of action makes the most sense for Toronto, as it strives to produce a twenty-first century waterfront, and then discusses these options.

From the Paper
"Moving forward, many critics are eager to point out that Toronto's tourism industry has been in a steady free-fall since the late 1990s and that Toronto's waterfront has not done its part in piquing the interest of outside visitors ("Aquarium Yes, Humanitas No," 2005: A18). Such frustration has convinced some that Fong's idea of catering to high-income "yuppies" is misguided; instead of trying to make Toronto's waterfront a place that hi-tech companies and their employees will find desirable, the focus should shift to designating aesthetically-pleasing "green spaces" along the waterfront. In fact, some seem to privilege keeping sections of the waterfront "green" more so than they do the idea of turning it into a place for low-income housing (Stefanovic, 2002: 304-315)."

Tags:harbor, Yonge, Ontario

Abstract
This third year environmental planning course assignment discusses urban sprawl in the greater Toronto area. The paper examines urban sprawl, the Oak Ridges moraine, planning problems and planning solutions. The paper further examines the implementation of the greenbelt plan.

From the Paper
"There are many environmental, social and political issues that can be solved through effective planning. However, some environmental, urban and political problems have been caused by a lack of planning. One of the most potentially disastrous environmental, urban and political issues is urban sprawl. According to William Norton in Human Geography, The term urban sprawl is often used to describe the deconcentration that involves low-density expansion of urban land uses into surrounding rural areas (Norton 418). This rather clinical definition is misleading because it treats urban sprawl as if it is not problematic."

Tags:sprawl, oak, ridges