Philosophers' Café
Democracy and planning
While active participation in the national democratic process might seem impossible, there are few barriers to participation in local district and city planning. We claim to value democracy, yet few of us take advantage of what it offers. Why? Come discuss how citizens can be more involved in the community planning process with Tegan Smith, the North Vancouver district transportation planner.
Co-sponsored by Lynn Valley Public Library
Date(s): Wednesday, March 14 2012, 7 pm
Location: Lynn Valley Main Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Road, North Vancouver | Map
Admission: Free
Related topic(s): Liberal Arts and Sciences
Moderator
Mark Battersby teaches at Capilano University. He is endlessly curious about humans and the world, and he is deeply committed to helping people think more reasonably about complex issues.
About the Philosophers' Café
Philosophers’ Café is a series of informal public discussions in libraries, cafés, and restaurants throughout Metro Vancouver. The cafés, which are open to everyone, have brought dialogue and discussion to thousands of people who are interested in exploring issues from the absurd to the sublime. To learn more about the Philosophers’ Café, please visit their website.
Questions?
Email: csreg@sfu.ca
Phone: 778-782-8000