Geography]]> The purpose of this paper is to assess the issue of waste management in Stanhope Township and compare it to waste management practices in other regions of Ontario. Background to the Township itself and its current waste management endeavour is outlined, followed by a discussion of the changing waste management structure within Ontario. The most prominent waste management practices worldwide are illustrated pointing out both the positive and negative attributes of each and focusing on the relevant environmental, economic, and social aspects. A discussion of how bioregionalism correlates with the principles of a waste-reduced society is presented. In conclusion, suggestions aimed specifically at Stanhope Township are put forth.

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A discussion of methodology prepares the way for an analysis of secondary research focusing on community interaction and the philosophical views regarding the road. The history of the controversy is examined and arguments both "for" and "against" are outlined. Results of a circulated survey portraying residents' attitudes are included and finally, recommendations are suggested.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Host contact: Cox, Rick; Haig, Roy]]> Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies]]>

This report, commissioned by the Haliburton County Forest Land Task Force, provides an overview of the economic ""engines"" in Haliburton at the time.

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While an expansion may bring positive benefits to the greater area, the local community may suffer from such impacts as noise and air pollution. The anticipation of further development and traffic in the years following expansion may lead to further social uncertainty and eventually lower the quality of life. The majority of residents have an attachment to the rural characteristics for relaxation and recreational proposes; therefore, their perceived impacts of the airport expansion seem to be less favourable. The effects of an expansion throughout the study area vary according to both demographic characteristics and their perceived lifestyle. However, no significant patterns emerged from the research.

This preliminary assessment does not address the longer term impact of an airport expansion. If an expansion is approved, dissatisfaction among residents may cause further land use conflicts and unforeseen effects. Further development and disruption of the peaceful rural characteristics may affect resident’s decision to remain within the community. The study indicates that an airport expansion in the local community is of high concern among local residents.]]> Host contact: MacInnes, Paul]]> Department: Geography]]> An informative overview of what the social determinants of health are and the factors that determine them. It discusses why the social determinants are important, and how they affect the Canadian health care system. The report also discusses how nursing is relevant to the social determinants of health.

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Beginning with a literature review of the effects of noise on ungulates, the paper moves to present a preliminary field study investigating techniques and feasibility of a study that would explore the effect of snowmobile noise on ungulates within the forest. The final section presents a proposal for a 2003-2004 study of snowmobile noise pollution on white tailed deer disturbance and movement within Haliburton Forest, describing methods, equipment and sampling notes.]]> Host contact: Heaven, Irene]]> Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies]]>
The natural history of the park area with its varied animal and plant life is presented in the context of a discussion of the importance of wetland conservation both generally and in Snowdon Park. Possibilities for future development of this valuable resource conclude the paper.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> The Share the Road Project was a partnership between the County of Haliburton, Haliburton

Highlands Cycling Coalition (HHCC), Communities in Action Committee, HKPR District

Health Unit, Ontario Provincial Police and the municipalities of Dysart et al, Algonquin

Highlands, Minden Hills and Highlands East.

The impetus for the project came from the 2008 Cycling Master Plan for Haliburton County. This report provides a final evaluation of the 2008-2009 Share the Road Campaign in Haliburton County.

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The report also makes recommendation for follow-up student and community projects to continue this work. ]]> Host contact: Bates, Elva]]> Department: Geography]]> Envrionmental Science]]>
This is the first phase of an effort to better understand the level of compliance and inspection in Haliburton County. It includes recommendations for future research.]]>
a) to develop appropriate policies for the conservation & management of natural resources within the study area;

b) to provide for future residential growth;

c) to develop appropriate planning policies and guidelines for new residential, recreational, commercial and industrial use.]]> The ultimate purpose of the research was to bring information and people together to strengthen the community's overall health. The advisory group described the project in the following way:"The health of a community is influenced by a wide range of factors, many of which lie outside traditional definitions of "physical and mental health". These factors, known as the social determinants of health, are the economic and social conditions under which people live that determine their health.

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