Sharing rural research, connecting rural research stakeholders
Partager la recherche rurale et mettre en réseau ses partenaires
Source:Landscape and Urban Planning.
"Our research explores second-home owners as contributors to processes of amenity migration. (...) second-home owners’ desire for privacy and escape is reflected in patterns of spatial isolation among second homes in the study area. These patterns have potentially significant ecological effects."
"Second-home owners also seek to protect their investments by supporting regulations which support their version of a rural idyll. Therefore, policy-makers should be wary of strategies to promote regulations which promote aesthetic rather than social and ecological function."
Michelle C. Kondoa, Rebeca Riverab, and Stan Rullman Jr. (2012). Protecting the idyll but not the environment: Second homes, amenity migration and rural exclusion in Washington State. Landscape and Urban Planning. Available online 29 March 2012.
WWW: www.sciencedirect.com/science/journal/01692046
Source: Small Cities Imprint.
"Rural/small communities are facing a time of transition. They are re-envisioning and repositioning themselves through diversifying their economic base, enhancing quality of life, and reinventing themselves for new functions and roles. Issues of retaining and engaging youth, attracting new residents and businesses, and maintaining community vitality and identity overarch these efforts."
"There is awareness that with many traditional resource-based industries in jeopardy, rural communities must look to develop not only new sources of wealth, but a new sense of self, and this is where arts and culture can play a key role in community sustainability. Arts, culture, and heritage are increasingly viewed not only as amenities to improve the quality of life, but as a foundation upon which the future of these rural/small communities rests. In this context, this paper presents a broad overview of key themes in the literature on cultural development in rural and small communities, based on a review of Canadian and international projects and publications."
Read full study.
WWW: http://smallcities.tru.ca
Source: Small Cities Imprint.
"This study compares how two small communities in rural settings tried to promote sustained economic development by capitalizing on local music festivals."
"Merritt, British Columbia, Canada, home to a large country music event, focused on place branding, marketing, and related entertainment initiatives. Hultsfred, Sweden, in contrast, used its iconic rock festival to create a year-round music industry cluster called RockCity."
The study argues that "the alternative strategies reflect fundamental differences in economic development policies and governance structures." It subsequently "question whether RockCity-like cluster initiatives are possible in the Canada without coordinated tools and programs for supporting cultural industries in small communities."
Read full study.
WWW: http://smallcities.tru.ca/
Source: Mountain Research and Development.
"The provincial government of British Columbia (BC) has proactively pursued resort development opportunities in its interior towns. Traditionally dependent on extractive industries such as forestry and mining, many interior mountain communities in BC are increasingly looking toward tourism and resort-induced economic opportunities."
Fueled by the movement of amenity seekers, primarily from urban areas, resort development in mountain communities has triggered several internal and external pressures. This exploratory study examines growth trends in the mountain resort industry in 5 communities in BC: Fernie, Golden, Kimberley, Rossland, and Revelstoke. The analysis is based on secondary data, followed by field visits during the months of June and July 2006, which included 30 qualitative interviews with the mayors, planners, residents, and other stakeholders in the tourism and resort sectors. Research results indicate a significant growth in resort-induced development, primarily to attract second home owners and seasonal tourists.
Read full article. Sanjay K. Nepal and Tazim B. Jamal. Resort-induced Changes in Small Mountain Communities in British Columbia, Canada. Mountain Research and Development 2011 31 (2), 89-101.
WWW: www.bioone.org/toc/mred/31/2
Source: RuralBC Secretariat and the Local Government Department.
March 31, 2011, 10:00am - 11:30am PST. Where most rural areas are struggling to keep their population base, others appear to be attracting new residents who are motivated by the quality of life in rural areas. Amenity-based rural development (ABRD) has been emerging as a new approach to rural revitalization both internationally and in the Canadian context.
In short, the approach advocates for the identifi cation and use of natural and cultural amenities within a region to attract people, ideas and investment. This infusion of human, intellectual and fi nancial capital is a new economic and social development driver in rural British Columbia. Where former approaches to rural development focused on the extraction and exportation of natural resources from rural areas, ABRD relies on the protection, promotion and valorization of natural and cultural amenities to attract people (and fi nancial resources) into rural areas. New imperatives and opportunities for economic development emerge within the amenity based rural economy.
Speakers will include:
• Dr. Nicole L. Vaugeois, BC Regional Innovation Chair in Tourism and Sustainable Rural Development at Vancouver Island University
• Michael C. McLaughlin, Lead Economist, Rural Futures Associates
Registration / Details.
WWW: www.ruralbc.gov.bc.ca
Source: BC Rural Tourism Conference.
The BC Rural Tourism Conference: Broadening Our Horizons: Amenities, regional development and collaboration will be held April 19-21st in 108 Mile House, BC. The successful development of tourism in rural areas is driven by the creative use of natural and cultural amenities. These amenities make rural areas attractive places to visit, relocate or invest. Amenity based rural development is a new way of thinking about the future of rural areas. Instead of viewing them as home to resources that are extracted and exported out, we are now thinking of rural areas as home to numerous amenities that can be consumed by different audiences that must be imported into rural areas (such as visitors). As rural areas become more aware of the potential role of amenities in driving development, they are also asking questions about what works and how to deal with the sometimes unintended consequences of amenity use. This conference will provide a venue for those interested in the protection, promotion and use of natural and cultural amenities to come together, engage in dialogue and explore new ideas and solutions.
Conference themes:
* Private sector perspectives - are businesses able to capitalize on natural and cultural amenities?
* Grassroots initiatives – identification and use of amenities in regional tourism development
* Planning considerations – are we balancing the promotion and protection of tourism amenities?
* Marketing - what amenities should rural areas market, to who and how?
* Policy and program supports – are they working or do they need realignment?
For more information on the conference visit www.ruraltourismconference.com
Source: Thompson Rivers University, University of Northern BC and Vancouver Island University
Thompson Rivers University, Vancouver Island University and the University of Northern BC are pleased to extend this reminder of the Call for Submissions for the Rural Tourism Conference 2011.
Presentation options include: posters, oral presentations, experiential workshops or panel discussions (see attachment for details). Potential audience members include those working in: community economic development, tourism marketing/management, government, non profit and academia.
Conference Theme: BROADENING OUR HORIZONS: AMENITIES, REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND COLLABORATION
Location: Hills Health Ranch, 108 Mile House, British Columbia
Date: April 19-21, 2011
Conference Website: www.ruraltourismconference.com
Deadline for workshop abstract submissions is January 30, 2011.
Feel free to share this announcement widely with colleagues.
Le texte en français suit l’anglais.
Source: MERX.
The purpose of the research contract is to further the Rural and Co-operatives Secretariat’s understanding of the contribution of amenities-based rural development to sustainable rural development, and, to identify ways to facilitate amenities-based rural development in Canada.
L’objectif de ce contrat de recherche est d’approfondir la compréhension du Secrétariat aux affaires rurales et aux coopératives (SARC) concernant la contribution du développement rural axé sur les attraits pour le développement rural durable, et de déterminer les moyens de favoriser le développement rural axé sur les attraits au Canada.
Tender (English).
Appel d'offre(Français).
WWW: www.merx.com
Source: Thompson Rivers University.
Broadening our horizons: Amenities, Regional Development and Collaboration. The 2nd Annual Conference, April 19-21, 2011, Hills Health Ranch, 108 Mile House, BC.
The successful development of tourism in rural areas is driven by the creative use of natural and cultural amenities. These amenities make rural areas attractive places to visit, relocate or invest.
Amenity based rural development is a new way of thinking about the future of rural areas. Instead of viewing them as home to resources that are extracted and exported out, we are now thinking of rural areas as home to numerous amenities that can be consumed by different audiences that must be imported into rural areas (such as visitors). As rural areas become more aware of the potential role of amenities in driving development, they are also asking questions about what works and how to deal with the sometimes unintended consequences of amenity use.
This conference will provide a venue for those interested in the protection, promotion and use of natural and cultural amenities to come together, engage in dialogue and explore new ideas and solutions.
Conference themes:
* Private sector perspectives - are businesses able to capitalize on natural and cultural amenities?
* Grassroots initiatives – identification and use of amenities in regional tourism development
* Planning considerations – are we balancing the promotion and protection of tourism amenities?
* Marketing - what amenities should rural areas market, to who and how?
* Policy and program supports – are they working or do they need realignment?
Call for Submissions
Conference website.
Le texte en français suit l’anglais.
Source: CID / BDC.
The Community Information Database (CID) Team is pleased to announce the following new data and features available at: www.cid-bdc.ca
* 82 indicators from the 2006 Census of Agriculture
* 83 indicators on Co-operatives for 1996, 2001, 2006
* Census rural and Census urban population for 2006
* 35 indicators from the Canadian Community Health Survey for 2003, 2005, 2007, 2008
* 1996, 2001, and 2006 Census of Population indicators by Health Region
* Socio-economic snapshots and territorial profiles for Health Regions
* Socio-economic snapshots for all communities which benchmark against similar types of communities
* Amenities - National Parks and National Historic Sites
* Graphs and tables showing 1996, 2001, and 2006 Census of Population by rural, urban, and Metropolitan Influenced Zone (MIZ)
* Improved searching for communities
The Community Information Database is a free Internet-based tool providing consistent and reliable social, economic and demographic data for all communities and regions across Canada.
The CID was developed by the Rural and Co-operatives Secretariat in collaboration with provincial, territorial and community partners. It is part of the Government of Canada’s ongoing support to rural and remote communities.
We would welcome your comments on the CID. We would be particularly interested in hearing how the CID is useful to you. Please send an email to: cid-bdc@agr.gc.ca
WWW: www.cid-bdc.ca
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L’équipe de la Base de données sur les collectivités (BDC) est heureuse d’annoncer les nouvelles données et fonctions suivantes offertes sur le site : www.cid-bdc.ca.
* 82 indicateurs du Recensement de l’agriculture 2006
* 83 indicateurs des coopératives pour 1996, 2001 et 2006
* Population rurale au recensement et urbaine au recensement pour 2006
* 35 indicateurs de l'Énquête sur la santé cans les collectivités canadiennes pour 2003, 2005, 2007 et 2008
* Indicateurs des recensements de la population 1996, 2001 et 2006 par région sanitaire
* Portraits et instantanés socioéconomiques des régions sanitaires
* Instantanés socioéconomiques de l’ensemble des collectivités qui se comparent à des types similaires de collectivités
* Attraits - Parcs et lieux historiques nationaux
* Graphiques et tableaux illustrant le Recensement de la population des régions rurales et urbaines et des zones d’influence des régions métropolitaines (ZIM) pour 1996, 2001 et 2006
* Recherche améliorée pour les collectivités
La Base de données sur les collectivités est une ressource en ligne gratuite qui donne accès à des données sociales, économiques et démographiques fiables et cohérentes sur toutes les collectivités et les régions du Canada.
La BDC a été élaborée par le Secrétariat rural en collaboration avec des partenaires provinciaux, territoriaux et communautaires. Elle fait partie du soutien continu du gouvernement du Canada aux collectivités rurales et éloignées.
Vos commentaires sur la BDC sont les bienvenus. Nous sommes tout particulièrement intéressés de la façon dont la BDC vous est utile. Veuillez nous envoyer un courriel à l’adresse suivante : cid-bdc@agr.gc.ca
WWW: www.cid-bdc.ca
Source: ERS/USDA.
The rural outdoors has become a major asset for rural communities—and a key advantage that some rural areas have over urban areas.
The rural outdoors can be enhanced through the construction of recreation facilities, but undeveloped rural landscapes have appeal on their own, both for recreation and as attractive places to live. This briefing room looks at the appeal of rural landscapes, the importance of forest landscape preferences, and the role of scenic amenities across the rural-urban continuum.
Full Briefing.
