Episode Description

In this episode, we sit down with Laura Manes, a strategic change agent with over 20 years of experience in retail and consumer brand innovation. Laura shares her insights on how Toronto can reclaim its status as a Challenger City. We discuss the importance of human-centric design, the need to focus on often overlooked stakeholders, and how vibrant local neighborhoods can foster community engagement. Laura also highlights successful urban planning examples from other cities and offers her vision for a more dynamic and inclusive Toronto.

Key Topics:

• Toronto’s Transition: How the city lost its way with the overdevelopment of sterile condo towers.
• Human-Centric Design: The importance of focusing on children, families, and lower-inco ...