THE NEPTIS FOUNDATION
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The Neptis Foundation
The Neptis Foundation is a Canadian nonprofit organization and registered charity based in Toronto, Ontario. Established in 1996, it operates as an independent, privately capitalized charitable foundation focused on conducting and publishing nonpartisan research on urban regions, particularly in the Greater Toronto Area and the broader Greater Golden Horseshoe region, one of Canada's largest and fastest-growing metropolitan areas[1][3].
Mission and Activities
The foundation's primary mission is to provide objective data collection, analysis, and mapping related to the design, function, and future development of urban regions. It aims to inform public discussions and policymaking on matters that affect the quality of life in these regions by offering evidence-based insights into land use, transportation, and environmental policies[1][4].
One of its key contributions is the development and maintenance of the Neptis Geoweb, an interactive mapping platform that integrates diverse policy, administrative, and census data. This platform helps users visualize and understand the complex forces shaping the city-region, enabling public engagement with urban planning issues through navigation, highlighting, and commentary functionalities[2].
Structure and Registration
The Neptis Foundation is registered under the Business Registration Number 889409777RR0001 and complies with the requirements set by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as a charitable organization. It is privately funded and operates independently from governmental bodies[3][5].
Impact
By facilitating access to reliable urban data and fostering informed debate, the Neptis Foundation contributes to sustainable urban development and planning in Canada’s largest metropolitan areas. Its research supports policymakers, academics, and the general public in understanding urban growth patterns and making decisions aligned with long-term regional well-being[1][4].
[1] https://neptis.org [2] https://www.neptisgeoweb.org/about [3] https://fconline.foundationcenter.org/fdo-grantmaker-profile/?collection=grantmakers&activity=result&key=NEPT002 [4] https://my.charitableimpact.com/charities/the-neptis-foundation [5] https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/the-neptis-foundation/
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Great insights from The Neptis Foundation on urban growth! Understanding the shift in employment patterns is crucial for creating sustainable future cities. Let's advocate for thoughtful planning! 🌍✨detail |
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Loving the new Neptis Geoweb platform! It’s amazing to see how data can drive smarter urban decisions. Knowledge is power when it comes to shaping our communities! 🏙️📈detail |
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1. How can urban planning strategies be adapted to address the hyperconcentration of knowledge-based activities in downtown Toronto, while still promoting balanced growth in surrounding urban and suburban areas?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
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2. What role do interactive mapping platforms like the Neptis Geoweb play in shaping public policy and engaging citizens in discussions about urban development in the Greater Golden Horseshoe?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
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Jump to navigation Latest Briefs Planning the Next GGH Planning the Next GGH analyses and maps the geography of employment and potential disruption across the Greater Golden Horseshoe GGH region. The report shows that the extended region is in the midst of a dramatic shift where a more balanced pattern of urban and suburban employment growth has given way to the hyperconcentration of knowledgebased activities in and around downtown Toronto. This pattern which compares change in. Rethinking Sprawl Preliminary findings from the Neptis Foundation showing how four major Canadian cities have grown in the past 20 years indicate that while the populations of the Vancouver Edmonton Calgary and Toronto cityregions continue to expand the rate at which new land is being urbanized at the edge has decreased over time sometimes quite dramatically.
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