Thinking Beyond the Market - Free film screening and panel discussion
The Town of Wolfville is sponsoring a free community film night at Al Whittle. Please join us for a screening of Thinking Beyond the Market, a film that inspires and challenges us to think about the root causes of the housing crisis and transformative solutions. The film will be followed by a panel discussion.
This film takes you across Canada to learn about policies, programs and projects that are already happening and already having a positive impact on addressing the housing crisis. From using public land to build non-market housing in Kitchener and Whistler, and inspiring Indigenous-led projects in Vancouver, to strong tenant protections and rent control in British Columbia and Prince Edward Island, the examples featured in this film demonstrate how many important solutions are making a difference in communities big and small! The film features interviews with more than 30 planners, policymakers, politicians, developers, residents and housing advocates from coast to coast. The film inspires and challenges us to think about both the root causes of the housing crisis and transformative solutions.
Click here to learn more about this film https://www.housingfilm.ca/about
*What is non-market housing?
Non-market housing refers to housing that is owned and operated by a registered non-profit, co-operative housing and/or publicly owned housing (ex. Housing nova scotia).
Panel Discussion following the film
Moderator: Connor Wallace, Principal – zzap Architecture and Planning
Connor is a Principal at zzap, a multidisciplinary architecture and planning firm located in his home community of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. He has over a decade of experience in urban planning and design, with a focus on collaborative and sustainable placemaking through land development. Connor is also a part-time instructor and faculty member of the Dalhousie University School of Planning, where he graduated with honours in Urban Design and Sustainability.
Panelists:
Mitchell Archibald is an experienced non-profit leader focused on driving change and social impact. Mitchell is the Executive Director of Student Housing Nova Scotia, a non-profit organization that has been providing low-cost housing to students for nearly 60 years. Mitchell is passionate about addressing housing barriers and enhancing opportunities for students and young people, and is committed to increasing the capacity of the non-profit housing sector in Nova Scotia by fostering growth and resilience.
Mitchell holds a Master of Public Administration from Dalhousie University and a Bachelor of Commerce from Saint Mary’s University. In 2024, he was named one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Innovators Under 30. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mitchell actively contributes to the community through various board roles, including the Board of the Nova Scotia Non-Profit Housing Association.
Leanne Jennings, Executive Director, Open Arms
Leanne Jennings is passionate about community development and co-creating communities where no one is left behind. With a background in placemaking, outdoor recreation, community engagement, and municipal land use planning, Leanne brings a holistic perspective to her role as Executive Director at Open Arms.
She joined Open Arms in February 2024 and has been steadfast in her commitment to fulfilling the organization’s mission while positioning the organization for its next phase of growth and impact.
Additional bios to follow.
