MPA Major Research Papers
Date of Award
10-1-2010
Degree Type
Major Research Paper
Degree Name
Master of Public Administration
Program
Political Science
Supervisor
Cobban, Tim
Geographical Areas
London, Ontario
Abstract
This paper examines whether the facilitation of public participation in local government is a worthwhile objective, using public engagement in the Meadowlily Secondary Plan in London, Ontario as a case study. An online survey was administered to citizens who participated in the City’s land use planning process. The findings reveal that by participating in decision-making, citizens learned about the processes and responsibilities of municipal government, in addition to other forms of learning, which demonstrates that the facilitation of public participation in municipal government is indeed a worthwhile objective.
Recommended Citation
Hurley, Michael, "Public Participation in Canadian Local Government: A Study of the Meadowlily Secondary Plan Process in London, Ontario" (2010). MPA Major Research Papers. 91.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/lgp-mrps/91