World Town Planning Day 2026

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Great communities are built on planning: Together We Deliver, Together We Thrive, Together We Sustain.

Join the Dalhousie School of Planning for an evening celebrating World Town Planning Day 2026, a global recognition of the role planning plays in creating vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive communities.

Hear from renowned global urbanist and 8 80 Cities founder Gil Penalosa as he shares his vision for creating healthier, more livable, and inclusive communities. Attendees can also explore an interactive Urban Museum Exhibit showcasing student work and ideas about city-building. A networking reception for Planning students, alumni, employers, and planning professionals will follow the keynote.

Explore big questions about the places we live, work, and gather, and discover how planning shapes our communities today and influences the cities and regions of tomorrow.

This is a public event. All are welcome to attend.

Event Schedule

4:00-5:00 p.m. – Urban Museum Exhibit
5:00-6:15 p.m. – Keynote Presentation with Gil Penalosa
6:30-7:30 p.m. – Networking Reception

📍 Richard Murray Design Building
5257 Morris Street, Halifax, NS

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World Town Planning Day 2026

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