Sessional Lecturer - PLA1656H1F: Land Use Planning (0.25 FCE)
Course Description
This course introduces students to the statutory and non-statutory components of the planning process, including issues and implications of various planning policies and tools, and the role and responsibilities of key stakeholders. The course provides students with a foundation in the planning framework in Ontario, through a review of the intent of legislation and policy, and a critical discussion of the application of policy to current issues and case studies. With an emphasis on several issues of relevance to municipalities in the Toronto region, it also reviews planning approaches from cities around the world. The course focuses on land-use planning but also explores other key considerations and issues in the planning process.
Duties
- Preparing the course outline and syllabus;
- Delivering lectures;
- Developing and administering course assignments and evaluations;
- Grading assignments and examinations;
- Providing timely feedback to students;
- Holding regular office hours;
- Responding to student inquiries;
- Performing other instructional duties associated with the delivery of the course.
Closing Date and Procedure
To apply, please submit a covering letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (if applicable), the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form (https://uoft.me/CUPE-3902-Unit-3-Application-Form), and the names of two possible references by July 29, 2026 to: OFFICE OF THE CHAIR Department of Geography and Planning Faculty of Arts and Science – University of Toronto 100 St. George Street, Room 5047 Toronto, ON M5S 3G3 Email: jobs.geoplan@utoronto.ca
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.