The early 2020s unleashed a perfect storm on local governments around the world, posing logistical challenges many administrations had never anticipated. Where some communities flailed, others thrived. Epidemics, natural disasters, and economic collapses inspired innovative thinking and creativity from resourceful civic teams who embraced technology, sustainability, and diversity.

In Local Governance in Transition , author Mary Louise McAllister argues that communities hoping to thrive in the future must reimagine what local governance can achieve today. She begins with an overview of how governance evolved in Canada, before examining how interdisciplinary initiatives and policies can nudge cities toward a more sustainable future. From coast to coast to coast, climate change poses existential challenges for Canadian communities. Global awareness and working collaboratively is proving key in finding creative solutions for local governance and sustainability.

McAllister's Local Governance in Transition examines socio-ecological thinking, environmental studies, and the mechanics of government. It discusses the impacts of information and technological systems, collaborative urban planning and policymaking, healthy communities and social justice, and institutional learning. It's an essential text for anyone working toward sustainable cities.