Welcome to the Department of Geography and Planning!
Geography and Planning is an interdisciplinary department where teaching and research explore the relationships between human beings and the world around them. We provide meaningful, experiential learning opportunities for students to address real-world challenges, including climate change, environmental change, and planning for healthy communities. The Department of Geography and Planning offers undergraduate (BA, BSc) and graduate (MSc, MA, PhD) degree programs in Geography, and a top-ranking professional Master of Planning (MPL) graduate program through our School of Urban and Regional Planning (SURP).
In Geography and Planning, you’ll have the chance to:
- Collaborate with distinguished faculty to explore your academic interests.
- Tackle real-world problems through coursework, class trips, and field research opportunities.
- Work in our renowned Geographic Information Science lab, where you can use real-time geospatial data to address issues in planning, geography, archaeology, government, and more!
- Participate in experiential learning opportunities where you’ll engage with local organizations to see how your studies benefit communities, to prepare you for diverse career opportunities.
Geography and Planning are all about relationships with place, as it applies to society and earth systems.
There’s a place for you in Geography and Planning!
News and Events
Date Published: Mar 01, 2025
Robert Gilbert Post-Doctoral Fellowship
GPPL invites applications from excellent junior scholars conducting research in Earth System Science (the traditional disciplines of Physical Geography, or environmental research, or the impact of human activity on he Earth System) to apply for the Robert Gilbert PD Fellowship.
Date Published: Nov 20, 2024
Department of Geography and Planning Seminar Series
Dr. Anne-Marie Veillette presents "Urban Affective Atmospheres and Women's Politics of Urban Transformation in Rio De Janeiro's Favelas"
Date Published: Oct 18, 2024
Rachel Barber and Caley Savage awarded Ontario Professional Planners Institute PlanON Awards
Congratulations to Rachel Barber (PhD) received the PlanON Innovative Research Award and to Caley Savage for being awarded the Gerald Carrothers Scholarship.
Date Published: Oct 17, 2024
Dr. Christopher Omelon awarded the John G. Freeman Excellence Award
Dr. Chris Omelon received the prestigious 2023/24 Society of Graduate and Professional Students John G. Freeman Excellence Award!
Date Published: Oct 17, 2024
Dr. Maxwell Hartt awarded the Early Career Mentor Award from The Education University of Hong Kong
Dr. Maxwell Hartt is the recipient of the Early Career Mentor Award from The Education University of Hong Kong. The award recognizes Dr. Hartt’s outstanding commitment to supporting emerging scholars.
Date Published: Sep 24, 2024
Dr. George Lovell receives an Award of Public Recognition
Congratulations to Dr. George Lovell who was honoured with an Award of Public Recognition for his research, teaching, and publications on the history of Central America.