This report analyzes spatial patterns of public participation with Metro Vancouver's Residential Indoor Wood Burning (RIWB) Bylaw 1303, focusing on gaps in engagement among vulnerable and marginalized populations. Bylaw 1303 was adopted in 2020, with the aim of reducing RIWB emissions and mitigating the negative health and environmental impacts of wood smoke. GIS methods were used to compare the distribution of Bylaw engagement across the region with multiple socio-demographic characteristics.
Partner: Metro Vancouver
Funder: Metro Vancouver
Keywords: climate mitigation, air quality
2025