Sessional Lecturer - PLAHF: Land Use Planning; FCE

Sessional Lecturer - PLA
1656H1F:
Land Use Planning (0.25 FCE)

Date Posted: 07/06/2026

Req : 49191

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science

Department: Department of Geography and Planning

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Existing Vacancy: Yes

Course: PLA
1656H1F:
Land Use Planning:
Principles and Practice

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 contemporary planning 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.

Estimate of course enrollment: 30

Estimate of TA Support: None

Class

Schedule:

Mondays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Sessional dates of appointment: September 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026

Category

Sessional Lecturer I $4,998.74 (includes 4% vacation pay)

Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term $5,349.61 (includes 6% vacation pay)

Sessional Lecturer II $5,349.61 (includes 6% vacation pay)

Sessional Lecturer II – Long Term $5,476.98 (includes 6% vacation pay)

Sessional Lecturer III $5,476.98 (includes 6% vacation pay)

Sessional Lecturer III – Long Term $5,614.45 (includes 6% vacation pay)

*** This posting is for two (2) 0.25 FCE positions to co‑teach this course.

Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Minimum Qualifications:

A professional master's degree in urban planning is required. Substantial professional planning experience in either the public or private sector is required. Candidates must possess demonstrated knowledge of land use planning, including the Ontario planning framework, planning legislation, policy development and implementation, and the application of planning tools to contemporary planning issues.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional planning experience in the public sector is preferred. Previous university-level experience as a sole or co‑instructor is preferred. Previous graduate-level university teaching is strongly preferred. Registration as a Registered Professional Planner (RPP), or eligibility for registration, is an asset.

Brief Description of 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; and performing other instructional duties associated with the delivery of the course.

Closing Date: 07/29/2026

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