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SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.

The world’s population is constantly increasing. To accommodate everyone, we need to build modern, sustainable cities. Goal 11 is about using new, intelligent urban planning to create safe, affordable and resilient cities with green and culturally inspiring living conditions.

SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

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100s

of children from the Jane-Finch community annually access sporting programs and childhood diabetes clinics via York Lions

200+

public event days for music,
drama and other
performing arts
(2023-2024)

Proud collaborator with the City of Toronto on Doors Open Toronto, offering free public access to York’s iconic spaces

80%

of commuters arrive at campus via sustainable transport

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