EJQ3 - Winter 2025 - Journal - Page 29
BROWNFIELDS, OR “SITES WITH PERSONALITIES” as they are a昀昀ectionately referred to in the brown昀椀elds community, are properties that were
once contaminated, under-utilized, or undeveloped, usually in an urban or
industrial setting. They are notoriously di昀케cult sites to remediate and redevelop, requiring a signi昀椀cant amount of planning and perseverance. But
the hard work is well worth it and there’s a growing appreciation for them
as we address the needs for more housing and improved infrastructure.
The annual Brownie Awards provide a forum for recognizing and celebrating outstanding brown昀椀eld projects, people, and policies that have helped
revitalize these sites across Canada. The awards shine a light on how these
renewed residential, commercial, industrial, and open space projects contribute to the growth and resilience of healthy cities and municipalities.
This year, the Brownie Awards, which are presented through the partnership of the Canadian Brown昀椀elds Network (CBN) and Actual Media
Inc. (parent company of Environment Journal), selected Judy Lam to be
the recipient of the prestigious Brown昀椀elder of the Year award.
BROWNFIELD PROJECT BEFORE AND AFTER:
THE KIWI CONDOS BENEFITED FROM
INCENTIVES FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
AMONG CHANGES TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL
REMEDIATION AND SITE ENHANCEMENT
(ERASE) INITIATIVE.
Lam has made a mark by digging in her heels to overcome roadblocks to
environmental remediation and urban revitalization.
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