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Pamela Robinson is a Professor and the Interim Director at the School of Urban and Regional Planning at Toronto Metropolitan University. Her research and teaching focus on the complex challenges faced by Canadian communities, particularly in the context of climate change and urban planning. Pamela's current work examines the planning implications of smart cities and the role of new technologies in shaping urban design. She has received notable recognition in her field, including the inaugural Canadian Institute of Planners President’s Award for Academic excellence in 2020. Robinson serves as an advisor to the Toronto Public Library’s Innovation Council and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Metcalf Foundation. Additionally, she has contributed to the academic discourse through her writings in Spacing Magazine and co-edited a book on Future Open Data in 2022. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes bridging the gaps between planning theory and practice, engaging students in community-based learning, and encouraging them to consider the broader implications of their work in enriching urban environments.
Department of Chemical Engineering