Mobility in GTA: Integrating Land Use and Transportation Strategy

Technical Presentation:

Mobility in GTA: Integrating Land Use and Transportation

Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026 - 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Location:

• In-Person at Courtyard Toronto Markham (65 Minthorn Blvd, Markham, ON)

* Venue space is limited. Please register as soon as possible. (Meal and refreshment will be provided.)

Registration: https://Moving_People_In_GTA2026.eventbrite.ca

Event Information:

Traffic congestion costs business and commuters $50 billion per year in the Greater Toronto Area. Developing an effective, long-ranch transportation vision and strategy requires a strong understanding of travel demand, which is fundamentally shaped by land use planning. These two disciplines are deeply interconnected. 

Although our understanding of efficient movement of people has improved, outdated mindsets and practices continue to limit progress. This presentation will explore why transportation challenges cannot be addressed through "conventional" transportation strategies alone. The way people move depends on where they live, work, and play, and what travel options they have. Thoughtful land use planning—one that fully considers the movement of people and goods — is essential to create a vibrant and sustainable community.

Event Breakdown:

6:30 - 6:35 pm  Opening Remarks
6:35 - 7:30 pm  Presentation
7:30 - 8:00 pm  Q & A
8:00 - 8:30 pm  Professional Networking

Our Speaker:


Brian Lee, P.Eng.

Brian is a professional engineer with over 35 years experience in municipal government with a focus on long-range transportation planning, transit strategies, and land use/transportation policies. Brian received this engineering training in the UK and has a master’s degree in Highway and Traffic Engineering from the University of Birmingham, UK.

Regards, 

Vinothkumar Sathyamoorthy, EIT
Director, Business and Community Outreach
PEO York Chapter


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