As the world becomes increasingly urbanized, with cities accounting for the majority of the population growth and economic activity, the topic of smart and sustainable urban development inevitably emerges. With that comes a renewed interest in opportunities for improved efficiency and livability through “smart” interventions, activities, and technolog- ical development. Although a universally accepted definition of a “smart city” does not exist, ICTC defines this concept as a community that uses technology to guide operational efficiencies with the aims of improving the quality of life and services for its residents.
In Canada, the notion of a smart city is increasingly gaining momentum, with one of the most significant recent developments being the Government of Canada’s Smart Cities Challenge. Although the winners of this challenge were announced in the spring of 2019, this competition was notable because it helped communities of all sizes and across all re- gions explore technology-based initiatives that c
