Description:
The Maurice Facey Lecture returns to Kingston with a timely and transformative conversation on urban development and placemaking. This year’s distinguished speaker is Brent Toderian, former Chief City Planner for Vancouver and a globally recognized expert in urban planning and city-building.
Toderian will share bold ideas and global best practices, drawing from his extensive work with cities around the world. His lecture will focus on how Kingston’s downtown waterfront can be reimagined and revitalized to reach its full potential, inspiring a new vision for Jamaica’s urban future.
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025
- Venue: The Jamaica Conference Centre
- Admission: Free with registration required (www.bit.ly/mfls2025)
The Maurice Facey Lecture continues its tradition of fostering critical dialogue on city-making, sustainability, and design excellence. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to engage with one of the foremost voices in urban planning and explore innovative strategies for shaping a vibrant, inclusive Kingston.
