App: Alberta Affordability Atlas
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Mission Statement
The goal of this project is to provide a visual representation of the cost of living compared to the median income throughout various locations in Alberta in a manner that is clear, accurate, and easy to interpret for individuals that do not have prior knowledge on the topic. The intention behind this is to convey the varying yearly costs of different necessities that an individual would purchase throughout the year, and compare it to the median income observed in the same location. This allows for a comprehensive overview of which areas are affordable and unaffordable within the province of Alberta.
Video Presentation
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Team Members
Julian Coleman-Hike: (Right) Julian is a third year student at Western University studying Geography. His interests lie in the field of city and transportation planning, more specifically examining how the presence or absence of sufficient urban infrastructure can shape the everyday routines of residents.
Maggie Chen: (Left) Maggie is a third year student at Western university, completing an honours specialisation in pathology with a minor in geography. She is passionate about the intersection of her specialties and how a person’s living environment can influence their health outcomes, conducting an epidemiological study on how greenspace can be a protective factor for obesity. In her free time, her hobbies include triathlon, crocheting, and drawing.