The Canadian Urban Institute (CUI) is a national organization based in Canada dedicated to building vibrant, equitable, and sustainable cities.
Established in 1990, CUI acts as a platform for collaboration among urban professionals, policymakers, community leaders, and the public, providing research, advocacy, and events that explore and address the challenges and opportunities facing Canadian cities.
[3] Murray stood down following his election to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario in 2010 and was succeeded by former Hamilton mayor Fred Eisenberger, who formally took office on February 7, 2011.
The CUI envisions Canadian cities as places where all residents can thrive, supported by resilient infrastructure, equitable access to resources, and inclusive public spaces.
[1][6] In 2021, the institute launched My Main Street, a two-year program to revitalize cites' economies by providing small businesses with market research and $10,000.