Samantha Carr works as an intern with SGA’s Land Use and Development team. In this role, she engages with policy research and technical assistance work, including supporting the Form-Based Codes Institute, which advances zoning reform through the use of form-based codes in order to create more livable, healthy, and economically vibrant communities.

A previous GIS Analyst and cartographer, Samantha began engaging with policy research during her time with the National League of Cities, where she supported their Housing & Community development portfolio, notably the Eviction Prevention Learning Lab and associated technical assistance program. This role sparked her passion for public service and instilled a keen interest in exploring how housing policies can be utilized to create a more equitable, sustainable, and resilient future for our communities.

Prior to joining the Land Use and Development team, Samantha worked in the transportation space serving as a regional Transportation Planner with Metrolinx in Toronto, where she advanced service proposals to support the creation of a regional express bus network. She values leveraging a multi-disciplinary perspective when grappling with complex urban issues.

Samantha graduated from McGill University and holds a degree in Urban Systems.