Exploring and strengthening urban places for over 20 years

Dr. Wes Kinghorn is the founder of an urban research/digital imaging/project design communication company based in London, Ontario. For over 20 years Wes has worked with city planners, engineers, neighbourhoods and the development community on unique urban design projects across Canada and around the world. 

Wes holds a PhD in Urban Geography from Western University.  He is an Assistant Professor at Western University (Geography of Tourism) and a Postdoctoral Scholar in Public History. He has also taught Urban Social Geography at Western as well as digital imaging for urban design at Fanshawe College.

Wes is the past President of the Urban League of London (a registered charity/umbrella organization that includes over 40 neighbourhood associations and community organizations) and he remains on the Board of Directors.  He is also the past Chair of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage, and past Chair of the Woodfield Community Association.  Wes has been the local organizer of Jane's Walks in London, and has served on several other local boards and committees dealing with urban issues.

Wes is a frequent speaker at civic gatherings.  Topics include engaging urban environments, place making, heritage preservation, and working to ensure that all voices are heard on matters of civic importance.