Canley place based profile

The Community Information Directory is also a useful tool for knowing what groups, events and activities are happening in the area.

The Community Resilience Team has worked with a variety of groups to gain funding and support in Canley, below is a table of groups and assets known to the team in the area at the time of writing.

“Build on the success of City of Culture, a lot of the events really transformed my way of thinking and opened my eyes to different cultural experiences and by continuing to bring them to the city it will bring great economic benefit.”

The legacy of the city of culture was identified as having a positive impact on the city.  Building on the success of the City of Culture is essential, as many of the events had a profound impact, transforming perspectives and opening residents' eyes to diverse cultural experiences. These events not only enriched the lives of those who participated but also demonstrated the potential for significant economic benefits by drawing in visitors and boosting local businesses. One of the most powerful aspects of the City of Culture was the focus on telling the stories of ordinary citizens, which resonated with the community and highlighted the importance of supporting and celebrating the everyday lives of people. The events were successful in fostering a stronger sense of community and inclusivity, while also contributing to the cultural and economic vitality of the city.

Residents in Canley emphasised the importance of having their voices heard and the opportunity to engage in matters that are meaningful to them. They highlighted the need for greater inclusion of older voices, which they feel are often overlooked in community discussions. To address this, residents identified a need for better advertising and outreach to ensure broader participation and awareness of local events.

“Support voluntary organisations and youth groups particularly in areas of diversity”

“More and better publicity for Coventry's achievements and successes.”

The areas diversity is highlighted as an asset; however, more can be done to ensure community integration. Residents raised concerns about the lack of support to smaller voluntary organisations, especially those that provide youth provision. “The key is integration, tolerance and economic growth associated with pride in Coventry which is lacking.” Ensuring there is enough space to ensure community groups thrive was considered vital in creating a cohesive community.

More services in more deprived neighbourhoods. Some residents felt that it was important to “prioritise services and spending on the poorest / most disadvantaged neighbourhoods” ensuring every residents have equal opportunities and access to support and care.

Relationships were viewed as integral to community spirit. There are several projects based in Canley to promote working together and community cohesion. The University of Warwick has over 1,000 students engaging with the community in Coventry and Leamington on a variety of different projects. Due to its proximity with Canley it has based some of its projects within the local community here. Projects include helping the community church with the food bank; a pop-up café; and the upkeep of Canley green.