Geometry and Spatial Interaction

This paper explores the relations between regional shape geometry and internal regional geometry affiliated with spatial interaction. Because properties of these two geometries are difficult to measure, various indices are calculated. Using the canonical correlation technique, the study then analyzes the relationship between these two geometries. This yields two interesting findings: (1) that a relationship does exist between the two types of geometry, and (2) that a connectivity matrix depicting geographic configuration can, in part, measure the regional shape involved. The research employs data for the journey to work in 24 selected Canadian urban areas.