Advocacy, education and outreach in support of Vancouver's public spaces

Translink fares going up? Have your say!

You may have heard that Translink has proposed a fare increase for January 2013. What you might not know is that Translink has requested public input on the proposed changes. Translink points out that by January 2013, it will have... Continue reading »

February 13, 2012   |   0 comments
Picture 024- Opt This week at Council – February 13 and beyond

Our biweekly round-up of the public space-related items appearing in front of City Council and the Park Board. In this edition: Capital Budget, Community Services Grants Local Improvements – Sidewalks and Speed bumps, oh my! Artists and Studio Space A... Continue reading »

February 12, 2012   |   0 comments
Is Vancouver Getting a Permanent Indoor Farmers’ Market?

Vancouver’s City Market, est. 1908 in South False Creek Metro Vancouver is no stranger to farmers’ markets, yet it has been decades since we had a permanent building where local farmers could sell their produce. Over 100 years ago, one... Continue reading »

February 9, 2012   |   0 comments
City launches road safety program: Aim to reduce preventable road collisions, injuries and fatalities

(Press release from the City of Vancouver) City launches road safety program: Aim to reduce preventable road collisions, injuries and fatalities The City of Vancouver today launched People are Fragile, a new safety awareness program to raise the profile of... Continue reading »

February 8, 2012   |   0 comments
Bartholomew 1 Calling all urban design enthusiasts… Join us for a Wednesday evening collaboration

Are you interested in urban design issues in Vancouver? Do your eyes light up when you hear the words “urban fabric”? Are you keen to meet other folks who are interested in the design, planning and use of Vancouver’s public... Continue reading »

February 6, 2012   |   0 comments