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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 »
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 »
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 »
Event: Spacing Magazine Launch Party – Tonight!
Wondering how to spend your Friday evening in the big city? Here’s something fun for public space fans: the launch of the second national issue of Spacing magazine! Come on out to Canvas Lounge (99 Powell Street). Not only do... Continue reading »
The Urban Futures Survey
Nobody really likes filling out a survey, but this one is particularly important to people living in Metro Vancouver. The Urban Futures Survey started in 1973. It generated invaluable data on local citizens opinions and values about their region, ultimately... Continue reading »