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PARK(ing) Day 2011: “My Park Is _____”
If you could describe your local park in one word, what would it be? Quiet? Lush? Dirty? How would you describe Vancouver parks in general? Abundant? Innovative? Needs mowing? What does your park mean to you? Share your thoughts with... Continue reading »
Working Group Profile: Democratic Spaces
On Saturday, Nov. 19, Vancouver’s residents will elect a new municipal government and choose how they want to finance the city’s capital plan (which covers investments in libraries, parks, public transportation, housing, etc.). With the upcoming election and the impact... Continue reading »
Article 12: Film and Panel on Surveillance
“No one shall be subjected to arbitrary interference with his privacy, family, home or correspondence, nor to attacks upon his honour and reputation. Everyone has the right to the protection of the law against such interference or attacks.” – The... Continue reading »
Public Space News & Events – Sept 7, 2011
Labour Day is past, and while the traditional end-to-summer activities are on people’s minds, we’re about to head into a heat-wave! How about that for delayed reaction? The VPSN has a number of things on the go, and wanted to... Continue reading »
More than 1,800 sign petition supporting Robson Square expansion
Vancouver, September 6, 2011 – An ongoing petition initiative led by the Vancouver Public Space Network (VPSN) has found significant public support for expanding Robson Square through the permanent closure of the 800-block of Robson Street to vehicular traffic. Despite... Continue reading »