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

Les deux magots Close Up: Pedestrian Advocacy Network

Les Deux Magots (Wikipedia)  When the City of Vancouver went ahead with the separated bike lane trial on Hornby Street, opposition was strong. Local citizens and proprietors argued that the loss of road space, loading zones and curb parking would... Continue reading »

April 29, 2011   |   0 comments
Bing Thom - VAG Concept Bing Thom’s big dig: reimagining Centennial Square

Underground performance space at Centennial Square – Concept by Bing Thom You may have read about architect Bing Thom’s proposal for an underground performance space at the north end of the Vancouver Art Gallery. The idea was announced at a... Continue reading »

April 27, 2011   |   0 comments
Considerations for UBC Rapid Transit Line as Phase 2 Consultations Close

The Vancouver Public Space Network encourages all Vancouver residents to get informed and participate in TransLink’s UBC Line study, for which the second phase has recently closed. TransLink’s Evaluation Summary assesses the different qualities of each proposed alternative. In the course... Continue reading »

April 22, 2011   |   0 comments
VPSN Transportation Working Group – meeting tonight

Interested in transportation issues – walking, biking, transit and more? Join the VPSN Transportation team this evening as we meet to strategize on new projects and on-going work. Fresh ideas and new members welcome! We’ll be convening in the Woodward’s... Continue reading »

April 19, 2011   |   0 comments
Petition table City’s latest attempt to regulate political expression “highly problematic”

Petition Table. Photo by BlueandWhiteArmy. A few moments ago the VPSN submitted a follow-up letter Mayor and Council detailing our review of the latest report on regulating political speech. Suffice it to say, despite some minor progress in removing the... Continue reading »

April 15, 2011   |   0 comments