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

Yaletown Park Perspectives

The Parks Advocacy group conducted a series of interviews to gather people’s opinions on a very unique park in downtown Vancouver known as Yaletown Park. I’m having trouble embedding so view the video here. What are your thoughts on the... Continue reading »

October 19, 2010   |   2 comments
Shadow cycling Velo-city cycling conference coming to Vancouver

Shadow cycling. Photo by MW. We received the following media release this morning. Looks like Vancouver will be hosting a second major conference dealing with sustainable transportation (this following rumours that the city is 99% likely to be the location for the... Continue reading »

October 19, 2010   |   0 comments
Southeast False Creek Animating public space in Southeast False Creek

Southeast False Creek. Photo by Joming Lau At City Council today, Councillor Suzanne Anton will be introducing a motion to animate public spaces in the Olympic Village neighbourhood. In response, the VPSN has offered tentative support. We like the idea... Continue reading »

October 19, 2010   |   0 comments
Spooky Events in Vancouver Parks

A couple events to check out in Vancouver parks this October: 1) The Stanley Park Ghost Train is back. This year’s theme is “Alice in Nightmareland.” Rides run now through October 31st. 2) If you’re looking for a more unique... Continue reading »

October 14, 2010   |   0 comments
Vancouver City Hall City announces 2011 Budget Consultations – Your chance to help allocate public realm dollars…

Photo: Eileen Kuettel This just in from the City’s Budget office – round of consultations on the civic budget. The first open house takes place tomorrow afternoon and evening. More to follow… City kicks off 2011 budget consultations The City is... Continue reading »

October 13, 2010   |   0 comments