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Discussing the future of the Art Gallery
I’ll be participating in what promises to be a very interesting panel discussion on the future of the Vancouver Art Gallery. Not only is the subject itself a fascinating one, but I have the good fortune of appearing on the... Continue reading »
Sticking It to the Streets (SITS) Planning Meeting
Photo by GregPC – Flickr Sticking It to the Streets (SITS) – A group music event where people are equipped with only drumsticks and the street is the instrument. We hope to encourage public space re-animation, spontaneous interaction, showcase art... Continue reading »
New pedestrian route picks up steam
Photo by Splorp The VPSN’s Pedestrian Issues team has been working to advance matters of pedestrian safety and walkability throughout Vancouver. Earlier today, they also took the opportunity to provide a letter of support for another great initiative that launched... Continue reading »
VPSN asks Province to rethink the deployment of CCTV in public schools
Earlier today, the Vancouver Public Space Network sent a letter to Hon. Minister Margeret MacDiarmid, Minister of Education, outlining our concerns about the proposed changes to the School Act. The changes, contained within Bill 20, would facilitate the installation and... Continue reading »
Grandview Park redesign controversy
In February, the Vancouver Parks Board approved the plan to redesign Grandview Park on Commercial Drive. Please visit The Daily Gumboot for an interesting little piece outlining both sides of the story. The redevelopment’s opposition group, dubbed Defend Grandview, has... Continue reading »