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

Kingsway, between 7th and 10th Avenues - 1890 Happy Holidays + Best Wishes for 2019

Wishing everyone a warm and cozy holiday – with lots of good times with family, friends, and loved ones – and a few excellent public space adventures thrown in for good measure. (Maybe a wander over to VanDusen Gardens to... Continue reading »

December 24, 2018   |   0 comments
proportional Rep ballot 2 121,000 wasted ballots in Vancouver? No thanks! We’re voting for Proportional Representation

It’s time to improve our province’s electoral system. Eligible voters in British Columbia have an extraordinary opportunity. Between now and November 30, a provincial referendum is being held to held choose the way we vote. Voters can cast a ballot in... Continue reading »

November 20, 2018   |   0 comments
Umbrella Wall - Robson Featured Event – Draft Principles for Rain-Friendly Public Spaces (Workshop)

Early in 2019, we’ll be launching our Life Between Umbrellas design competition to encourage the creation of rain-friendly public spaces. Even more exciting: we’re working on an agreement with the City of Vancouver to help deliver this exciting initiative. As part of... Continue reading »

November 20, 2018   |   0 comments
Seawall Public Art - Dustin Quasar - CC license Featured Event: Public Art in Vancouver – the City Approach

Out next VPSN monthly meet-up focuses on public art, and in particular, the programs and approaches taken by the City of Vancouver. Public art plays an important role in enriching and enlivening our public spaces, and this session will aim... Continue reading »

November 9, 2018   |   0 comments
Halloween SkyTrain Party - Placeholder_600 Halloween fun in public space: our 2018 SkyTrain party and more

Halloween is just around the corner, and there are lots of fun public space activities taking place over the next few days – including our 12th annual VPSN Halloween SkyTrain Party and the Party4Health mobile after-party this coming Friday. Get your costumes... Continue reading »

October 24, 2018   |   0 comments