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

Leg-in-Boot Square. 2012 Photo. Share your favourite place in False Creek South

As we first wrote back in May, the City is embarking on a neighbourhood planning process in False Creek South. As part of this process, they’re looking for your feedback on the places that define the assets, values, and unique... Continue reading »

June 28, 2017   |   0 comments
concept-kitsilano Installed, Arbutus Greenway temporary path sees plenty of use

By Naomi Wittes Reichstein, VPSN Arbutus Greenway project lead Over the past months, the VPSN has been advocating enthusiastically for the design of one of Vancouver’s most exciting new public amenities. Tracing the former CP rail corridor, the Arbutus Greenway... Continue reading »

June 25, 2017   |   0 comments
LEG1319.118 - Sectional Map + Street Directory VPSN Annual General Meeting & BBQ – UPDATED

It’s that time of year again! Mark your calendars for the VPSN’s summertime BBQ and Annual General Meeting. As a registered non-profit, we hold this meeting to officially fulfill our obligations under the BC Societies Act. This year’s AGM/BBQ will... Continue reading »

June 23, 2017   |   0 comments
Image of Art Gallery North Plaza Art Gallery North Plaza Reopens!

Updated. Some exciting news that’s hot off the press! The Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza (aka Courthouse Square, Centennial Square) officially reopened this morning. The lengthy planning and design process began in 2013, resulting in an approved design in 2015. Now,... Continue reading »

June 22, 2017   |   0 comments
Creating Connection Vignettes of mid block connections along the seawall: Blurring edges and creating connections

Summer-like weather this past weekend enticed me to leisurely bike around Vancouver’s False Creek, along with thousands of fellow urbanites congregating there for sunshine and public life. As is often the case with my urban explorations, I was reminded how... Continue reading »

June 18, 2017   |   0 comments