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Horse drawn sleigh in front of the Hollow Tree ca 1900s. (CoV Archives) Public Space News & Events: Winter Solstice Edition

Dear friends, Vancouver’s streets are busy with people visiting, shopping, and making their way to and from events. There’s liveliness in the air that is coloured with bright lights and festive decorations, the sound of laughter…even some memorable sweater choices.... Continue reading »

December 22, 2015   |   0 comments
Carousel - German Christmas Market. Last minute gift ideas for the public space aficionado – 2015/16 edition!

Happy solstice everyone! A festive mood is in the air, the holiday lights are glowing, and there’s even the possibility of snow later in the week. Magic stuff!  But wait, you’ve only got a few days left, don’t you? A few... Continue reading »

December 22, 2015   |   0 comments
Photo: Mire de rien Field notes: Parc la Fontaine, Montreal

VPSN contributor Eva Kwan shares recollections – and a few photos – from one of her favourite greenspaces, the extraordinary Parc la Fontaine in Montreal. (Feature image: Mire de rien) In Montreal, bounded by Rues Rachel and Papineau and Avenue... Continue reading »

December 20, 2015   |   0 comments
Active Fiction - Story Segment Active Fiction: A Dark Winter’s Tale

Got time off for the holidays? Looking for an excuse to take a stroll this weekend? Why not check out the winter installation of our ever-popular Active Fiction Project! Active Fiction is a “create your own adventure”, self-guided literary walking tour.... Continue reading »

December 17, 2015   |   0 comments
Jim Deva Plaza - City of Vancouver Concept Drawing - Nighttime Jim Deva Plaza: final concept, stewardship strategy, and rules for night-time use

UPDATED: See below Later today, City Council will be discussing a report and recommendations that will have a number of implications for the City’s public plazas. The report, written by the City’s Planning Department, focuses on Davie Village Public Space Improvements... Continue reading »

December 16, 2015   |   0 comments