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RECAP: False Creek Flats Planning Workshop
photos and words by Oliver Gaskell Change is afoot for an oft-overlooked area of Vancouver. Since the announcement of the relocation of St Pauls Hospital to the False Creek Flats, the spotlight has been firmly fixed on the area as... Continue reading »
Metro Vancouver Transportation & Transit Plebiscite Result
Photo by Ted McGrath. Elections BC has announced the results of the Metro Vancouver Transportation and Transit plebiscite, for which voting closed on May 29th. The plebiscite – announced during the last Provincial election – sought support for a half-percent regional... Continue reading »
The Granville Social – Your Help Needed! (UPDATED)
Are you free to help with a very exciting public space project? We’re looking to recruit a team of awesome volunteers to help us transform Granville Street into something truly spectacular. On Saturday, July 18 and Sunday, July 19, one... Continue reading »
IN PHOTOS: Made in Strathcona
photos and text by Geoffrey Daniel The Strathcona Business Improvement Association hosted “Meet the Makers Expo” on Saturday, June 13th at the MakerLabs at 780 East Cordova. Featuring makers, innovators and and entrepreneurs from over all over Strathcona, the event... Continue reading »
Finding Community in Chaos: Social Resilience from Christchurch to Kathmandu
by Brittany Morris Cities are a Pandora’s box filled with people’s stories and memories. Public spaces enhance a sense of community, togetherness and memory. During and after a natural disaster, a strong sense of community contributes to the process of rebuilding... Continue reading »