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

150310-whatculture-03 Grandview-Woodland Hastings Workshop: Neighbourhood Culture

by YarOn Stern As I lock my bike to the railing beside the Croatian Community Center, another guy has just about finished locking his own. He grumbles something about the lack of racks to accommodate the mass of bikers who... Continue reading »

March 13, 2015   |   0 comments
20150211fmovrobsonreduxdigitalflyerlarge IN PHOTOS: Robson Redux Launch Party @ MOV

Last Friday, the Robson Redux design exhibit launched at the Museum of Vancouver. Our own Isabelle Kim was in attendance and snapped some photos of the crowds and the competitors vying for the coveted spot in the 800-block of Robson Street.... Continue reading »

March 11, 2015   |   0 comments
423649_10152109710870201_583909824_n Where in the world is…

a monthly compilation of public space around the world by Brittany Morris ENGAGED CITIES Seattle’s Chinatown International District is a historic area where you cannot only enjoy Dim Sum and marvel at early twentieth century brick buildings, but also empty... Continue reading »

March 9, 2015   |   0 comments
10716917193_d6a68a5e56_z What the Transit Referendum Will Do For You

By Amanda Mackaay Starting March 16, the fate of the livability of the city resides directly in the hands of Vancouver residents who will be asked to mail in their vote on a The Mayors Council Transportation and Transit Plan... Continue reading »

March 5, 2015   |   0 comments
Last year's Robson Redux winner: Urban Reef. Robson Redux: Help pick the best design for Robson Square

Robson Square is about to come alive once again. For the fifth year running, the city’s pre-eminent public gathering place will be expanded over the summer months – fully pedestrianized and animated courtesy of an as-yet-unselected design intervention. You can help with... Continue reading »

February 26, 2015   |   0 comments