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

DSC_2011 Six Reasons Why Voting Yes is Good For Your Health

by Kasra Hassani | photo by Anjana Pradhananga The public transit plebiscite has started with many of us still undecided on whether we should vote yes or no to the Mayor’s council proposal for the major public transit overhaul. If you are... Continue reading »

March 20, 2015   |   0 comments
DSC_2044 Vote yes on the congestion-improvement sales tax

photo by Anjana Pradhananga Skate to where the puck is going to be — so that well-worn chestnut from a national hero goes. I’m not much of a hockey fan but I do know sound planning advice when I hear... Continue reading »

March 16, 2015   |   0 comments
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