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NEW & IMPROVED: Last Minute Gift Ideas for the Public Space Afficiando
December 20, 2013 snowfall. Photo by Brent Granby. Happy snowy solstice Vancouver! Don’t the city’s public spaces look extra cozy under that dusty white blanket? Aren’t you feeling all snuggly-wuggly? For those of you who may be looking at the snow and... Continue reading »
Vancouver commemorates Remembrance Day
Tomorrow is Remembrance Day, and there are a number of events taking place in parks and public spaces around the city. The following media release from the City of Vancouver outlines the details: The City of Vancouver will host the... Continue reading »
Field notes from Toronto, Part 2: Outdoor skating, squares,.. and separate spheres
Skating at Nathan Phillips Square, Toronto Nathan Phillips Square, located at the forefront of Toronto’s iconic City Hall building, is a popular place for residents and visitors alike. It’s where the city’s recent New Year’s festivities took place and it... Continue reading »
VPSN Public Space News & Events – July 15, 2011
VPSN EVENTS & PROJECTS: Friday July 15 & Saturday July 16 (and beyond) – VPSN Viva – Laser Graffiti Monday July 25 – Robson Square / Downtown Public Realm – Project Meeting – 6:00pm Wednesday, July 27 – VPSN Evening... Continue reading »
Under the bridge… at Stanley Park
One of the most enjoyable exercises in public space planning and advocacy is trying to dream up new uses for ‘old’ spaces. It keeps spaces vital and fresh… and allows different constituents to make use of our city’s common assets... Continue reading »