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
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
10716916303_baa01875d8_z Support a Yes vote in the Metro Vancouver Transit Referendum

The Vancouver Public Space Network has unanimously voted to support a Yes vote for the upcoming referendum on investment in public transit for Metro Vancouver, as demonstrated with unanimous support our most recent Board/Coordinator’s meeting. Since December, when the Mayor’s Council... Continue reading »

January 23, 2015   |   0 comments