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9958735986_596a12e1c6 November 7: Conflicted Space? Robson Square, Viva Vancouver and the #5 Robson Bus

The VPSN is excited to be part of an upcoming City Conversations event at SFU Harbour Centre next week. We’ve participated in these before, and they’re always result in a great discussion and sharing of ideas. This time, the topic... Continue reading »

October 30, 2013   |   0 comments
10429830056_e0449e109a VIVA Granville weekends are returning – apply to activate the street!

Summertime market on Granville Street – July 2013 [From the media release issued today by the City of Vancouver] “Vancouver-based community groups are invited to apply to activate the Downtown Granville corridor next summer. Buses will be re-routed from Granville... Continue reading »

October 22, 2013   |   0 comments
P1020968 - detail Block 51 recap: drawing the future of Robson Sq and the north plaza

The first round of the City’s “Block 51” consultations took place on Monday and Wednesday of this week. Both events explored the future of Robson Square and the north lawn of the Art Gallery, doing it up with a program... Continue reading »

October 19, 2012   |   0 comments
How to survive the Karaoke Kiosk

  Singing in public can be scary. Performing your favourite tune in front of dozens of Vancouverites and tourists can be a nightmare if your only experience singing it was in the car (or on your bike) on your way... Continue reading »

August 15, 2012   |   0 comments
Karaoke Kiosk is back!

This Sunday, the Karaoke Kiosk returns to the heart of Vancouver for three enchanting afternoons in August. Designed by Urban Republic, the Kiosk is an outdoor karaoke booth that lets you to choose your favourite song from a touch screen... Continue reading »

August 7, 2012   |   0 comments