This week’s curated collection of news and views for urbanists.
Tag: Vancouver
“Speak your Mind” on the Upcoming BC Municipal Elections
PlaceSpeak is making it easier for Lower Mainland residents to engage with each other to discuss the upcoming municipal elections.
Vancouver Urbanists Meetup—October 16th
This month we’re heading to an Vancouver classic—the bar at the Sylvia Hotel in Vancouver’s West End
Life in Vancouver [Weekend Watch]
A video highlighting various aspects of Vancouver’s urban fabric.
Mark your Calendars: Vancouver Urbanists Meetup—October 16th
Given that the second Sunday in October falls over Thanksgiving weekend, I’m rescheduling this month’s Urbanists Meetup to October 16th.
What’s Making Housing Unaffordable in Vancouver? [Weekend Watch]
Renowned housing expert Dr. Avi Friedman looks at what makes housing unaffordable in Vancouver and why we should care.
TODAY: See the Transformation of Vancouver’s Ugly Ducklings
The 3rd Annual Vancouver Special Tour will get you inside to see how people have renovated and updated 5 east side Vancouver Specials.
Super Mario Vancouver
Dave Delisle has created a map of Vancouver’s SkyTrain transit system, done in the Super Mario Bros 3 map style.
Learn How Melbourne Beat Vancouver in Livability
Come hear Rob Adams, the Director of City Design for Melbourne, share his experiences and insights on Oct 3rd or 4th
PARK(ing) Day Vancouver!
For Park(ing) Day 2011, I’ll be joining a small but dedicated group led by the Vancouver Public Space Network. Here are the details.