We've all heard the saying that there is a time and a place for everything. Seems that holds true for viruses too, in this case COVID-19. I think we could all agree that we are now living in … [Read more...] about Our Wakeup Call
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Welcome Greg Smith – Partner Consultant
It's with great pleasure that we welcome Greg to our collaborative team of consultants. We have known each other for more than 2 decades, worked together on various projects and both have a passion … [Read more...] about Welcome Greg Smith – Partner Consultant
Swelling cities must reinvent parks and play space
I was lucky. Growing up, I was surrounded by friendly neighbours, a safe community and best of all to a kid on her bicycle – places to explore and dream. A nearby park stretched in several … [Read more...] about Swelling cities must reinvent parks and play space
Bridging the Gaps in Community Safety & Well-Being
The next decade will allow each of us to inspire each other to create positive change in our cities. There are so many important issues to tackle we can't expect our various levels of government or … [Read more...] about Bridging the Gaps in Community Safety & Well-Being
A Guide to Urban Exploration
Welcome to my post. I’m glad you’re here. You’re probably here to learn a little about Toronto (my new city) and being an Urban Explorer (which I am). But to be honest, that’s just scratching the … [Read more...] about A Guide to Urban Exploration
See and Be Seen: A Street Artist’s Case for Deeper Connections
Since August 2018, I've been offering "Circles of Space", an ongoing pop-up street exhibition around the theme of human connection on busy streets and elsewhere in Victoria, Vancouver and other … [Read more...] about See and Be Seen: A Street Artist’s Case for Deeper Connections
Sofa Surprise Pandora
What do you do with a rug, a couch, an artist, a handful of musicians, a videographer and a connector? You plan a spontaneous concert on a random boulevard in Victoria, BC, of course. The impetus … [Read more...] about Sofa Surprise Pandora
Welcome Pam Moore – Healthy Built Environment
We are very pleased to welcome Pam to our collaborative team. She has over 34 years’ experience working within the public health sector. Pam was one of the first public health professionals in western … [Read more...] about Welcome Pam Moore – Healthy Built Environment
Creating Healthy and Safe Communities Event
Fall is looking bright and with it comes new opportunities to collaborate with others and make a difference in our communities. Earlier this year I had the privilege of getting involved with the … [Read more...] about Creating Healthy and Safe Communities Event
A New Path Forward – Full Spectrum CPTED
Our Victoria-based company is dedicated to improving safety, well-being and quality of life in communities. It's always a pleasure sharing our expertise beyond British Columbia. It's all about … [Read more...] about A New Path Forward – Full Spectrum CPTED