My first introduction to Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) occurred back in 2004 as a member of South Australia Police. As a general duty member, I was expected to use basic CPTED … [Read more...] about Kelowna’s CPTED Cohort
Evaluation in the City
Hi everyone! A quick introduction, since I’m new here - my name is Brian Hoessler, I am an independent consultant based in Saskatoon, on Treaty 6 territory and the traditional homeland of the Métis, … [Read more...] about Evaluation in the City
What are the cities we need?
Since 1995, the McGill Institute for the Study of Canada (MISC) has held an annual national conference dedicated to an issue of importance to Canadians. This year’s bilingual conference, taking place … [Read more...] about What are the cities we need?
Bike to Work Week and the ‘Materialities’ of Cycling
June is Bike Month in many jurisdictions and in British Columbia the May 26 - June 1 Bike to Work Week got things rolling with huge participation numbers. Over 25,000 commuters cycled almost a million … [Read more...] about Bike to Work Week and the ‘Materialities’ of Cycling
Holistic Health Care is a tool for positive Social Change
Heart & Hands Health Collective (founded in 2010) is a community-focused social enterprise and holistic health clinic in Victoria, BC, Canada. We provide Community Acupuncture sessions in a … [Read more...] about Holistic Health Care is a tool for positive Social Change
Copenhagenize Victoria, Copenhagenize Vancouver?
Those who resist the growing importance of bicycle-oriented planning often say, ‘But we’re not Copenhagen’ or ‘We’re not Amsterdam.’ Yes, that’s right, we’re not, but we sure as heck can learn from … [Read more...] about Copenhagenize Victoria, Copenhagenize Vancouver?
Idea Bombing a Better City
We all have ideas, no matter how big or small, for making our own streets, neighbourhoods, and districts better places. These ideas have the potential to make the city we live in unique, distinct and … [Read more...] about Idea Bombing a Better City
Adventures in a vèlo city, part 1
Remember the introduction to Portlandia, the satirical sketch comedy about Cascadian urban life? Like Jason, I am bustling with excitement and eager to tell you about my recent adventures in a city … [Read more...] about Adventures in a vèlo city, part 1
1 to 1 Re:frame tackles community laneway design
This year marks the 3rd annual 1:1 architectural design event in Australia, with the New South Wales team spearheading a new direction for the Australian national event which is quickly becoming a hot … [Read more...] about 1 to 1 Re:frame tackles community laneway design
Online Creative Placemaking Course
The new international University of British Columbia (UBC) Centre for Cultural Planning and Development is offering a new session of an online professional development course in Creative Placemaking … [Read more...] about Online Creative Placemaking Course