When living and studying in Sweden I was lucky enough to spend some time in Copenhagen. One of the most exciting things about the city was exploring by bicycle and the sense of exhilaration and … [Read more...] about Bicycle Social Enterprise: Changing Lives from Copenhagen to Mozambique
Bikes: not just for moving people
The compact downtown core of Victoria, BC (Canada) offers a great opportunity for moving more than just people with pedal-power. Bike couriers are becoming a more common sight, as they offer an … [Read more...] about Bikes: not just for moving people
How can the workplace encourage cycling?
Biking gives a sense of freedom, fun and exhilaration. With the right infrastructure on the roads and in the workplace it can be a healthy, inexpensive and efficient way to get to work. And employers … [Read more...] about How can the workplace encourage cycling?
Youth Leaders from the Ground Up
How can we create green literacy skills in youth and foster strong leaders in our community? How do we bridge the gap between youth unemployment and meaningful work? How can youth foster connections … [Read more...] about Youth Leaders from the Ground Up
The many faces of green spaces: Oaklands Neighbourhood
The Places Project walking tour of Oaklands neighbourhood highlighted the diversity of green spaces in the community. The green spaces came in many shapes and sizes from chip trails, to a large … [Read more...] about The many faces of green spaces: Oaklands Neighbourhood
Green spaces and places in Oaklands Neighbourhood
The Places Project had another successful urban space discovery walk in Oaklands neighbourhood (Victoria, BC, Canada) on Sunday April 14th. Re-imagine Oaklands Neighbourhood dove into the question … [Read more...] about Green spaces and places in Oaklands Neighbourhood
Jane’s Walk – Downtown Places and Passages
The Places Project invites you to join us in our third urban space exploration: Downtown Places and Passages - a Jane's Walk Saturday May 4 1 - 2 pm Meet in the atrium courtyard of the Greater … [Read more...] about Jane’s Walk – Downtown Places and Passages
Off and walking: Victoria’s new urban exploration project
The first event of The Places Project took place on March 23rd under a sunny spring sky. Thank you to all who came out and made the event such a success. It was inspiring to see a mix of … [Read more...] about Off and walking: Victoria’s new urban exploration project