Monthly Archives: November 2009
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Where do we need bike lanes most?
HALIFAX – Whether you’re looking to get to work, have some fun or get some exercise, there’s really nothing better than a good old fashioned bike...
By Thom Bator -
People to the Power!: Civic Reconcilation and Democratic Renewal
Many familiar with Halifax politics are quick to By Jason Pelley
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Events Guide: help Halifax’s homeless keep warm
HALIFAX – A concert to benefit Out of the Cold, Halifax’s emergency winter shelter, is taking place this Sunday, November 29th at the Paragon...
By Thom Bator -
Wednesday’s headlines
CITY HALL FREDERICTON – Businesses honoured by city [Daily Gleaner] FREDERICTON – Affordable housing policy changes [Daily Gleaner] HALIFAX...
By Peter Richard -
Halifax needs a pedestrian scramble
HALIFAX – I’ve watched with joy as cities around the world have embraced pedestrian culture. From one side of the globe to the other, cities...
By Jake Schabas -
Events Guide: Going backwards/Moving forwards
HALIFAX – Tie your shoe laces, dig out your fluorescent track pants, strap on your reflectors and bring any other walking devices/favourites...
By Crystal Melville -
From the Vaults: Dartmouth
The Nova Scotia Archives is pleased to share photos showcasing the changing faces of urban centers in Nova Scotia. You can learn more about the archives...
By Lauren Oostveen -
How would a National Housing Strategy impact our cities?
HALIFAX – National Housing Day was first marked on the calendar by a team of Toronto housing advocates on Nov 22, 1998. But this year, more than a...
By Emma Feltes -
JOHN LORINC: Paul Goldberger on why architecture matters
In an era pre-occupied by “starchitecture” and the dominance of global cities, New Yorker architecture critic Paul Goldberger makes a...
By John Lorinc -
Monday’s Headlines
BUILT ENVIRONMENT FREDERICTON – Councillor wants to crack down on unsightly premises [Daily Gleaner] HALIFAX – How do you solve a problem like...
By Peter Richard -
A new façade for Fenwick
HALIFAX – Plans revealed at a public consultation last night promise a landmark change in the Halifax landscape. Fenwick tower is getting all dolled...
By Emma Feltes -
New uses for the old library
HALIFAX – A group of 15-odd people interested in the future of the Spring Garden Memorial Library building shuffled into a multi-purpose room in the...
By Alex Boutilier