Civic Engagement
ELECTION: Rethinking progressive populism
By Alejandra Bravo
If I’m a populist, it’s because I’m with the majority. And the majority want to live in a city with dignity. For decades, my practice... Read More
PODCAST: Spacing Radio 066, Toronto Election Engagement
By Spacing Radio
The Toronto municipal election is underway, and we’ll be spending the summer bringing you coverage, all the way up to E-Day on... Read More
The Bentway kicks off a packed summer
By Liam McCurry
Tucked under The Bentway by the Strachan Gate, the Bentway hosted its STREET series summit kick-off weekend on May 27-28. The Bentway... Read More
LORINC: This fall’s election shouldn’t be a victory lap
By John Lorinc
Mayor John Tory was out and about late last week, talking up what was billed as a plan to revive the city’s economy but which... Read More
REID: Sixty-two pages of overdue staff reports
By Dylan Reid
Asking overburdened staff for reports is one of the favourite pastimes of Toronto city council. But what happens to those report... Read More
This weekend: Jane’s Walk Festival + Provocation Ideas Festival
By Joseph Wilson
Urban activist Jane Jacobs’ birthday is this week (May 4) and many Torontonians will be celebrating by attending the Jane’s Walk... Read More
PODCAST: Spacing Radio 065, Cities for Youth
By Spacing Radio
Urban designers and placemakers often struggle to create cities that work for everyone, including youth. But the youth themselves are... Read More
36 Questions that Lead to Loving TO
By Allison Zhao
What do you love most about Toronto? Which places in the city would you like to share? A new exhibit in downtown Toronto, 36 Questions... Read More
PODCAST: Spacing Radio 064, Toronto Shelter Collapse
By Spacing Radio
Those working with unhoused people in Toronto, like Sanctuary Toronto outreach worker Lorraine Lam, are warning about the total... Read More
Corner Commons: Creative placemaking on a suburban scale
By Clara Stewart-Robertson, Ernestine Aying, & Eunice Wong
Clara Stewart-Robertson is Manager of Community Planning and Development, Jane/Finch Centre; Ernestine Aying is Community Design... Read More