Civic Engagement
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Last-minute changes risk undermining HRM’s Regional Plan
HALIFAX – The Regional Plan 5-year review process (RP+5) has been years in the works, but it may be undermined with some significant changes that...
By Abad Khan -
Argyle Street: the hole’s story
HALIFAX – Some time ago, a great, big (let’s be honest, gargantuan) hole was put in the ground in the middle of the city’s entertainment district...
By Niki Siabanis -
Public Space for Democracy
Does the quality of democracy matter for a city street? Maybe not: an attractive mixed-use boulevard will likely perform well whether residents exercise...
By Tristan Cleveland -
Going Up in Downtown Dartmouth
DARTMOUTH – Things are looking up in Downtown Dartmouth. After amending the Dartmouth view planes last year, the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM...
By Sam Austin -
Opportunities abound with Fredericton’s trail system
FREDERICTON – The capital city of New Brunswick and a city featuring two universities, an arts college, a rich cultural scene (including the annual...
By Hassan Arif -
Transit First – Big changes for Metro Transit
Editor’s Note: On January 8th, Committee of the Whole unanimously endorsed a review and redesign of the Metro Transit Network, based on the Moving...
By Sean Gillis -
Halifax: A look back, a look ahead
HALIFAX – A new year begins. The possibilities seem endless. Opportunities seem ripe for the taking. 2013 offered a lot of promise and, generally...
By Abad Khan -
Transit: Let’s think beyond commuting
HALIFAX – There’s definitely a new, positive attitude in town. Saturday’s Herald Magazine feature – Love this town: A new outlook for Halifax...
By Sean Gillis -
Cities Alive Pop Planning Podcast
Are you looking for a way to stay on top of the latest trends in planning, design and city-building across the Country in between Spacing issues? The...
By Ross Soward -
Dalhousie University making a difference on the road in a province-wide online campaign
It’s no question that Nova Scotia’s roads come in all shapes and sizes, sometimes lacking shoulders, sidewalks, and not to mention, bike lanes. A study...
By Niki Siabanis -
Bringing Government Home: Municipal Reform and Election 2013
HALIFAX – A provincial election campaign is underway in Nova Scotia and municipal reform, particularly home rule for municipalities, should be on...
By Sam Austin -
First RP+5 Community-led Session
In November the Regional Plan+5 will go to Public Hearing. Council will be asked to adopt a plan that will guide the Region in terms of development...
By Ross Soward