By Jessica Lemieux
Building Community One Veggie at a Time
The first time she came by, on a chilly May morning, she gave me a decisive thumbs down and kept on walking. The next week she came... Read More
Solar Energy in Toronto
If it can’t be reduced, reused, repaired, rebuilt, refurbished, refinished, resold, recycled or composted then it should be... Read More
Toronto’s Butterflies
–Clouded Sulpher The city’s built form does not easily lend itself to habitats suitable many insects and we go to great lengths... Read More
Appreciating Urban Trees
Could you imagine a city without trees? Denuded streets baking under the hot sun in the summer and bleak(er) during the long winter... Read More
Guerrilla Gardening
It’s the summer solstice and a group of 18 guerrilla gardeners descend on a neglected and garbage-filled lot on D’arcy Street, just... Read More
Edward Burtynsky’s Oil
Edward Burtynsky is a well known photographer of the built landscape. In his exhibition, Oil, which opened April 9th and runs until... Read More
Toronto Urban Bees
The Toronto Beekeepers Cooperative is abuzz with excitement with their recent win at the Green Toronto’s Environmental Awards of... Read More
Tapping Norway Maples in Toronto
Walking towards Dufferin Grove Park on a chilly Sunday in March I could smell camp fire smoke and hear the sounds of kids laughing... Read More
Green Roofs Toronto
There is no doubt that buildings make the streetscape of a city. Buildings hold infinite potential. They can create a welcoming space... Read More