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THE ARTFUL CITY: Public Space ARTivism – An Interview with STEPS
Interview by: Ilana Altman STEPS is an award-winning public arts organization that has been responsible for some of Canada’s most iconic works—including...
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LORINC: Tory tries to position himself for 2018 election
When John Tory launched a pointed broadside against the TTC two weeks ago over the agency’s reluctance to make deep cuts to its operating budget, the...
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This private patio is supposed to be public space
First let me say this: I love patios. The wind in your hair, the sun on your face, the hot waft of a garbage trunk barreling down the street. It’s all...
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Toronto’s Summerville pool is a slice of the Mediterranean
It’s easy to overlook the Donald D. Summerville Olympic Pools. Despite its sturdy presence on Lake Shore Boulevard East, the futuristic elevated...
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The Spacing Boat Bash is on Tuesday!
WHAT: Spacing Boat Bash (and release of summer issue) WHEN: Tuesday, August 9th, 6:30-11:00pm WHERE: Pier 31, 333 Lake Shore Blvd. East TICKETS: $20 via...
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THE ARTFUL CITY: A Look Inside the Toronto Public Art Commission
Interview by: Ilana Altman The Toronto Public Art Commission (TPAC) is a panel of citizen volunteers that advises City Planning on public art projects and...
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LORINC: The Rail Deck Park considered
About two years ago, deputy city manager John Livey, Toronto’s top planner, realized the strategy of creating pocket parks and little private plazas...
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Ambitious rail deck park proposal announced
Today, Mayor John Tory and Ward 20 Councillor Joe Cressy announced plans for the protection of 21 acres of land in the downtown core for future use as a...
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Escape the city at Camp Wavelength
At last year’s Camp Wavelength festival, the enchantment of Friday night still buzzing, Jonathan Bunce (“Jonny,” he insists upon) and his Wavelength...
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LORINC: Let’s have a public conversation about our phones and cycling
Here’s a bike safety question: Are more cyclists texting or checking their smart phones while riding? I can’t provide empirical evidence to say the answer...
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The sidepath: a solution for suburban cycling infrastructure
On busy suburban roads, sidepaths offer an appealing alternative to installing bike lanes. But where they have been implemented, there are some major...
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The Toronto Park Pavilion needs your love
It’s hard not to love the Park Pavilion. Designed in 1958 by British-born architect Alan Crossley and consulting engineer Laurence Cazaly, the space...
By Chris Bateman
Canadian Urbanism Uncovered