The Power of Placemaking
Learn more about the unique role that community-led placemaking initiatives play in cultivating collective wellbeing.
Download the report and accompanying resources to make your own case for placemaking!
'Arguably the most influential living author in city planning, Jeff Speck was the writer behind Suburban Nation, The Smart Growth Manual, and Walkable City Rules, but his most popular book remains Walkable City, which was published in 2012 and became an instant classic. Last Month, the book was reissued on its tenth anniversary, including a […]
Does your nonprofit need funding for a data or technology project? Are you a consultant or vendor serving nonprofit clients that have digital and data needs? Join the Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience for a Digital/Data Vendor Showcase. This will help you scope your project, find the right service delivery partner, and apply for […]
Join this webinar to learn how your community park group can apply for A $2000 grant to support your vision for environmental education, sustainability and stewardship programs that help connect people to their local parks and green spaces. Community groups from Metro Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Greater Toronto Area, National Capital Region (Ottawa-Gatineau), Montreal, Quebec […]
Join us on January 25, 2023 at 1:00pm ET/10:00am PT for the session Open Streets, Open Communities: Reclaiming Streets for People. In this session hosted by Jiya Benni from 880 Cities, we will explore how the shift toward pedestrian and cyclist oriented streets space can contribute to the improved livelihood of cities and the wellbeing of individuals. Together with Jiya, we will […]
Climate Caucus’ 2023 Summit registration is officially open! You can REGISTER HERE to attend either in person or online. This important annual event brings together local elected leaders from urban and rural communities across Canada to workshop practical local climate solutions. Following recent local elections in BC, Manitoba, Ontario, PEI, New Brunswick, the Northwest Territories, […]
AARP Livable Communities is hosting a webinar on Wednesday, February 8th between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. (Eastern Time). This webinar will describe the 2023 Community Challenge grant program, explain the application process, highlight the work of a few past grantees who jump-started long-term changes in their communities, and answer applicant questions. Learn more and […]
