Jane’s Walks started in Toronto, following the 2006 death of the urbanist, Jane Jacobs. The idea was for members of the community, politicians, planners, designers and leaders to provide free walking tours of neighbourhoods to present information on planning, design, history and community engagement. Since its inaugural event in 2007, the idea has spread across Canada and to cities…
The other day, while I was trying to decide what my 20th sustainable habit was going to be, I received an email from the David Suzuki Foundation about their 30×30 Challenge. The basic premise is a pledge to spend 30 minutes outside, everyday for 30 days (the month of May). It seemed like a great fit…
Now that the temperature is finally rising, it’s time to get out and walk. I’ve gotten lazy over the winter (and a newborn was a great excuse not to go outside in -40 Ottawa weather), but now the snow is melting and the sidewalks are clear. I’m not phasing out my car just yet, but…
In an attempt to find direction for this site (as well as identify a few potential blog topics), I mapped out some ideas and issues surrounding the nature/culture intersection. I wanted something visual so that I would, hopefully, be able to link ideas together…notwithstanding my kindergarten-level artistic abilities It’s not pretty and I think I’ll keep adding to…
between nature and culture 