Want to see — and touch! — another example of neighbourhood placemaking? Head over to Vic West this weekend to climb on a unique bench designed by neighbours for their neighbourhood.
Harbour Road emergency bench
On Saturday through Monday, Vic West neighbours will celebrate the newest addition to their block: a neighbourhood emergency supply bench that puts dormant public space to better use.
Dates: May 22 to 24 (Victoria Day Long Weekend)
Event: “Get to Know Your Neighbour Hub”
Location: 387 Harbour Rd, Victoria…alongside the Galloping Goose Trail
You can participate in the Event and win:
Snap a selfie at Neighbour Hub 003 on Harbour Rd.
Post your photo on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter with #Hub003 and tag @neighbourlab
Visit a participating local business for special discounts, products and more!
Inspired by our coastal waters, the wavy bench design offers a variety of seating and table options, includes storage for emergency supplies, hosts a solar powered charging station, and offers a community bulletin board for local emergency information.
The collaborative program by our friends and partners, Building Resilient Neighbourhoods, combines emergency preparedness through Victoria’s Connect and Prepare with a local planning and design studio, Neighbour Lab.
The ‘Get to know your Neighbour Hub’ event will follow strict COVID-19 health and safety guidelines. All participating restaurants and businesses will only offer patio or takeout options. At the Neighbour Hub, please remain two metres apart, visit with your household bubble, wear masks and adhere to other health regulations.
More information here.
Up-to-date list of participating businesses and offers.
