At the heart of Greater Victoria’s thriving Little Free Library (LFL) community is a man whose dedication and creativity have helped transform the region into Canada’s LFL capital. Meet Bruce More, the ‘Little Free Library Builder Extraordinaire,’ whose handcrafted creations have … [Read more...]
Speak to the Creek on Park(ing) Day
On September 20, 2024 (12-5pm) the Greater Victoria Placemaking Network and the Victoria Downtown Residents Association, along with the Invisible Water/Ways project, are collaborating to animate seven parking spaces on Broad Street just south of Pandora Avenue. SPEAK TO THE … [Read more...]
Update: additional Places & Spaces Ideas workshop
The City of Victoria is updating the Official Community Plan (OCP) to meet the needs of a growing population and address the housing and climate crises. The City wants to hear your thoughts on the proposed OCP update to help shape how Victoria will grow into the future. Of … [Read more...]
More ways you can get involved in the City of Victoria Official Community Plan
Here at GVPN we are delighted about the new Meeting in a Box! This is a toolkit for community groups, classes and neighbours to share your thoughts on Victoria's future. As the City of Victoria updates the Official Community Plan (OCP) until September 2024, City staff are … [Read more...]
Book Review – Home Sweet Neighborhood – Transforming Cities One Block at a Time (2019)
Michelle Mulder's 2019 book is one of seven they have written for the Orca Footprints series. Orca Books is a local publisher, set to celebrate its 40th birthday in 2024, of kids books on a variety of topics but with a strong focus on the natural world, Indigenous topics and … [Read more...]
