Join Paths for People and Coffee Outside for an OUTDOOR EQUINOX COFFEE MEET-UP on Friday, MARCH 11 at 7:00-9:00am at Constable Ezio Faraone Park. It’s all about celebrating folks who are embracing active transportation, even in the middle of winter while encouraging others to give it a go.Grab a FREE cup-of-joe to-go*While supplies lastCoffee being…
Considering the multidirectional intersection at 109 Street and Saskatchewan Drive, this presentation will highlight how the space is currently navigated by all modes of transportation, as well as potential solutions for future innovation. Light sequences and physical urban design principles are considered to provide a set of recommendations for safer pedestrian permeability across this heavily…
Winter cities are weather places: the weather has a particularly profound effect on our experience of winter cities, and in turn winter cities have a profound effect on our experience of weather. Experiences of and negative attitudes towards winter can be improved with planning and policy that is attentive to the specifics of winter and…
University of Alberta School of Urban and Regional Planning Students will present research on best practices for bike share systems and discuss their findings for implementing a public bike share system in Edmonton. This is based on a studio project guided by Paths for People and the Tomorrow Foundation. Tuesday, June 22 7-8pm Zoom It’s free.…
A free, public talk on the problems with Edmonton’s current approach to winter sidewalks and what alternatives are possible Hear how sidewalks covered in snow, ice and slush present a significant threat to the safety and mobility of pedestrians and what can be done about it, from neighbourhood-led efforts, enforcement, autonomous snow removal equipment, plus…
A free, public talk on how major urban centres are key contributors to global climate change and how to change this Hear how supporting a flexible “development points system” can incorporate climate resilient features while balancing mitigation and adaptation measures, with continued economic development. Part of a five-part webinar series featuring Geography And Planning Students’…
A free, public talk on how the suburbs are shaping our city. Hear about the challenges in shifting suburban development trends, and the methods municipalities across Canada are taking to create sustainable suburbs. Part of a five-part webinar series featuring Geography And Planning Students’ Society (GAPSS) and other students from the Urban and Regional Planning…
A free, public talk on how to create space for the public to venture outdoors, while maintaining physical distancing Hear how through the use of video data and computer vision techniques, guidelines for shared spaces can be developed. Part of a five-part webinar series featuring Geography And Planning Students’ Society (GAPSS) and other students from…
A free, public talk on how to harness the vibrancy of Old Strathcona and West Ritchie to create a more walkable, animated and resilient place. The presenters will outline The Public Spaces, Public Life Plan and how it provides a comprehensive framework for activated public space, enhanced mobility and inclusive public life. Part of a…
Presented in partnership with Coffee Outside Coffee generously donated by Da Capo Caffe Donuts generously donated by Apollo Donuts We collected 125 pairs of socks (plus $60 in cash donations) for Boyle Street Community Services, as many of their community members participate in active transportation year-round. See photos of the event