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A smiling stallholder at the Evergreen Brick Works Farmers Market
Arts & culture
Embrace Indigenous culture and Pride at Evergreen Brick Works

Meet our diverse vendor community in honour of Indigenous People’s Day and Pride month this June.

Published on May 22, 2024

One child and two adults play at mini golf in Victoriaville
Innovation
Protect parking lots or partner to reduce emissions?

Cities like Victoriaville in Quebec encourage density and walkability downtown to reduce dependency on personal vehicles and to lower carbon emissions.

Published on May 21, 2024

Community
More than bricks: how neighbourhood connection strengthens cities

The role of public places in social infrastructure.

Published on May 16, 2024

Arts & culture
Get your hands in the dirt at Evergreen Brick Works this May

From Native Plant Day to the Farmers Market’s glorious return outdoors, see what’s blooming at Evergreen Brick Works this month.

Published on April 25, 2024

Evergreen Brick Works
Sustainability & climate
Our cities can be good for the planet

Investments in green public spaces can build a healthier future for communities and nature.

Published on April 22, 2024

Couple hike through coastal forest
Sustainability & climate
Wander wisely: why we're embracing slow tourism

Slowing down is good for you and good for the planet. Slow tourism means slowing down, being intentional and self-reflecting during your travels.

Published on April 16, 2024

before and after photo of evergreen brick works, larger image people walk around green spaces looking at pond
Public places
Before and after: the power of public spaces to bring grey cities to life

Public space proves cities can be more than steel, concrete and smog. Here are 10 transformations that breathe new life into urban landscapes. 

Published on April 15, 2024

Sustainability & climate
An Evergreener's guide to sustainable shopping

It’s time to change the way we shop for the benefit of people and the planet.

Published on April 12, 2024

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Sustainability & climate
Climate-conscious collaborators key to Montreal's success

Solon cultivates community action with Neighbourhood Mobility project.

Published on April 4, 2024

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