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Public spaces are opportunities for joy: Q&A with Jason Thorne, Toronto’s chief planner

Incredible things happens when people come together in public spaces. The real magic is that it unfolds in unexpected ways. 

Published on August 19, 2025

Public places
Our favourite pet-friendly public spaces across Canada

Beaches, parks, plazas and more — your furry friends enjoy the city just as much as you do.

Published on August 17, 2025

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Kids & education
Designing inclusive and climate-ready play spaces for our children

Interview with Andrew Harvey, landscape and playground designer and inspector at Harvey & Kells.

Published on June 23, 2025

Health & wellbeing
How do we create a playful city?

Evergreen talks to a Dublin, Ireland-based not-for-profit that helps communities build vibrant play spaces.

Published on March 18, 2025

Public places
Where to find the best skyline views in Canada

Public places offer the best viewpoints in most Canadian cities. Here are our favourite public spaces to take pictures of the Canadian skylines. 

Published on March 7, 2025

Public places
Feeling blue? 8 ways to brighten your winter at Evergreen Brick Works

Green means go: These activities will help you chase away the winter blues.

Published on December 20, 2024

Public places
Take a hike (literally!) 5 urban trails to explore this winter

Nature isn’t as far away as it seems. Don’t let the thermostat stop you from enjoying amazing public spaces.  

Published on November 20, 2024

Public places
New Toronto park serves as a model for dense, urban housing projects

We talked to Leah Houston, executive director of Mabelle Arts, about the role of public art, community consultation and a partnership with Evergreen to get the community even more involved.

Published on November 19, 2024

Public places
Unlocking the Power of Public Space: Takeaways from the 2024 Evergreen Conference

From tactical urbanism to social infrastructure — discover the key ideas that will shape the future of our cities.

Published on October 24, 2024

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