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Our favourite farmers markets across Canada

There’s simply no better way to shop local.  

Published on March 18, 2024

Aerial view of downtown Lac-Mégantic shows solar panels on sports complex and new builds. Photo from Hydro Québec (www.hydroquebec.com/microgrid-lac-megantic/)
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How Lac-Mégantic rebuilt after devastating environmental disaster

Aerial view of downtown Lac-Mégantic shows solar panels on sports complex and new builds. Photo from Hydro Québec (www.hydroquebec.com/microgrid-lac-megantic/)

Published on February 20, 2024

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Five questions with Sheila Boudreau, landscape planner and architect

A career typically has twists and turns, each step building from the last. For Sheila Boudreau, 15 years after working on the very first landscaping plan for Evergreen Brick Works, she’s back in the space she helped create.

Published on November 16, 2023

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Public places
Exploring winter wonderlands: our favourite chilly public spaces in Canada

Markets, ice rinks and other public places connect us to community, provide recreational opportunities and spark joy.

Published on November 14, 2023

Innovation
Our favourite adaptive reuse examples in Canada

Innovation at its finest: repurposing existing structures preserves history while promoting sustainability.

Published on October 17, 2023

Public places
The essential public spaces of Jen Angel, Evergreen’s CEO

In our ongoing series, we ask city-building leaders about their favourite places.

Published on July 19, 2023

Public places
Are these the best beaches across Canada?

Public beaches offer a natural reprieve from the heat and increase our feelings of connection to the plentiful lakes and oceans around us.

Published on July 18, 2023

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Public places
Infographic: Our favourite public space hacks

From enhancing accessibility to fostering a welcoming atmosphere, here are eight ways to maximize the potential of our shared spaces.

Published on July 13, 2023

Ignite series. Speaking ideas. Connecting people. Building community. Image of event space, exposed brick and graffiti with woman on stage speaking at podium and audiences members sitting at tables.
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Experience Evergreen's new self-guided tours

Download them on the Driftscape app today!

Published on July 5, 2023

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