What does it really mean to be innovative? There are a million ways we could attempt to define it, but to us, it means being unafraid to challenge the status quo. However you define it, innovation isn't about speed. Even slow, deliberate progress can have a monumental impact on our communities. In this edition of Evergreen News, we're excited to show you how.
We're diving deep into the world of innovation and how it's the driving force behind creating livable and sustainable communities. Read about innovative projects (like adaptive reuse), learn about forward-thinking trailblazers and find resources to help you initiate change in your community. |
In addition to preserving character and history, repurposing existing structures minimizes the environmental impact of tearing down buildings and building new ones from scratch. Even though our favourite example may be Evergreen Brick Works, we love to share other amazing transformations from across the country. |
Social innovators are trying a new approach to solving social challenges. Living labs are all about testing solutions in real-life environments with community engagement with "end users." We spoke to several Canadian innovators who are using living labs to create meaningful and sustainable change. |
