Our cities need places that connect us — places that build community, places that fill our cities with joy, places that are good for us and our planet. Even in the winter (or especially in the winter), great public spaces are essential.
We're building on our legacy of transforming public spaces by making the case for place. In this edition of Evergreen News, read about how great public places contribute to our health, happiness and sense of connection. Take a look at our stories below and you'll see our website sporting a brand new look! |
Winter wonderlands: our favourite chilly public spaces in Canada |
Great places connect us to what matters most — each other, our communities, nature and our planet. And, even in the winter, Canada has some incredible places. Toboggan hills, ice rinks, markets and, yes, even beaches make our list! |
Everything you need to know if you missed last month's Evergreen Conference |
Public places can be a solution to some of the most pressing challenges cities and communities face. “Together, we can build places that break this crisis of disconnection by connecting us with nature and each other,” said Evergreen CEO Jen Angel. Read our full rundown of the conference. |
Don't put your bike away! Here's how to cycle through winter in Canada |
Great public spaces enable us to cycle all four seasons in Canada. Ready to conquer winter on two wheels? We've got some essential tips before you head out for a chilly ride. |
My new home: Facing the housing landscape as a newcomer |
Amna Usman, Communications Specialist for Evergreen's Housing Supply Challenge Support Program, writes about the complex journey of finding a stable home as a newcomer in Canada. |
Stories we're reading from around the web |
• To build resilient communities, start with social connection: Happy Cities
• A guide to your first winter in Canada: The Newcomer
• Toronto’s new linear parks stretch the idea of what — and where — a public space can be: Toronto Star
• Want to improve kids’ mental health? Get outside: Evergreen |
Have you noticed our new look? |
Evergreen’s focus moving forward is clear and builds on over 30 years of impact that we’ve seen. As the Vital Signs Report below shows us, our need for better public spaces that connect us has never been greater. They provide access to community, support dense housing, celebrate diverse people, improve health and wellbeing, cool our cities and build social connection and trust. They bring people joy and improve our health and wellbeing.
Learn more about the power of place, watch the video (it’ll make you smile) and join us as we work alongside communities to transform public spaces in our cities for the health of people and our planet.
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Vital Signs Report 2023 out now |
The Vital Signs Report, published by the Toronto Foundation, has been running for more than 15 years, drawing attention to Toronto’s most pressing challenges.This year, the report focuses on the issue that underlies all of them — restoring the connection between us and our city. The report found that frequent usage of community assets and public spaces correlates strongly with better mental health, stronger social connections, a higher sense of belonging and increased rates of donations and volunteering.
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In our Employee Spotlight series, we share the perspectives of the Evergreen team. Next up is our Q&A with Chelsea Carss, Senior Manager of Outreach and Partnerships, who gets to explore different ways that Evergreen can support the work of communities across the country. |
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We are looking for skilled, passionate individuals to join our growing team. As Evergreen works to build thriving cities that are livable and green, we are dedicated to developing a workforce that reflects the spaces in which we live and work. Visit our careers page |
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In our work creating a healthier future through better public spaces, we come across terms that would be considered jargon in everyday conversations. But this is difficult when trying to create inclusive places. Learn about our Word of the Month, and check out our City Builder Glossary for more. |
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