As Dave Harvey retires from his co-leadership position at Park People, he reflects on the incredible journey since founding the organization in 2011.
Why are events in parks important? How do grants fit into Park People’s larger goals for creating change in city parks?
We know we benefit when we get outside and connect with others when winter makes us feel isolated. Here are some ideas for how your group can animate parks in winter.
Here are some valuable tips to create a welcoming, safe, and respectful environment for participants of all abilities, backgrounds, ages, and gender identities!
Watch our special launch webinar with the Report's authors to get the inside scoop on our findings.
How the City of Charlottetown’s experience with Hurricane Fiona demonstrates the importance of cross-departmental partnerships and resilient infrastructure to mitigate the impact of extreme winds.
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Vice Chair Board of Directors, Greenspace Alliance
Nicole DesRoches, born in Ottawa and living in Chelsea Québec, part of the National Capital Region, therefore living within the context of Québec Law. She has been involved in environmental dossiers for more than 40 years and navigating both provincial regimes. Originally teaching in primary school but involved in different political movements, she became executive director of a Regional Council on the Environment and Sustainable Development in 2000. She is involved with the Greenspace Alliance of the National Capital board of directors and president of a Watershed Protection Agency.