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How can public spaces help boost mental health and wellbeing in our youth? As part of our spotlight on interesting public spaces, we visited OUTLoud North Bay , a safe space for youth to build a strong and supportive community. Bean bag chairs, colourful murals, an indoor skate park — this is a teenager's dream! OUTLoud North Bay is a demonstration of the important role public community spaces play in strengthening communities. The charity aims to fill the gap in social services with a focus on mental health for kids and youth. Since opening five years ago, the space has seen about 8,000 youth come through the doors. Read the story to see the impressive space and learn about the incredible impact. 🔗https://lnkd.in/guH2kx-3 --- Comment les espaces publics peuvent-ils améliorer la santé mentale et le bien-être de nos jeunes? Dans le cadre de notre série sur les espaces publics intéressants, nous avons visité OUTLoud North Bay, un espace sûr pour les jeunes afin de construire une communauté forte et solidaire. Fauteuils poire, murales colorées, planchodrome intérieur, c’est le rêve des adolescent(e)s! OUTLoud North Bay est une démonstration de l’important rôle que espaces communautaires publics jouent dans le renforcement des communautés. L’organisme de bienfaisance a pour objectif de combler les lacunes des services sociaux en mettant l’accent sur la santé mentale des enfants et des jeunes. Depuis son ouverture il y a cinq ans, l’espace a vu environ 8 000 jeunes franchir ses portes. Lisez l’histoire pour découvrir cet espace impressionnant et en apprendre plus sur son impact incroyable. 🔗https://lnkd.in/guH2kx-3

For a large North American city, Toronto is surprisingly rich in biodiversity. And its natural assets are getting noticed internationally. “There’s a number of new tools and technological ways of quantifying and qualifying the biodiversity that we have that surrounds us here. We've been able to utilize ecological benefit studies to get data to understand the ecological benefits that Toronto's nature provides to its citizens and then inherently to its ecology and the wild,” says Kim Statham, Urban Forestry Director with the City of Toronto. “Toronto's urban forest has a structural value of $7 billion. Even if we had $7 billion, we can't spend it to replace what we have — that very rich diverse living ecosystem which is Toronto's urban forest,” says Statham. “But that gives a pretty good indication of its importance and the critical role that it's playing to the livability and quality of life of Torontonians, visitors and others who come through the city.” Listen to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gaWCMxBg

Public spaces like Evergreen Brick Works bring people together in the most magical ways! From festive markets to ice skating, winter hikes, and so much more, these spots are where lasting memories are made. ❄️✨ Swipe for inspiration on how to share the joy of the season with your loved ones in these vibrant spaces. As Giving Tuesday approaches, consider supporting these special places with a donation. Your contribution helps keep the magic alive! Donate today: https://bit.ly/3OlaNU9 #GivingTuesday #SupportPublicSpaces #Unplug

Small buildings or structures for public use can be climate-friendly, smart and beautiful 😍. Creative design elements and materials make the Forest Pavilion in a Winnipeg park (pictured) an excellent example of flood-resistant design. The Forest Pavilion also leverages innovative technologies like the Internet of Things to turn off the lights when no one’s using the multi-purpose rooms or the bathroom!⚡ Read more on the five case studies featured in our latest research brief, Showcasing Solutions: Innovations in Public Spaces: https://lnkd.in/g4QHBTZV - Les petits bâtiments ou structures destinés à un usage public peuvent être respectueux du climat, intelligents et beaux 😍.   Des éléments de conception et des matériaux créatifs font du Forest Pavilion (situé dans un parc à Winnipeg) un excellent exemple de conception résistante aux inondations. Le Forest Pavilion (photo) tire également parti de technologies innovantes telles que l'Internet des objets, qui permet d'éteindre les lumières lorsque personne n'utilise les salles polyvalentes ou la salle de bains! ⚡   Cliquez le lien pour en savoir plus sur les cinq études de cas présentées dans notre dernier mémoire de recherche, Démonstration des solutions : Innovations dans les espaces publics : https://lnkd.in/gcYX3Wdu

Rencontrez Brian Pottle, l'inspirant directeur exécutif du Katinnganiq Makerspace Network, l'un des quatre projets gagnants du Défi des villes intelligentes 2019 du Canada ! En tant qu'Inuk du Nunatsiavut, dans le nord du Labrador, Brian est un fervent défenseur de l'enseignement postsecondaire dans les communautés autochtones. Il est convaincu que les makerspaces sont essentiels à la créativité, à l'innovation et à l'apprentissage dans le Nord. Lire la suite: https://lnkd.in/gCGc93QX

Où comptez-vous vous amuser et vous retrouver entre amis et en famille cet hiver? « La meilleure manière de combattre la dépression hivernale est de rester actif(-ive) et de sortir. » déclare Joyce Chau, Directrice des programmes à Evergreen. Marché publics, places, parcs sont des endroits incroyables à explorer durant la saison hivernale. Les mois d’hiver sont aussi une bonne excuse pour libérer l’enfant qui sommeille en vous en faisant de la luge, du patin à glace ou des batailles de boules de neige! Découvrez nos espaces publics préférés au Canada à explorer lorsque les températures baissent, lisez l’article : https://lnkd.in/gZhuUgQm

Don’t let life pass you by while you’re glued to a screen. Look up, step outside and take in the beauty of the world around you. A whole, vibrant, breathtaking world exists beyond our tiny screens! ✨ Let’s celebrate and support public spaces where we can come together in real life—places like Evergreen Brick Works, where we build connections that matter most. Our community has shared that the Farmers Market has become a cherished weekly tradition, their children have formed lifelong friendships at our camps, and they’ve celebrated countless special moments, from weddings to other milestones, here at the Brick Works. Put the phone down, grab a friend or family member, and make a moment worth remembering today. Support the public places you love - https://bit.ly/3V2KDJr #DisconnectToReconnect #MomentsThatMatter #Unplug

Avez-vous participé aux événements, services et ressources produits par le Réseau de solutions pour les communautés ? Nous aimerions avoir de vos nouvelles ! Les collectivités de tout le Canada sont invitées à participer à un échange d'idées sur leurs expériences en matière d'intégration des données et des solutions technologiques dans la planification et l'élaboration des politiques et planification. Nous explorerons des thèmes clés tels que les stratégies de résilience climatique, l'infrastructure publique et les techniques d'évaluation. Rejoignez-nous le 27 novembre: https://lnkd.in/gUePxqcR

Meet our November #StaffSpotlight, Michelle Zeppieri! As the Assistant Manager at the Evergreen Garden Market, Michelle brings her deep-rooted knowledge of all things green to every customer experience. She plays a key role in curating the selection of goods at the store, from gardening essentials to local artisan handcrafts and fresh holiday essentials. Let’s get to know more about Michelle! 🌲 Share some fun facts about yourself! I worked on an organic farm for 3 years where I learned how to grow over 60 different types of vegetables from seed. Shout out to Joyfully Organic Farm for teaching me everything I know! I love learning about and working with soil – it's an incredibly precious ecosystem that is teaming with life! Did you know that just one tablespoon of soil contains 50 billion microbes?! Because of the role microorganisms play in our lives, soil is one of the most important ecosystems on Earth, helping to regulate the climate, reduce droughts and floods, filter water, and grow nutritious food! 🌲 What’s your favourite part about working at the Evergreen Garden Market? I love seeing the garden center come alive in the spring with people strolling through the rows of plants, picking out just the right ones for their gardens. Each person has their own unique style, and it's so fun to see the way they mix and match plants, textures and colors. Often, customers bring in rough sketches of their ideas for native plantings or vegetable gardens and helping them bring those visions to life is incredibly rewarding! 🌲 What’s your favourite public space and why? Honestly, Evergreen Brick Works! My first experience there was working with Joyfully Organic Farm at the Saturday Farmers Market, and I instantly fell in love with the vibrant atmosphere. There’s something magical about how the market brings together farmers, makers and the local community all in one place.  In time for the holidays, Michelle has made sure the Evergreen Garden Market is fully stocked with eco-friendly Christmas trees, wreaths, garlands, door charms and mantlepieces! Drop by the store at the Brick Works and come say hello! #EvergreenBrickWorks #Toronto

Some of the best moments are made possible by great public places. 💜 2024 has shown us just how vital public spaces are for our health and communities. They are where acquaintances become friends; where families play together; and where we learn and experience new cultures. However, with more time spent on devices, we're missing out on meaningful in-person connections, contributing to an epidemic of loneliness, linked to issues like attention deficits, sleep deprivation, anxiety and depression. Public spaces provide a solution, offering accessible spots to connect in person and create lasting memories. Together we can continue to build places where children can laugh and play out loud, and where communities can come together to skate, walk, and cycle, enjoy local food and crafts, and connect with one another. Donate today to help keep our public spaces thriving for generations to come. Let's put our phones down, connect with loved ones, and enjoy the great outdoors this holiday season! Thank you for your support! Donate today: https://bit.ly/3AIXtFO