This is a major report, with some blockbuster predictions for how we'll be travelling around cities by 2050. Just look at this chart.

CMHC has released details on the new $1 billion Rapid Housing Initiative announced in Sept 2020. $500 million allocated to cities, $500 million for others, including non profit housing providers. More info on application details here: cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/NHS/rapid-h…

Treaty Map of Canada for Treaty Recognition Week.

Brampton secures federal funding towards city’s flood protection project - quickbitenews.com/article/brampt…

Halifax Regional Council voted unanimously in favour of a recommendation by city staff to support three rapid housing projects led by non-profit housing providers. trib.al/9CHUMfV

Today, December 10th, is Human Rights Day. Let's reaffirm the importance of human rights by taking measures to end discrimination of any kind, address inequalities, encourage participation and promote sustainable development. #Standup4humanrights #HumanRightsDay #16days

Great shout-out to the progressive city planning work that Edmonton has been doing! #yegcc #yegplan theglobeandmail.com/opinion/editor…

A #TorDan constituent reminded me about this conversation Rowena Santos #HappyNewYear :) Adding both Paula Fletcher Jennifer Story as cyclists to #AMPLIFY this article HT Courtney Williams 'What White Allies Can Do to Make Cycling Equitable for All Riders' bicycling.com/culture/a34775…

New COVID-19 data from Toronto Public Health on race and income shows the following: -People that identify with a racialized group make up 79% of Toronto's COVID-19 cases (even though they account for just over half of the city)

I'm not feeling well. I called to schedule a covid test at 3pm. Got picked up in a courtesy taxi at 4:30. Was tested at 4:42, and walked back in my house at 4:56 to self isolate until I get my results. Wow. It is not an accident that Nova Scotia currently has 19 active cases.

NEW REPORT: Can we plan better for equity if planning tools are built with equity in mind? See how advocates tamika butler is @tamikabutler.bsky.social @DrDesthePlanner Greenlining Catholic Charities informed development of Remix Explore, how planners can use data to center equity. bit.ly/about-Remixing…

February is #BlackHistoryMonth. We're celebrating with a month long line up of virtual events, activities and performances for the whole family! Visit ow.ly/DKeH50DnJh3 and follow along using #BHMBrampton.

In 1608 a man named Mathieu DaCosta arrived in #PortRoyal #NS to serve as an interpreter of the Mi’kmaq language to the governor of Acadia. He was the 1st recorded person of African Heritage to visit/live in Canada. Learn more at this free lunch & learn on Feb 16 at 1pm AST ⤵️

It’s a real honour to be included in this list of 2021 women of influence by @ThePlanner_RTPI for #InternationalWomensDay theplanner.co.uk/features/women… I’ve been able to work with a stunning and sophisticated group of women at both YEG City Planning + Development and National Capital Commission over the last year!

RCMP racially discriminated against mother, mishandled witnesses, evidence in Colten Boushie case: watchdog ift.tt/39i2G6P

Nova Scotia's only deaf soccer ref is rising in the ranks ift.tt/3cb9k0v

Department of Transportation Level of Service meanings: A = Abandoned wasteland B = Boring and dull C = Could be interesting D = Definitely check it out E = Exciting and desirable F = Famously popular

Kingston: has a test positivity of 0.98% and 26 pharmacies per 100,000 people offering the #COVID19Vaccine. Brampton (where many essential workers live): has a test positivity of 22.4%, but only 8 pharmacies per 100,000. This is systemic discrimination in action.

Congratulations to Brampton City Planning & Design Division, Urban Design Team. Great contributions from our talented city building professionals and partners working to improve Brampton. Thank-you to CSLA/AAPC and to all the other projects being recognized.

Today, we recognize across the country red dress day remembering and raising awareness about the thousands of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people. #MMIWG #MMIWG2T #RedDressDay