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@QualtyntQuantty @jen_keesmaat We can agree on that! - quality matters!👍

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@QualtyntQuantty @jen_keesmaat *all density is not bad *

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@QualtyntQuantty @jen_keesmaat All density is not back - density is a range and full of complexity. Don't simplify this - quality density includes a wide range of services and facilities so you can age in place even if you don't drive. Cars arn't bad - they serve a purpose, but should there should be a balance

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@QualtyntQuantty @jen_keesmaat Hmmm I wonder if increased density could enhance our quality of life, reduce the destructive environmental damage of car dependency, and provide quality shared spaces for all residents to enjoy across all age groups....

https://t.co/hdeC7q1UIt

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@QualtyntQuantty @jen_keesmaat https://t.co/hdeC7pKRGt

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We believe new engagement tools are an important step to creating communities that are more inclusive and engaging for all people. Check out UrbanDesignX - a free to use tool - at https://t.co/2MlwR1pUUW
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A few clouds can't hold back the colour.☁️ Great to stroll along Princess St. W. @uptownwaterloo Piece by Kitchener-based designer Amy Esplen. See and share more transformations @ https://t.co/2MlwR1qsKu

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Do you have an idea to improve your community? Check out the Ontario Community Changemakers Grant!

@880Cities is looking for ideas that fall under the three themes: activate public space, enhance civic engagement, and foster civic inclusion.

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Hey Ontario!
It's been awhile, but we are back! Ontario Community Changemakers is back at it for the 2022 season and we want to hear from you! From the Attawapiskat First Nation to Leamington, ON, applications are now open for Year 2!

Learn more at: https://t.co/HOZR4b4kdi

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@ourbikelanenyc @modacitylife Fantastic transformation! Add this to the community map at https://t.co/g8rW6VBNRs

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@CanUrbanism @ArcDesSco @JanesWalkTO @TOpublicspace @MoreNeighbours @CitySpaceArchi @uodarchup @PAS_tweets @HappyCitiesTeam @ULLdn @dundeecycling @visitdundee1 @place_canada @PlacemakingXAus @placemaking_eu

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The engagement platform for creatives, communities and changemakers. Help shape future updates and features!

Sign up for the beta at https://t.co/2MlwR1pUUW

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We need to design innovative solutions to re-stitch cities and communities divided by highway barriers - there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Working with communities to discuss what they really want is the first step. https://t.co/9FyUaQdJSX

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Public art is good for us and our communities! Public art creates what urban designer at Vancouver-based Happy Cities @MitchellReardon calls “community fingerprints” Read more at https://t.co/g8Eg1gK2fk
@PublicArtFund @PublicArt_UK @PPS_Placemaking @yycbump @Murals_DC @ArcDesSco

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@OhUrbanity @citybeautiful @mbruntlett @colvilleandersn @StrongTowns @tehsiewdai @RM_Transit @JennyElliottEdi @Nerd4Cities @charlescampion @PlacemakingX @place_canada @RyersonPlanners @UwaterlooPSA @EVDSSA @dundeecycling @KateMarieGraham @LdnOntBikeCafe @ULLdn @ULIToronto

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What if there was a place to map, share, discuss & inspire urban change? (an intuitive platform that did NOT feel like filing your taxes🤷)

Sign up for the UrbanDesignX beta! To see more visit https://t.co/2MlwR1pUUW

What features would you like to see on the platform?

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@plannerdayna 🇨🇦

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How do you prove that public realm improvements have value before they are complete? @DaynaEdwards & @adamclark_cok from the @CityKitchener describe the collaborative 'Bandwagon Placemaking' approach.

Link: https://t.co/yTySDjT6Fl
Photo Credit: Jim Edmondson, City of Kitchener

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UrbanDesignX is a new engagement platform to empower local citizens to share, map, and discuss urban change. We’re happy to announce registration for the UrbanDesignX Beta is now open! If you would like early access register @ https://t.co/2MlwR1pUUW