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Like Charles, we've started making moves off of this platform, and will be sharing more of our content in other places going forward! To follow along in our mission to build happier cities, find us at: bsky.app/profile/happyc…

This Tues. FREE: PLACEMAKING: CREATING HAPPIER CITIES!!! Learn what, how, where, why, when... Live webinar with superb Emma Avery & Leah Karlberg. Tues. Jan. 21 11:00am EST / 5:00pm CET Register & share, FREE: bit.ly/4gtGu9B

Exciting news! Learn how to design dementia-inclusive neighbourhoods—and create communities where everyone can thrive.

Can a lobby build community? Lobbies often feel uninviting and empty, used only to pick up mail. Can they become more than that? Download our new housing design toolkit with @HeyNeighbourBC to learn how to design social lobbies: happycities.com/building-socia…

We're looking forward to joining the @ncceh webinar on Jan. 15! Join us to hear more about how we can design more inclusive, healthy, connected housing in growing cities. This session will share resources from our new housing toolkit with @HeyNeighbourBC

What keeps you joyful and motivated in the face of big challenges? As our team winds down for the holidays, we reflected on the big and small wins that keep us energized to do more. Our last newsletter of 2024 shares holiday tunes, reads & causes: mailchi.mp/happycities/ha…

What does a welcoming entrance look like? Many people cross paths going in and out of an apartment building. But it's not often they stop to chat. Social design features can help. Download our new housing design toolkit w/ @HeyNeighbourBC to learn more: happycities.com/building-socia…

Can hallways be more than just a means to get to and from your front door? This cozy elevator nook at Little Mountain Cohousing says yes. Download our new housing design toolkit w/ @HeyNeighbourBC to learn how to create more social circulation spaces: happycities.com/building-socia…

🏙️This #HAPPIweek, Madeleine Hebert from @HappyCitiesTeam, shares key lessons from the 'Building Social Connections Toolkit' and how thoughtful #Design can create stronger communities and improve quality of life in shared living spaces. Read here: housinglin.org.uk/blogs/Designin… #HAPPI

Our trails keep us active and healthy. We want to know how we can help make the multi-use trail along the Alaska Highway a better option for you to get around! Learn more: yukon.ca/en/news/public…

So grateful to be a part of this work to create more age- and dementia-inclusive neighbourhoods. And, we're thrilled to share a new resource for planners to learn to apply dementia-inclusive design in their own communities! Learn more: happycities.com/projects/demen…

IT'S OFFICIAL! My book From Potential to Purpose is finally here! 📚✨ amazon.ca/Potential-Purp… To everyone who has been part of my journey—thank you. Your support, encouragement, and belief in me made this dream a reality, and I couldn’t have done it without you. ❤️ This book is more than just my story; it’s a guide to overcoming obstacles, discovering your purpose, and creating authentic connections. Whether you're an entrepreneur, an advocate, or someone looking for inspiration to make a difference, From Potential to Purpose will empower you to harness your unique abilities and turn your potential into purpose. Get your copy today—just in time for the holidays or as a perfect way to kick off your New Year's resolutions! Let’s start this next chapter together. 🙌 #FromPotentialToPurpose #BookLaunch #HolidayReads

What makes a great courtyard? Explore our new #housing design toolkit w/ @HeyNeighbourBC to learn more about how to create social outdoor spaces 🌱 Download the free toolkit today! happycities.com/building-socia…

Excited to host this event at the Vancouver Public Library next week! I promise it'll be more fun than your typical public hearing... Sign up to attend here: vpl.bibliocommons.com/events/672162c…

Happy Cities is a proud Living Wage Employer. New report from @LivingWage_BC, released today, finds that living wage in Metro Vancouver has risen to $27.05 an hour. Read the report: livingwagebc.ca/calculations20… Learn more about our commitments: happycities.com/b-corp-certifi…

Catch us today at #HousingCentral! We're presenting at two sessions: 10-11:30am: Tools in creating more equitable, connected communities w/ Mini Village 12:30-2pm: Housing that connects us: Toolkit for resilient housing w @HeyNeighbourBC conference.housingcentral.ca/Conference/Con… @BCNPHA

Harm reduction advocate @guyfelicella shares his story of addiction and homelessness. Calls for society to challenge stigma towards people struggling. “It’s the main reason we don’t reach out for help…and it’s the main reason why we continue to die alone.” #HousingCentral

Just Launched: The 2024 Canadian City Parks Report! It highlights the most significant trends, challenges, and practices shaping Canada's city #parks. Dive into our key insights, inspiring case studies, and useful data: ow.ly/bq9150U8lqz #CCPR2024 @WestonFamilyFdn

Had a great tour today of this new multi-unit community, with affordable homes & homes for people with disabilities: burnabynow.com/local-news/lar… Looking forward to another great day at #HousingCentral tomorrow! @LArcheV @clbc_connect @CityofBurnaby @GBLArchitects @BCNPHA