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“By reading this plaque, you have made a valuable addition to the number of people who have read this plaque” … an important heritage moment on the streets of Toronto (by artist Sarah Lazarovic).

A commemorative plaque titled "The Toronto Recursive History Project of Toronto's Recursive History," situated in a garden area. The plaque has text explaining its significance, stating it was commemorated on October 10, 2018, and states that by reading this plaque, you have made a valuable addition to the number of people who have read this plaque. To this day and up to the end of this sentence, this plaque continues to be read by people like yourself.

Holiday reading.

A cozy living room scene featuring a book titled "Impossible Toronto: On the Courtyard Learning from European Blocks" on a table, next to a patterned mug. A fireplace with a gentle flame is in the background, accompanied by decorative stars overhead.

The LEGO Tower on Harbord Street by Toronto artist Martin Reis.

A colorful tower made of LEGO bricks wrapped around a sign post stands on the sidewalk in front of a coffee shop. The structure features various shapes and designs, and the shop has large glass windows revealing a cozy interior.

Graffiti Alley, Toronto

A vibrant mural covers the exterior of a building, featuring bold colors and whimsical designs, including abstract shapes, sea creatures, and plants. The entrance reads "530 REAR," and there are utility lines crossing the scene against a clear blue sky.

A vibrant mural covering a brick wall, depicting a colorful underwater scene filled with various fish, coral, and marine life. The artwork features bright colors and playful designs, with windows framed in pink. Adjacent buildings in the background provide a contrasting urban setting

The Children’s Art Factory in the restored 1875 Raymond Sewing Machine building on Yarmouth Street in Guelph.

A colorful outdoor play area featuring a whimsical fence made of painted wooden posts, situated in front of a historic brick building. The building has large windows and the words "Children's Art" displayed in bright, playful letters.

60 new rental homes under construction in south Etobicoke by developers Oben Flats and Windmill Developments. The 9-storey project is prefabricated using mass timber for both the structure and envelope.

An under-construction building with a modern design features a red crane on the left and a yellow construction lift. The building has multiple floors, with the top floor partially completed. Construction materials and safety barriers are visible at the base.

A construction site featuring a partially built multi-story building. The structure has a mix of materials, including dark panels and wooden elements. There is scaffolding and construction equipment visible, along with a crane in the background. Safety signs are posted around the base

You don’t see this very often anymore. 30 storeys of hand-laid brick. This is Fitzrovia’s Sloane project in North York.

A tall building with a brick facade and large windows, set against a clear blue sky.

A low-angle view of two tall buildings against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. The buildings feature a mix of brick and glass facades.

A view of two modern, multi-story buildings with a facade of red brick and glass. The sky in the background is partly cloudy. The angle captures the buildings from below, emphasizing their height.

A new route to a new park. The Don Roadway bike trail and pedestrian path is now open to Ookwemin Minising island and Biidaasige Park in Toronto.

A winding paved bike path with green centre line markings, flanked by young trees and streetlights. In the background, a modern bridge and a body of water are visible under a cloudy sky.

From a gas station to 57 new homes. New midrise in Scarborough (Windmill Development, Oben Group and RAW Architects).

A street scene featuring a gas station on the right with several vehicles in the parking lot. On the left, there is a brick building partially visible. The sky is cloudy, indicating a possibly overcast day.

A multi-story modern building under construction, featuring a mix of brick and contemporary materials. Scaffolding is present at the base, with construction equipment visible. Several vehicles are parked in front, and utility lines run overhead against a cloudy sky.

The future home of the Canadian Helen Keller Centre … 56 affordable and accessible homes in south Etobicoke.

A modern building under construction features a black exterior with colorful accents in yellow, red, and orange. The structure has large windows and is surrounded by bare trees and construction elements, including a partially finished ground level. The sky is overcast.

A colorful, modern building with large, bright window frames in red, pink, and yellow is in the background. In the foreground, a skate park with graffiti-covered ramps and scattered autumn leaves is visible. The sky appears cloudy.

A modern multi-story building under construction, featuring a black exterior with colorful window frames in yellow, pink, and red. The base is partially covered and surrounded by construction fencing, with cloudy skies above.

The 9.5 metre tall “Seated Bear With Friends” by artist Dean Drever, overlooking the new park and playground at the Crosstown development in Toronto.

A large bronze bear sculpture sits prominently, depicting the bear in a seated position. The background features modern high-rise buildings and a partly cloudy sky. The sculpture is mounted on a reflective black base.

The new CMHC design catalogue for garden suites and multiplexes got a lot of well-deserved attention. The companion Material Guide by Ha/f Climate Design is equally impressive. It provides a life-cycle assessment of the cost and carbon of each choice of materials to inform low-cost, low-carbon, resilient construction.

Available at https://assets.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/sites/housing%20catalog/resources/housing-hesign-catalogue-materials-guide-en.pdf?rev=aafca114-08f0-4e87-af22-d8bfc18932c4

An illustrated diagram showing typical building components with labels and a table outlining various materials for insulation and membranes. The diagram includes structural elements like roofing and walls, while the table specifies material types, thickness, carbon impact, lifespan, and cost for insulation products.

Beautiful subway entrances, inviting you in to the London Underground.

A historic red-tiled building with "Kilburn Park" and "Exit" signage, featuring decorative windows and lamps. An "Underground" sign is visible nearby, indicating it is a London Tube station. The sky is slightly overcast.

A modern subway station interior featuring an escalator with passengers ascending. The ceiling is glass, allowing natural light, while a textured wall made of bricks is visible in the background. Electronic ticket barriers are located on the left.

A narrow, arched corridor features white tiled walls and three hanging globe lights. There is a decorative floral design on one side and visible reflections on the wet floor. At the end of the corridor, a "Underground" sign is seen.

The world’s longest rainbow path. The 600 metre “Long Walk to Equality” by artist Travis Myers at Hanlan’s Point on Toronto Island … the location of Canada’s first Pride in 1971.

A vibrant, colorful path painted in rainbow stripes winds through a green landscape, flanked by trees and bordered by a wooden fence. The sky is partly cloudy, adding to the scenic view.

A colorful rainbow pathway stretches through a park, surrounded by greenery and a wooden fence. The sky is partly cloudy, enhancing the vibrant hues of the path.

The Venn diagram of urban density and average household GHG emissions is pretty much a circle. Interesting study on “Mapping household GHG emissions in the Greater Golden Horseshoe” from the University of Toronto School of Cities https://schoolofcities.utoronto.ca/mapping-household-ghg-emissions-in-the-greater-golden-horseshoe/

“For generations, neighbourhoods across Toronto were dotted with small shops … while some community gems are still thriving today, unfortunately, over time, zoning rules have made it harder for new businesses to open. That could soon change.”

https://www.thestar.com/sponsored-sections/a-new-vision-for-toronto-s-neighbourhoods-welcoming-back-small-shops-and-services/article_b3c99bbb-6256-4ed1-9186-c01553c2af6b.html

Protected construction detour lane for cyclists … nicely done! #BikeTooter

Urban street scene featuring a construction zone with scaffolding and cranes on tall buildings. A yellow traffic barrel is prominent in the foreground, alongside construction signs indicating bike and pedestrian pathways separated by physical barriers. Skyscrapers and a partially visible historic building are in the background.

Great short video by TransLink explaining “the empty bus lane myth”

“Got Drunk, Fell Down” art installation on the #Halifax waterfront by artists Chris Hanson and Hendrika Sonnenberg.

A whimsical light sculpture with a curvy, oversized lamppost is situated on a wooden pier and one lamppost lying on the ground. Several people are seated on benches nearby, with a view of the water and a clear blue sky above.

Swinging. Rocking. Lounging. #Halifax has mastered the art of just sitting and looking at the water.

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