Author: dawncparker

Planning context for 134/152 Shanley proposal

August 5, 2021

Our planning environment is increasingly complex, with multiple planning initiatives and revisions underway at both the Region and the City level. Further, the provincial planning context is frequently shifting. While development applications and planning reports contain much of this context, they can be challenging to work through and may not touch on every relevant aspect. … More Planning context for 134/152 Shanley proposal

Your positive words really do help neighbours

March 29, 2020

Hello Neighbours, If it seems like we are helping keep each other’s spirits up, we are.  CBC radio one’s happiness columnist reported on social contagion research, which shows that both worry and a positive outlook can be as contagious as the current virus.  Further, statistics support that happier people tend to have higher numbers of … More Your positive words really do help neighbours

My vision for the Electrohome site!

February 18, 2019

Here is my vision for a potential realtor.ca ad for development at this site. Please share—especially with your out-of-town developer friends! This is an amazing opportunity to be a first-mover in this underserved market, and to create an opportunity for family, friends and other great new neighbours to join our neighbourhood. Highly sought after family-friendly … More My vision for the Electrohome site!

front cover of the Draft Vision Statement for 152 Shanley Street showing the building facade on Duke Street

Vision statement for 152 Shanley Street to be considered at committee meeting

October 25, 2018

If you attended the community design charrette or the follow up session for the for the Electrohome building on Shanley Street, you have likely already received this notice, but in case this is new to you, here is the information about consideration of the Vision Statement for the property at 152 Shanley Street. The Vision … More Vision statement for 152 Shanley Street to be considered at committee meeting

Michelle Buckner

Congratulations to our social activist neighbour, Michelle Buckner

August 20, 2018

Our neighbour Michelle Buckner, known by many of us as a force for positive social change in our neighbourhood and city, has been recognized by the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario with an award for social activism for her work to support breastfeeding mothers. The “Breastfeeding Buddies” programme that she founded provides a support network … More Congratulations to our social activist neighbour, Michelle Buckner