John Finnie (120p)
The Province has enabled local government to implement a regional team approach to achieving water sustainability through implementation of green infrastructure policies and practices.
Both aim to promote the TCPA view that eco-towns must provide green solutions across the whole scope of the development, not just in terms of energy efficient buildings.
Echo Haven in the Rocky Ridge area of Calgary, Alberta has attracted national attention because of its low-impact, healthy and affordable principles.
A convergence of interests has created an opportunity for all the players to set their sights on the common good and challenge the old barriers of jurisdictional interests.
The natural environment should have as much consideration in new and existing developments as other types of infrastructure.
'Green Streets' are designed to capture rainfall and reduce rainwater runoff. Jim Dumont compared Seattle's Street Edge Alternative (SEA) approach with a design that the Township of Langley has implemented.
Creating A Legacy – Convening for Action in Metro Vancouver – Feb 2010
Hosted by the City of Surrey, the Forum was a first step in advancing a regional team approach to align municipal actions in Metro Vancouver with provincial green infrastructure goals.
Patrick Condon (120p)
If we change the way cities are built and retrofitted, we can create the conditions for a livable life for our children and grandchildren.
VanDusen Botanical Garden – new visitors centre
At the heart of the Living Building concept is the belief that society needs to move quickly to a state of balance between the natural and built environments.
“The Premier’s Awards are an annual opportunity to publicly recognize the extraordinary accomplishments of the men and women who have chosen public service as their career,” said Premier Campbell.
