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Teeming with life: ecosystems of the North Shore
When we incorporate nature into urban communities and infrastructure, we increase biodiversity, making neighborhoods greener, healthier, and safer.
Our North Shore roots are in the trees
Braaap, braaap, zing ding ding ding. Oh, no. There’s the sound of another tree coming down. Birds circle the area, literally in a flap because their home is being destroyed. The tree is a large Western red cedar, perhaps over 100 years old. I cry for the birds, the tree and me.
What’s good about paid parking?
If the right price is charged for parking spaces, there will always be a spot available when you need it. If parking is free, people have no incentive to move their cars - so the available parking spots fill up and don’t turn-over.
Supportive housing: yes in my backyard
Supportive housing is about investing in the health and happiness of our entire community. The leading causes of homelessness on the North Shore are low income, high rents and a lack of affordable rentals.
Freedom is about options— part 2: housing
Housing options look like a variety of home sizes, in a variety of locations, and at a variety of price points. This includes an abundance of choices in those housing types whether you are renting or buying.
Freedom is about options—part 1: transportation
We need better transportation options, including bus-lanes and safer walking & biking. Too many people trying to travel by car results in everything being further away.
Crossing guards are good, safe infrastructure even better
Crossing guards need to be part of a comprehensive traffic safety program around schools.
Potty politics: can we afford to flush in 2025?
Here’s what each North Shore municipality is doing to prevent us from feeling the flush of our tax dollars going down the drain through a massive utility bill “shock” in 2025.
Rain gardens replenish and recharge our creeks
We need many, many more rain gardens and a plan to integrate them with our traditional municipal stormwater management systems.
Fast. Fun. Cheap. The joy of e-biking on the North Shore
I’m amazed at how much an e-bike has improved my day-to-day life.
Making Lonsdale Great
What makes a street great? Great Streets are places where people enjoy spending time. and businesses and people thrive.
Transforming school zones
The way to make school zones safe is to make them car-free or car-light through roadway design
Political shifts: BC election results on the North Shore
Look at our new electoral map and the diversity of colors representing the different parties today.
Townhouses rock! Let’s encourage them
Townhouses provide family-oriented, missing-middle housing options.
Introducing Better North Shore
By founding Better North Shore, we are creating a focal point for people who share our values and desire for positive change.
Say thanks! to anyone riding the bus, walking or biking
If you are driving, they are one-less-car in-front of you.
Solutions for North Van’s legendary traffic
Adding more lanes does not resolve congestion. Here are some real solutions to our traffic problem.
More green roofs set to grow in North Vancouver?
The City of North Vancouver is looking at ways to promote green roofs in new and existing housing,
Why allow any development at all?
Creating homes for people aligns with my values, and my self-interest. I hope it aligns with your values too.
Taking action on climate change: A North Shore perspective
We are responsible for pioneering new and better ways to live, work, and play that are lighter on the land