Tag Archives: city parks

Green space makes happy place

Posted on April 23, 2013 by

How much value can you put on green space? One of the things I love about the city where I live is its parks. The photo above was taken along the Eramosa River within steps of a residential neighbourhood. I … Continue reading →

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City trees hit hard by ice storm

Posted on April 16, 2013 by

Guelph, Ontario, where I live, takes a lot of pride in its green space. Riverside Park has always been one of the prettiest spots in the city, with a certain Old World charm. It took a hard hit from the … Continue reading →

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My Letter to Guelph Councillors About OPA 48

Posted on June 5, 2012 by

I am concerned that OPA 48 does not provide adequate protection for Guelph’s rivers and greenways. I have been a Guelph resident since 1982 when I came here for university. I stayed because I love Guelph’s strong sense of community, … Continue reading →

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Rally and Celebration for Guelph’s Two Rivers.

Posted on June 5, 2012 by

  It is an important time for river advocates in Guelph. Tonight City Council will vote whether to update the city’s Official Plan with dubious protection for the Speed River and Eramosa River greenway. Coincidentally, this Sunday begins a week-long … Continue reading →

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Guelph’s Two Rivers at Risk

Posted on May 25, 2012 by

Guelph’s natural river heritage may be at risk if changes to the city’s official plan are approved by City Council on June 5. This is occurring without adequate public scrutiny of the draft plan, OPA 84. In response, a new … Continue reading →

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Jardin botanique de Montréal

Posted on May 17, 2012 by

Montreal does not disappoint the tourist. It offers rich history, global cuisine and a wide range of entertainment including numerous cultural festivals. Although predominantly a French city, practically everyone a traveler encounters is bilingual. Danny and I first visited Jardin … Continue reading →

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