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'After Empirical Urbanism' Panel Discusses the Messages of Maps

Map of Nairobi's matatus network, image courtesy of Civic Data Design Lab
February 27, 2015 8:30 pm | by Marcus Mitanis | Comments
University of Toronto's John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design began its three-day symposium 'After Empirical Urbanism' today. The free series explores urbanism as an art, ... read more
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Time-Lapse Video Artfully Shows Toronto in Motion

February 27, 2015 7:42 pm | by Jack Landau | Comments
It takes the dedication of many photographers to make UrbanToronto such a visually appealing source for news. While the static image is king here, we are presented every once in a while with a ... read more
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Daily Headlines: News From the Internet for February 27, 2015

February 27, 2015 9:13 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
Toronto Hydro says they’re not to blame for Queens Quay project delay; Rob Ford’s former chief of staff gets new job with Ontario Liberals; Toronto Mayor John Tory says the ... read more
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Throwback Thursday: The Changing View from Granby Street

Throwback Thursday, Aura at College Park, The Met, Granby Street, Toronto
February 26, 2015 10:47 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
Several new high-rises have been constructed in the Bay/Yonge College/Carlton area over the past several years. That includes two two-towered condo projects Residences of College Park and The Met, ... read more
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Daily Headlines: News From the Internet for February 26, 2015

February 26, 2015 8:19 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
Transit real estate deals elicit skepticism from TTC officials; Toronto moves toward making more outdoor rinks available; Family claims falling concrete from Gardiner damaged car; ... read more
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Daily Headlines: News From the Internet for February 25, 2015

February 25, 2015 8:47 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
UPX trains enter intensive, pre-launch testing; Toronto transit agency Metrolinx to take ‘modest first step’ into real estate; Mystery tunnel: five things we can surmise ... read more
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Heritage Toronto Releases 'State of Heritage Report'

Market Street now fitted with restaurants and shops, image by Marcus Mitanis
February 24, 2015 4:40 pm | by Marcus Mitanis | Comments
Heritage Toronto, a City of Toronto arms-length agency tasked with promoting our architectural, cultural, natural and archaeological heritage, released its 'State of Heritage Report' today. The ... read more
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Lecture Series at Ryerson University: Interdisciplinarity

gh3, Ryerson University department of Architectural Science, Toronto, Lecture
February 24, 2015 4:18 pm | by Nicolas Arnaud-Goddet | Comments
Ryerson University's Department of Architectural science will hold a lecture on the theme of interdisciplinarity in architecture. The lecture will be hosted by Pat Hanson, founding partner of gh3, ... read more
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Daily Headlines: News From the Internet for February 24, 2015

February 24, 2015 9:21 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
Chair predicts more bad news for TTC in wake of audit findings; Bay-Bloor pedestrian scramble closer to removal; Massey Hall’s Major Facelift Kicks Off; and more ... read more
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U of T Hosting 'After Empirical Urbanism' Symposium

The free symposium does not require registration, image by Marcus Mitanis
February 23, 2015 1:58 pm | by Marcus Mitanis | Comments
From February 27 to March 1, the University of Toronto's John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design will host a three-day symposium exploring the role of empirical ... read more
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Daily Headlines: News From the Internet for February 23, 2015

February 23, 2015 8:39 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
Olivia Chow to become Ryerson University professor; Mayor John Tory's approval rating remains high; Former Pan Am Games CEO defends his spending; and more ... read more
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Toronto Graffiti Management Plan Wins National Award

StART, 2104 Public Sector Leadership Awards, Graffiti Management Plan, Toronto
February 20, 2015 1:15 pm | by Salena Barry | Comments
There is a public storage building that I pass everyday on my commute to and from home. "Clean" would be the best way to describe it; it is white, it has a simple cubical design, and, in our 18 ... read more
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Daily Headlines: News From the Internet for February 20, 2015

February 20, 2015 8:26 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
Toronto’s police chief will be in charge of Pan Am security, Blair asserts; Toronto loses its way on Bay-Bloor scramble; TDSB reforms don't go far enough, Sandals says; ... read more
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Daily Headlines: News From the Internet for February 19, 2015

February 19, 2015 7:57 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
Proposal to build new development underneath Gardiner Expressway set to go to council; Ontario shows interest in Port Lands development project; Waterfront Toronto’s ... read more
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Daily Headlines: News From the Internet for February 18, 2015

February 18, 2015 7:40 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
Mayor Tory says now is not the time to talk about new taxes; Installations Worth Checking Out at the Beach (Even in Winter); Toronto Mayor John Tory looking into whether ... read more
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Daily Headlines: News From the Internet for February 17, 2015

February 17, 2015 8:38 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
New TTC streetcars to offer better ride, but longer waits; Warming stations bring joy to Toronto’s frozen beaches; Historic Courtice home to be demolished to clear way for ... read more
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Daily Headlines: News From the Internet for February 13, 2015

February 13, 2015 9:16 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
Tory wants city to lend to itself to balance books; The Scarborough Subway and Smart Track are about to collide; Subdivision to be built on Oak Ridges Moraine; and more ... read more
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Daily Headlines: News From the Internet for February 12, 2015

February 12, 2015 7:38 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
Metro Toronto population blasts above six million according to Stats Can. Montreal at four million; How micro condos are facing their first real test in Canada ... read more
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Insider Q&A: Catherine Diraison of Concert Properties

Insider Q&A: Catherine Diraison of Concert Properties
February 11, 2015 10:00 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
We return with another Insider Q&A featuring a professional in Toronto's real estate industry, this time speaking with Catherine Diraison, Vice President of Sales at Concert Properties. ... read more
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Daily Headlines: News From the Internet for February 11, 2015

February 11, 2015 9:25 am | by Jack Landau | Comments
Markham arena details stay under wraps; Tory secures money to study feasibility of SmartTrack; Mementoes of ‘Maple Leaf Forever’ tree to go on display at Toronto City ... read more

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