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Wolfville housing accelerator action plan
Happy Cities worked with the Town of Wolfville, Nova Scotia to lead planning and engagement for the Housing Accelerator Action Plan, guiding the way for gentle density and economic revitalization in the town centre.
Park City main street area plan
Happy Cities developed a plan to transform Main Street into a vibrant community hub that welcomes locals and international tourists alike.
Age- and dementia-inclusive neighbourhood design guidelines
Happy Cities, in collaboration with researchers from Simon Fraser University, has developed a new guide on how neighborhoods can better support individuals living with dementia.
Spring Garden Road, Halifax wellbeing assessment methodology
In 2021, Halifax's iconic Spring Garden Road underwent a $10-million streetscape reconstruction project, central to the city's identity as a vibrant hub. Happy Cities was commissioned to develop a methodology to assess the project's impact on enhancing people's well-being.
Uptown active transportation and public realm improvements
In 2021, the City of New Westminster initiated projects in the Uptown neighborhood to create safe, comfortable, and accessible walking, wheeling, and biking corridors and public spaces for people of all ages and abilities.
Streets for people in 2020
Cities can balance pandemic restrictions and outdoor enjoyment by ensuring ample space for activities.
Rapid placemaking to bring back Main Street
COVID-19 hit Canada's main streets hard, with closures devastating small businesses. Immediate action is needed, but inclusive planning is crucial for safer, stronger, and more inclusive long-term improvements.