TC Talks Placemaking and Public Realm: June 10

On Wednesday, June 10, join me for at the St. Lawrence Community Recreation Centre for an evening of insight and conversation as an expert panel explores the City of Toronto's Placemaking and Public Realm.  We will recognize and celebrate the city's growing public realm while discussing the ongoing challenges of activating spaces with community members, City staff, and urban planners.

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Every year, our office hosts a series of Toronto Centre Talks (TC Talks). This popular educational panel series brings together voices from the public, private, and nonprofit sectors to share expertise, spark dialogue, and explore ideas that shape our city and communities.

What: TC Talks: Placemaking and Public Realms
When: June 10, 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Where: St. Lawrence Community Recreation Centre (230 The Esplanade)

Meet our panellists:

  • Barbara Gray - Former General Manager, City of Toronto Transportation Services;
  • Becky Katz - Manager of Operations and Maintenance, City of Toronto Transportation Services;
  • Amanda Rourke - Executive Director of 8 80 Cities;
  • Connie Langille - Chair of the Church Wellesley Neighbourhood Association and;
  • Matt Canaran - Executive Director of Friends of Allan Gardens.

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Our previous TC Talks: Cultural Districts was a huge success! We explored the City of Toronto's new Cultural Districts Program — an exciting initiative designed to recognize and celebrate the city's distinct cultural areas while addressing the growing challenge of shifting cultural identity. Cultural district designations help preserve our local identities and ensure that the histories and stories told in specific communities don't disappear over time. Check out the recording of the event here!

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