Joan Laurie
4/23/2019 2:51 PM
Better walking infrastructure contributes to accessibility and accessibility, from my perspective, is a major contributor to being a more liveable city for all.
Joan Laurie
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Joan's actions
Action Track: Social Justice
Give a Microloan
#62 Women Smallholders
I will give 1 microloan(s) to women who need help starting a business.
Buildings and Cities
Go for a Daily Walk
#54 Walkable Cities
I will take a walk for 60 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.
Action Track: Social Justice
Express My Support
#54 Walkable Cities
I will find out who in my city makes decisions that impact neighborhood walkability and express my support for better walking infrastructure.
Materials
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
#47 Bioplastic
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Social JusticeHow could better walking infrastructure make your city both more enjoyable and more equitable?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterialsWhat single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?
Joan Laurie 4/03/2019 9:00 AMMetal straws, with brush cleaners, are now in my and my childrens’ homes along with BPA free, reusable plastic storage storage containers. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and CitiesWhat have you noticed on your daily walks? What have you enjoyed? What infrastructure changes could make your walks more enjoyable or possible?
Joan Laurie 4/03/2019 8:56 AMToronto is a wonderfully walkable city. The ravine system and many distinct neighbourhoods provide such interesting options.