What is it like to be a CityStudio volunteer? How has it evolved over the course of the pandemic? Yen Yuen, our longest-standing volunteer and outstanding HUBBUB champion, shares a bit about her role behind the scenes of HUBBUBs 1 through 4. Those of us who have attended or been […]
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The CityStudio North Vancouver HUBBUB Showcase happens at the end of each term. What does it take to make this exciting event run smoothly? Jonathan Coulthard, CityStudio Research Assistant and Alum, shared a bit about his role behind the scenes at HUBBUB 4, on April 29 2021. HUBBUB is always […]
The Effect of Emotional Salience on Compliance with Public Health protocols This team investigated how exposing participants to media messages with varying emotionally moving content impacted their willingness to comply with COVID-19 health protocols. The Team Students: Maura Gudaitis, Jana Honing, Rosemary Renstad Instructor: Dr. Douglas Alards-Tomalin Partners: Heather Evans (City of North […]
How do community members perceive COVID-19? Term: Spring 2021Department: PsychologyCourse: Research Methods (PSYC 212)Instructor: Douglas Alards-TomalinStaff contact: Heather Evans (City of North Vancouver) Two groups of students are conducting research on the experience of community members regarding COVID-19. City Strategy and Goal Area: Council Strategic Plan A City for People […]
A proposed green roof retrofit to a north shore public high school with a more energy efficient profile that compounds as a biome restoration effort in the local region as well as earthquake structural stabilizing. The Team Students: Austin Cove, Benjamin Tomkins, Bradley Ellis, Geriel Larosa Instructor: Michelle Gunness Partners: Clare Husk (City […]
This project was created to raise awareness of the HUBBUB digital project showcase. The campaign consisted of social media marketing and community relations initiatives to boost engagement levels. The Team Students: Karen Ha and Kiona Graham Instructor: Jane Ince Partners: Adele Therias (CityStudio North Vancouver Course code: CMNS 495
Strategy to increase diversity in the North Vancouver City Fire Department Our project consists of repositioning NSFS, collaborating with institutions, and diversifying locally. The “RCD” project aims for NSFS to better represent the community by diversifying its workforce. The Team Students: Karen Ha, Brooke Lightburn, Aleksandra Bjelica, Kris Gibb, Verna Wang […]
The City of North Vancouver is seeking to address a recognized lack of diversity among their recruitment candidates. This class conducted interviews in the community among the target demographic to gain insight into barriers to employment. The Team Students: Jacob Butler, Daniella A Manetta [representing the entire class] Instructor: Nancy Nowlan Partners: Chief […]
Don’t Leave Him Alone! We created a campaign with a lovable firey mascot named Freddy as the face of it for the North Vancouver Fire Department. He is here to gain sympathy and create awareness for fire safety hazards and fire prevention for students in their mid-teens to mid-twenties. Our […]
A social media rebranding for the North Vancouver City Fire Department to allow them to create connections with a new target audience of teenagers and young adults to educate them about fire safety. The Team Students: Megan Barry, Jamie Kusack Instructor: Thomas Duguid Partners: Assistant Fire Chief David Owens, Rebecca Hathaway (North Vancouver […]
The Effect of a Mindfulness Breathing Exercise on COVID-19 Anxiety This study aimed to test the effectiveness of a mindful breathing technique on COVID-19 related stress. We predicted that those who were exposed to the mindful breathing exercise would score lower on the anxiety questionnaire compared to the control group. […]
Indigenous Cultural Festival The goal is to create an initiative to develop more cultural awareness towards the Indigenous population within the community. This project aims at reducing discrimination and encouraging multiculturalism within North Vancouver. The Team Students: Alanya Davignon, Erika Burtt, Roxana Sanat Instructor: Sarah Yercich Partners: Constable Matt Plant and Constable Tammy […]
Through education and engagement, #PICKME has the ability to decrease the volume of invasive species being distributed/purchased and will allow BC native plants to flourish. To combat the ongoing invasive plant species crisis faced by North Vancouver, we created the awareness campaign, #PICKME. This campaign not only educates the community-including […]
“The Lady [public art piece in North Vancouver] is a life sized, artistic impression of a camel […] and is a monument to a time when camels once ran feral in BC.” The Lady is an audio companion piece for Myfanwy MacLeod’s statue of the same name. The soundscape depicts […]
A food event where people can taste different food from various cultures and learn gardening skills at the same time. To be a successful community garden, gardens must be more than of a space for growing food. It has to be an essential part of the local community, offering opportunities […]
Accessing and engaging a younger demographic who are visiting the rebranded North Vancouver Civic Museum, MONOVA, at the Lonsdale Quay. We developed three deliverables for MONOVA: a Social Media Strategies Report, to show how to successfully target young people. Then, we created a youth engagement initiative called Young Voices for […]
A path that will guide locals and visitors around points of interest in the Shipyards. Our team’s designed an art piece that will pay homage to the history of the Shipyards as it has changed and grown along with the community. The design will create a path that will guide […]
Augmented Reality is an AR app which replaces the colonial and industrial structures of the Shipyards with rendered natural images of the North Shore pre-colonization. The Team Students: Devan Balcombe, Natalie Marcha, Julia Santana Moioli Instructor: Chris Carnovale Partners: Magda Kwaterska (City of North Vancouver), with support from Laurel Lawry and Terry Hood […]
We are thrilled to announce that the HUBBUB #4 Digital Project Showcase will take place on Thursday April 29th from 10 AM to 12 PM. Building on the huge success of our HUBBUB #3 digital showcase in December 2020, we are preparing another legendary celebration of CityStudio projects. Join us […]
On March 11th 2021, we hosted our third annual Idea Jam! It was a collaborative morning bringing together local movers and shakers from different organizations and City of North Vancouver departments to envision a brighter future for our city. Through brainstorming and conversation, we facilitated a digital space to generate ideas for students and partners to explore through course collaborations in […]
How might we increase the accessibility of library services? Term: Spring 2021Department: PsychologyCourse: Research Methods (PSYC 212)Instructor: Douglas Alards-TomalinStaff contact: Mikale Fenton (North Vancouver City Library) One group of students is conducting research on how language affects the accessibility of library services for the community. Official Community Plan 2014 Goal […]
How might we foster connection with older adults in times of physical distancing? Term: Spring 2021Departments: School of Human KineticsCourses: Contemporary Health Issues (HKIN 162)Instructors: Kyle GuayStaff contact: Annwen Loverin (Silver Harbour Centre), Heather Evans (City of North Vancouver) Continuation of collaboration from Fall 2020. Students created 40+ Kindness Cards […]
How might we engage young adults in the new Monova (Museum of North Vancouver) location? Term: Spring 2021Department: Tourism ManagementCourse: TOUR 435 (Project Management)Instructor: Kara WalkerStaff contacts: Stephen Irving (Monova) One team of students will develop a project to engage young adults in the new location of Monova in the […]
How might we engage and educate young adults on fire safety? Term: Spring 2021Department: IDEACourse: IDES 244 (Design Studio)Instructor: Tom DuguidStaff contact: Assistant Chief Dave Owens, Rebecca Hathaway (Fire Department) Students will develop and design a campaign that engages and educates young adults (~16-25) about fire safety. Students will research […]
How might we engage and educate the community on invasive species management? Term: Spring 2021Department: IDEACourse: IDES 244 (Design Studio)Instructor: Tom DuguidStaff contact: Frances Ramsay (City of North Vancouver) Invasive plants are taking over public parks and outcompeting native species. Many of these invasive plants are still found in many […]
How might we raise awareness of the HUBBUB digital showcase in the wider community? Term: Spring 2021Department: CommunicationsCourse: Project Group in Media Campaigns (CMNS 495)Instructor: Jane InceStaff contacts: Adele Therias (CityStudio North Vancouver) One team of students will develop and carry out a public relations strategy to raise awareness of […]
How might we create opportunities for diverse representation among Fire Department employees? Term: Spring 2021Department: Business AdministrationCourse: BADM 466 (Managing Change) and BADM 335 (Workplace Learning, Development and Design) Instructor: Erin Robinson, Nancy Nowlan Staff contacts: Chief Greg Schalk (Fire Department), Corinne Nichols (City of North Vancouver) BADM 335 – Needs analysis + recruitment Student […]
Research and ideation to address topics currently addressed by the North Vancouver RCMP Term: Spring 2021Department: CriminologyCourse: CRIM 101 (Introduction to Criminology)Instructor: Sarah YercichStaff contact: Sgt. Peri Mainwaring + 8 mentors from the North Vancouver RCMP Each student group will work with one mentor to address a research question that […]
How might we use sound to tell the story of public art? Term: Spring 2021Department: EnglishCourse: ENGL 338 (Literature & Media)Instructor: Brian GanterStaff contact: Lori Phillips (North Vancouver Recreation and Culture Commission) Students will select an existing public art piece in the City of North Vancouver and develop short sound-based […]
How might we incorporate an equity and health lens into the upcoming Environment Strategy? Term: Spring 2021Department: GeographyCourse: GEOG 316 (Climate Change: From Science to Sustainability)Instructor: Cheryl SchreaderStaff contact: Bo Ocampo, Larisa Lensink, Caroline Jackson (City of North Vancouver) Students will review action areas of the new Environment Strategy and […]
Research and proposals for environmental sustainability in the City. Term: Spring 2021Department: BiologyCourse: BIOL 105 (Environmental Biology)Instructor: Rachel Clearwater, Michelle GunnessStaff contact: Clare Husk (City of North Vancouver) Students will select a topic from the proposed list of environmental topics that are relevant to the City of North Vancouver and […]
Presence of Editing In Media on Self-Reported Measures of Well-Being. This past term, we have conducted a study using surveys to test subjective positive and negative emotions before and after one of our two stimuli’s; which are slow and fast paced media films. We tested this because if positive findings […]
This Slow Media program was created by Colton Cardinal in North Vancouver as part of a Indigenous Digital Filmmaking class. The Team Student: Colton Cardinal Instructor: Gregory Coyes Partner: Anne Rodgers (North Vancouver Recreation & Culture Commission) Course code: IDF 127
Researching the impacts of a new container parklet on North Vancouver businesses. The purpose of their research was to learn the effects that the container parklet at Lonsdale and 17th Ave has on the surrounding businesses. The City of North Vancouver wanted them to dive into what the businesses actually […]
Researching the impacts of a new container parklet on North Vancouver residents. The aim of this research was to gain insight into how the container parklet is perceived by community members. The study focused on determining how users are interacting and engaging with the parklet, including the length of time […]
Supporting Social Chronic Clients in North Vancouver through Peer Mentorship. Our recommendation is to develop a peer mentorship program to aid social chronic clients in identifying and navigating the appropriate programs available to them through the CMHA and ultimately find employment. The Team Students: Kirsten Marr, Sam Uppal and Jacqueline PilcherInstructor: Laurie […]
A mobile engagement tool designed to reach Socially Chronic Clients (SCCs) on the North Shore. The MDU provides on-site detox services as well as offering information and connections to further rehabilitation services. The Team Students: Cody Norton Steeple, Liam Stock, and Valentina RipanuInstructor: Laurie Prange MartinPartners: Sergeant Peri Mainwaring, Corporal Zaheer Abdulla, Constable Jaspreet Chohan (North […]
Creating ways for the LGBTQ2SAINB+ communities to connect with the RCMP. In order for the relationship between the RCMP and the LGBTQ2SA+ to strengthen, regular communication must be present. Ways for LGBTQ2SA+ voices to be heard is important for those outside of the community to understand what is going on […]
Research and recommendations for alternative forms of housing. The purpose of our project is to help create and reintroduce individuals who have been displaced back into society. Through interactive and helpful programs within the peer led housing community, individuals will make ethical efforts to better their lives. The Team Students: Philip […]
Visual essay inspired by Postcards of the Past in North Vancouver. The Team Student: Sanali RatnaweeraInstructors: Elaine Beltran-Sellitti, Tahmina ShayanPartners: Carol Ballard, Meagan Innes, Karen Dearlove (North Vancouver Museum & Archives)Course code: EDUC 178
Artwork inspired by the Strength & Remembrance Pole in North Vancouver. With my painting, I want to convey to the audience that humans are vastly different from one another and their differences can support the overall progress of human society. However, the pillar of this progress is based on equal […]
Artwork inspired by the North Vancouver sculpture “Ascending Faith.” I want to make my art to emphasize the meaning of connection. The connection can be an association between my identity and my social locations. Each nail represents a different experience or social category, and a complex interweaving of threads connects […]
Connecting with local seniors during a pandemic. The goal of the Kindness Cards project is to bring seniors a sense of support from the community. My contribution to this project has been recruiting members of the community to create cards. I have been working with various units from Girl Guides […]
A station that provides solar-powered e-bikes. Learn more by viewing the following documents: The Team Students: Mirco Guida, Cameron Taylor, Nyasha k.Instructor: Banda LogawaPartners: Natalie Corbo and Christopher French (City of North Vancouver)Course code: APSC 140
We are pleased to announce the next batch of CityStudio North Vancouver collaborations that have begun in January 2021. With a total of 14 course collaborations with representation from four faculties and 10 departments, the initiative continues to foster enriching and impactful projects for all involved! Stay tuned for additional […]
RoomReader provides a live floor by floor, room by room breakdown of where people are in a public space, and stores the data for future analysis. RoomReader will help monitor occupancy in a public space. Learn more by viewing the following documents: The Team Students: Connor Johst, Taylor Hillier, Duncan FordInstructor: Banda […]
Connor Johst was part of the team that created RoomReader in Fall 2020. His group won Third Place and the Audience Choice Award at HUBBUB #3. He took the time to chat with Adele, our Project Lead, to share about his experience. Could you tell me a bit about yourself? My background is actually in culinary. That […]
Iggy Lao was part of the team that conducted research on the Alcohol in Public Spaces pilot in Fall 2020. His group won First Place at HUBBUB #3. Here are some thoughts he shared about his experience of CityStudio! What is your background, and what are your career aspirations? My name […]
On June 1, 2020, the North Vancouver Mayor and Council passed a bylaw allowing alcohol consumption at specific public locations in the City of North Vancouver. This progressive measure was in effort to ease both the economic difficulties faced by food and beverage businesses, as well as provide a safe […]
How might we animate public spaces in times of physical distancing? Term: Spring 2021Department: Tourism ManagementCourse: TOUR 227 – Heritage, Cultural and Arts Planning for TourismInstructor: Chris CarnovaleStaff contact: Magda Kwaterska (City of North Vancouver) with support from MoNoVa In light of recent shifts in tourism and programming possibilities due […]
It is an average Thursday morning and you are working from your home office. You just sat down with your cup of coffee when you receive an email reminder: HUBBUB is today! Intrigued, you click on the link and login to the showcase platform. You arrive in the virtual lobby, […]
Are you a techie? Conversational whiz? We need your help to make our third HUBBUB legendary! We are looking for moderators to oversee project “booths” at our digital showcase. It’s a fun way to support the event while meeting new people and learning about this term’s collaborations. Click here for […]
What happens when students tackle city challenges [during a pandemic]? This December, CityStudio North Vancouver is hosting our third HUBBUB: a celebratory showcase during which students, City staff, elected officials, faculty members and community members connect and learn about each-other’s work. In April 2019, we adapted to the reality of […]
CityStudio North Vancouver is made possible by the strong relationship and ongoing communication between Capilano University the City of North Vancouver (CNV). Our former CNV Liaison and newly appointed Deputy Director of Community & Partner Engagement, Larry Orr, is stepping back from his involvement in the initiative following his key […]
How might we measure the impact of the Alcohol in Public Spaces Pilot? Term: Fall 2020Department: School of Tourism ManagementCourse: Applied Research in Tourism (TOUR 440)Instructor: Francisco NogueiraStaff contact: Paul Duffy (City of North Vancouver) The COVID-19 pandemic is having a significant impact on our experience navigating the city and […]
How might we support the mental health of the community via decolonized media? Term: Fall 2020Departments: Indigenous Digital Filmmaking, PsychologyCourses: Introductory Documentary (IDF 127), Research Methods in Psychology (PSYC 212)Instructors: Gregory Coyes, Douglas W Alards-TomalinStaff contact: Anne Rodgers (North Vancouver Recreation & Culture Commission), Erin Black (Vancouver Coastal Health) Slow […]
How might we measure the impact of public space interventions? Term: Fall 2020Department: TourismCourse: Research Methods and Applications in Tourism (TOUR 327)Instructor: Francisco NogueiraStaff contact: Leah Herman (City of North Vancouver) Quantifying the impact of public space interventions can be challenging; yet, it is valuable to help inform where the […]
How might we engage with place-based representations of (de)colonization? Term: Spring 2020Department: Early Childhood Care and EducationCourse: Caring & Learning in Early Years Settings (EDUC 178)Instructors: Elaine Beltran-Sellitti, Tahmina ShayanStaff contact: Carol Ballard (North Vancouver Museum & Archives) Students will experience and respond creatively to a historical or contemporary landmark/monument/place […]
How might we foster safe communities for diverse populations? Term: Fall 2019Department: Criminology, Business AdministrationCourse: Surveillance & Social Control (CRIM 202); Business and Society (BADM 460)Instructors: Sarah Yercich; Laurie Prange MartinStaff contact: Sergeant Peri Mainwaring (North Vancouver RCMP) BADM students will create stakeholder engagement plans in which they will suggest […]
How might we foster connection with older adults in times of physical distancing? Term: Fall 2020Departments: School of Human Kinetics, School of Global StewardshipCourses: Contemporary Health Issues (HKIN 162), Global Stewardship Seminar III: Preparing for Group NFP Volunteering (GLBS 200)Instructors: Kyle Guay, Bridget McClartyStaff contact: Annwen Loverin (Silver Harbour Centre), […]
How might we design multi-functional micro-mobility facilities that benefit the community as a whole? Term: Fall 2020Department: School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)Course: APSC 140 (Engineering Design)Instructor: Banda LogawaStaff contact: Christopher French & Natalie Corbo (City of North Vancouver) Students will develop and prototype innovative design solutions to […]
How might we monitor the use of public space in an efficient and accurate way? Term: Fall 2020Department: School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)Course: APSC 140 (Engineering Design)Instructor: Banda LogawaStaff partners: Wai-Lin Chee, Mikale Fenton (North Vancouver City Library) Keeping track of how people use public space is […]
Aliz Revoczi was part of the team that created proposed the QR Codes for Pubic Art project in Spring 2020. Her group won Third Place at HUBBUB #2. Tell us a bit about yourself: what is your background? I’m a second generation Canadian who grew up in East Vancouver. I […]
Kirsten Marr and Angela Jiang are two of the students who created the Love Letters and Secret Gardens project in Spring 2020. Along with their third group member, Michelle Zhen, they won First Place and the Audience Choice Award at HUBBUB #2. Tell us a bit about yourselves: what are […]
Mikaela is one of our first CityStudio North Vancouver alumni. She was part of the team that created Just Click. It’s Quick! and won second place at HUBBUB #2. She shared some of her insight following the end of this unusual term. What are you studying, and what are your […]
HUBBUB #2 award recipients were selected by a panel of City of North Vancouver and Capilano University representatives for their outstanding work. Award recipients received a letter from City of North Vancouver Mayor Linda Buchanan and an invitation to participate in a dialogue with Capilano University President Paul Dangerfield. Panel […]
On April 16 2020, we hosted CityStudio North Vancouver’s first ever online HUBBUB project showcase. Considering the impacts of Covid 19, the event was transformed from its usual format at City Hall to an online webinar-style interactive event. We are so proud of the eight student groups that represented their […]
“A Ray of Hope” is a pin which can be worn to symbolize hope and compassion for bereaved parents. It is our intention to start dialogue around this difficult subject and connect those who need it with community support. The Team Sheila Arellano Steph DukeJuwaraka SherestanRohan Beynon-MackinnonJenny McEneany
Using elements from all of the steps in the IAP2 ladder, our team’s public engagement proposal empowers the public to create a Waterfront Park that they desire. The Team Jacqueline PilcherTony PhamEliza Moat
To assist with The Thingery’s transition to their new location in Lower Lonsdale, we were tasked to apply models studied in our Managing Change course and brainstorm innovative ways of executing these strategies. The Team Anita BarrymanMichelle ChangNick BarnesMajed DiabJon Maciver
An initiative designed to build community, capacity and language skills while acquainting newcomers with the natural landscape. The Team Freya WasteneysMegan AmatoCharles LaneJacob JordanTom WeilerSofia Mondragon
To use storytelling and art in a meaningful way, connecting viewers to the ongoing impacts of gender-based and colonial violence on these lands, and to provoke reflection in a sensitive and trauma-informed manner. Our project was to increase engagement with public art in the City of North Vancouver, specifically with […]
Juxtaposing the amount of time it takes for auto-theft to occur with how easy it is to prevent it. A campaign aiming to educate the public that the best way to prevent auto theft is to simply leave your car locked at all times. Contrary to popular belief, auto-theft only […]
The project features a mural of love notes from the community to the emergency and health care workers of the North Shore; these notes continue in what will be transformed into a greenway, perfect for a gentle stroll or peaceful lunch. The City of North Vancouver and its stakeholders are […]
An opportunity to not only engage millennials but also include youths and seniors through immersive technology that provides a new experience to deliver fitness. The Team Mary Dyck – 3rd year, Bachelor of Business Administration Tony Hoang – 4th year Bachelor of Business Administration (Concentration : marketing)
In these strange and uncertain times, how can we keep experiential learning opportunities alive and thriving? When it comes to Hubbub, the end-of-term project showcase that usually happens at North Vancouver City Hall, the CityStudio North Vancouver team has decided to go virtual. Mark your calendars for HUBBUB #2 and RSVP […]
Elnaz is one of our first CityStudio North Vancouver alumni. During the first term of the initiative, she simultaneously took part in two CityStudio projects! We caught up to hear about her experience… What are you studying, and what are your career aspirations? I am currently pursuing my Bachelor of […]
On February 28th, students from Laurie Prange Martin’s Managing Change class had a chance to explore a core part of the city in support of their project research. They heard from Justin Hall, Manager of Public Realm Infrastructure, about the city’s efforts to collaborate with key health and safety stakeholders […]
As someone who already studied in several countries, I can say that CityStudio North Vancouver creates a very unique experience for students by bringing together theoretical and practical aspects of learning. My first touchpoint with CityStudio was in the Fall semester 2019 during my Master’s Degree and Graduate Diploma in […]
On February 6th, students from Sandra Seekins’ AHIS 330 (Art and Trauma) class braved the rain to discover four pieces of public art in North Vancouver. Led by Lori Phillips, Public Art Officer for the North Vancouver Recreation and Culture Commission, this field trip was an opportunity for the class […]
How might we engage diverse communities in the renewal of Waterfront Park? Term: Spring 2020Department: School of Public AdministrationCourse: PADM 309 (Municipal Administration and Community Involvement in BC)Instructors: Alison McNeil, John LeeburnStaff contact: Adam Vasilevich (City of North Vancouver) The City of North Vancouver is planning a major renewal of […]
How might we prepare residents to welcome and use a new equipment lending library (the Thingery)? Term: Spring 2020Department: Business SchoolCourse: Managing Change (BADM 466)Instructor: Erin RobinsonStaff contact: Julia Spitale (City of North Vancouver)Community Partner: Chris Diplock (The Thingery) A “Thingery” is a self-serve equipment lending library that is based […]
How might we improve immigrant inclusion in the community? Term: Spring 2020Department: SociologyCourse: SOC 340 (Migration and Displacement)Instructor: Sean AshleyStaff contact: Heather Evans (City of North Vancouver)Community Partner: Olivia Bornik (North Shore Immigrant Inclusion Partnership) The North Shore Immigrant Inclusion Partnership (NSIIP) is a coalition of 35+ community agencies and […]
How might we further the message of trauma-related public art? Term: Spring 2020Department: Art HistoryCourse: AHIS 330 (Art and Trauma)Instructor: Sandra SeekinsStaff contact: Lori Phillips (North Vancouver Recreation and Culture Commission) North Vancouver’s Public Art Program works to create, program and maintain public works of art that are free and accessible […]
How might we encourage residents to be proactive in auto theft prevention? Term: Spring 2020Department: IDEA School of DesignCourse: IDES 244 (Design Studio)Instructor: Tom Duguid (IDEA)Staff contact: Gursimran Gill (RCMP) Auto theft is a highly preventable form of crime that affects residents in North Vancouver. Second year design students create […]
How might we develop transformative placemaking initiatives for the upcoming City of North Vancouver Economic Health Cluster? Term: Spring 2020Department: Business SchoolCourse: Managing Change (BADM 466)Instructor: Laurie Prange MartinStaff contact: Leah Herman (City of North Vancouver) The City of North Vancouver and partners are developing a vision for an Economic […]
How might we create programming for the John Braithwaite Community Centre that appeals to young adults and contributes to their wellbeing? Term: Spring 2020Department: Business SchoolCourse: BADM 460 (Business and Society)Instructor: Laurie Prange MartinStaff contact: Karen Pighin (North Vancouver Recreation and Culture Commission) Students developed stakeholder engagement plans to support […]
We are excited to be embarking on our second term of CityStudio North Vancouver! The initiative has already grown: we have eight classes participating (twice as many as last term!) involving eight faculty members and eight municipal staff and partners. We are reaching six different departments in four of Capilano […]
How might we activate North Vancouver community centres to address loneliness and isolation among young adults? Term: Spring 2020Department: PsychologyCourse: Feelings and Emotions (PSYC 335)Instructor: Janet WatersStaff contact: Karen Pighin (North Vancouver Recreation and Culture Commission) Students developed ideas for activities that could help foster connection between people, and address […]
Inspired by the 20% time model, the Nova Program is a personalized and dedicated program for employees to work towards their passion of choice over a period of time. We introduce this program in an effort to inspire creativity and charge intrinsic motivation. We seek to encourage employees to expand […]
A program where the City can directly; Approach, Communicate, Consider, Engage, and, Learn (A.C.C.E.L) with their Community. A process where we can create opportunities with our local businesses and community, engage in dialogue about out any concerns about Parklets, work together in creating a funding options, and work together to […]
Our idea is to implement a permanent, interactive, digital information board in the Shipyards. Ideally it would be placed in the high visitor traffic area by the well-known crane. Other than a sleek 50-inch interactive monitor, the information board’s physical appearance is thought to creatively incorporate the industrial aesthetic of […]
A unique public art light installment spread throughout the center path of the Burrard Dry Dock Pier. It’s centerpiece is one large tree potted in a small ship, made from scrap metals. There will be smaller trees following along the path, stemming from both ends of the centerpiece. The Team […]
The project aims to provide an opportunity for community members who own dogs to be able to meet up with friends and socialize without being limited by their furry friends. The Team Tatjana, Bruna, Isabel, Sema, Zander, Ursula, Natalie, Feras TS: As someone who already studied in several countries, I […]
This group created a video prototype that tells a story through the perspective of a dog in order to highlight the importance of dog owner licenses. The Team Ramandeep Singh, Armin Safarpour, Verna Wang
This group developed a video prototype that shows the devastation caused by forest fires and offers an alternative “reality” in which park users follow the bylaw and the environment stays pristine. The Team Kalli Christianson, Michelle Abbott, Negar Issari
On December 5th 2019, we held our first Hubbub at North Vancouver City Hall. It was a fantastic showcase of student work from our first cohort of students. Imagine walking into City Hall on an average Thursday morning; something feels a little different. There’s excitement in the air and you […]
What does it take to create and maintain effective private / public partnerships? The City of North Vancouver’s Parklet program is an example of how local businesses and the municipality can work together to create community spaces. After several prototypes, the City is exploring possible directions for the future of […]
As the end of term draws near, our first CityStudio students are diving deeper into their projects and sparking some innovative ideas. To support this process, instructors and staff partners have arranged field trips into the city. We are thrilled to see this unfold, as inviting students out into the […]