Entries by Tanya Richards

Why Sustainable Development Goals Matter

Why Sustainable Development Goals Matter As our neighbourhoods grow, and our needs as communities increase, development and ingenuity bring solutions to people today. The key to ensuring our solutions are long-term is found in the way we do development. Why sustainable goals matter is simply, Sustainable Development involves a relationship between nature and humans that […]

Playground Wood Chips a Better Alternative to Pea Gravel

Playground Wood Chips a Better Alternative to Pea Gravel Are playground wood chips a better alternative to pea gravel? We think so. Playground wood chips, as the name implies are raw wood materials that are specially designed, engineered and installed for use in playgrounds. The difference between playground wood chips and wood chips used for […]

Sustainable Development: TELUS Garden Receives LEED Certification

Sustainable Development: TELUS Garden Receives LEED Certification Following an extensive review, the Canada Green Building Council awarded TELUS Garden Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum certification. This is the highest rating a building development can receive. This honour was presented at today’s launch of the Smart Prosperity initiative at TELUS Garden, attended by […]