How density can boost wellbeing
People who oppose rezoning single-family neighbourhoods often claim that density is bad for our health and wellbeing. But what does the data really say? With the B.C. government’s recent announcement…
Are you and your neighbours safely connected and prepared for extreme heat? Try out our new guide
Summer has yet to “officially” begin, yet British Columbia has already been experiencing some unusually hot weather. Extreme heat events can affect our health–sometimes seriously—but there are many things neighbours…
Job posting: Knowledge Mobilization Specialist
POSITION: Knowledge Mobilization SpecialistLENGTH: August/September 2023 – September 2024 with potential for renewalHOURS PER WEEK: Flexible, around 20PAY: $35-40/hr, dependent on experience, benefits package availableAPPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 3rd, 2023APPLICATION…
US Surgeon General highlights the need for more social connection
Recently, the Office of the US Surgeon General posted an advisory to warn against the impacts our increasingly isolated societies are having on human health and well-being. Though this Framework…
Ahad Kamranzadeh on the inestimable value of laundry rooms and what makes public common spaces feel inclusive and welcoming
What are you working on with Hey Neighbour Collective? I’m mainly focused on aging in place for people who live in affordable housing, especially older adults. I’m involved with behaviour…
Going beyond the norm: Innovative roles for local governments in fostering neighbourly social connections
The percentage of residents living in multi-unit housing within BC’s urban centres has increased significantly in recent years; a trend visible in many cities across Canada and the world. Alongside,…
How can community housing help us prepare for crisis?
We live in a world where we face unexpected changes and events all the time, yet struggle to be prepared at both individual and collective levels. What can we learn…
Learning report: Hey Neighbour Collective’s first three years
This report highlights key themes that have surfaced through three years of shared activities, learning, reflection and evaluation among all of the partners in HNC’s Community of Practice and is…
Niloofar Hedayati on how better use of space in multi-unit buildings can improve social connectedness among older adults
How do you pronounce your name? “Neel – ooo – far.” It means “lily” in Persian. Some of my friends call me Neel. When did you come to Canada? I…
