Webinar recap: The Benefits of Being an Enabling Host
How in-building social programming sparks connections and support.
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HNC Feature: “No Place like Home: The Missing Key to Our Housing Crisis”
A new book by Jessica Barrett, excerpted in The Walrus.
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Join the next ‘Housing That Connects Us’ webinar: The Benefits of Being An Enabling Host
The many positives of in-building social programming.
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HNC Feature: Building social connections in practice
Happy Cities led a national workshop series for planners in collaboration with Hey Neighbour Collective and SFU Renewable Cities.
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Join us for the next ‘Housing That Connects Us’ webinar: Innovative Community Programs to Build Social Connection in Housing
The critical role of community-driven programs.
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HNC Feature: Where Social Connection Becomes Care
How homes can foster connections between residents
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HNC Feature: The ‘Paradox of Proximity’
What it takes to build a vertical community, floor by floor.
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An interview with Ana and Ame-Lia
The power of a shared vision.
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An interview with Sherri Crane
On looking for long-term solutions for those seeking affordable housing.
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An interview with Katia Tynan
Strong neighbourly connections are critical to helping communities survive, adapt, and thrive.
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Living Together 2025 Symposium Wrap-Up
A video overview of the 2025 Living Together Symposium.
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An interview with Ksenia Stepkina
Ksenia Stepkina, founder of Good Neighbour Kitsilano, reflects on her experiences at the Living Together Symposium.
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Designing Socially Connected Homes – small changes to make a big difference
This article, co-authored by Emma Avery (Urban Planner & Communications Specialist, Happy Cities) and Tara Fernando (Strategic Communications Specialist, Hey Neighbour Collective), originally appeared in the Fall 2024 issue of…
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Be prepared for extreme heat and wildfire smoke – a collection of resources
Building Resilient Neighbourhoods and Hey Neighbour Collective have curated a list of resources, tools, and guides from BC and Canadian sources to prepare for extreme heat and wildfires (updated 2024).
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How can denser neighbourhoods support wellbeing?
New housing legislation from the Province of BC will mean more homes, but it’s not just density that matters.
