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What is one component included in the proposal for the space under the Gardiner Expressway?
What is one component included in the proposal for the space under the Gardiner Expressway?
The hashtag #sitto promotes the need for more public parks in Toronto.
The hashtag #sitto promotes the need for more public parks in Toronto.
False (B)
Who is responsible for painting bike lanes in Toronto?
Who is responsible for painting bike lanes in Toronto?
Martin Tino Reis and his team
Sabina Ali renovated an area known as 'No Man's Land' in __________ Park.
Sabina Ali renovated an area known as 'No Man's Land' in __________ Park.
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Match the following individuals with their initiatives:
Match the following individuals with their initiatives:
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Study Notes
Transportation Choices and Community Development
- High-quality public transportation, safe and convenient biking and walking infrastructure, and well-maintained roads and bridges are important for communities.
- Existing infrastructure should be utilized and improved rather than developing on undeveloped land.
- This approach strengthens local tax bases and protects open space.
Life Sized Toronto Documentary
- The proposal for the space under the Gardiner Expressway is to create recreational areas—like skating rinks, shopping areas, and parks.
- The hashtag "#sitto" began an initiative for more benches in Toronto.
- Martin Tino Reis and his Urban Repair Squad paint bike lanes.
- Sabina Ali converted a neglected area into a clean playground, renovated areas, and hosted a vendor event in a Toronto park.
- Dave removed fences from a park to allow people more freedom and access to public areas. He felt fences were unnecessary, and that urban areas should be more open.
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Test your knowledge on the role of transportation choices in community development. Explore how public transportation, biking, and walking infrastructure can enhance local communities and contribute to environmental sustainability. Understand the significance of existing infrastructure improvements over new developments.
