Urban Development and Transportation Choices

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What activities are proposed for the space under the Gardiner Expressway?

Residential housing
Art galleries and museums
Skating rinks, shopping areas, and water parks (correct)
Concerts and festivals

The '#hashtag sitto' initiative is focused on increasing the number of benches in Toronto.

True (A)

Who leads the Urban Repair Squad that paints bike lanes in Toronto?

Martin Tino Reis

Dave believes that removing fences can help improve the city's overall _______ .

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Match the following individuals or initiatives with their contributions:

<p>Fabienne Chan and Evrim Delen = Initiative for more benches in Toronto Sabina Ali = Renovated Thorncliffe Park Dave = Removes fences for free Martin Tino Reis = Leads the Urban Repair Squad</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is "#hashtag sitto"?

A community initiative to address a lack of seating options in Toronto by installing more benches.

How did Sabina Ali transform Thorncliffe Park?

"No Man's Land" was transformed into a clean and enjoyable area for people to spend time. This included creating a playground and hosting events for local talent.

What is the "Gardiner Expressway Proposal"?

This initiative focuses on creating a vibrant and people-friendly environment under the Gardiner Expressway. This space could feature diverse activities such as skating rinks and shopping areas.

What is the "Urban Repair Squad" initiative?

This initiative, led by Martin Tino Reis, focuses on enhancing the visibility and safety of bike lanes in Toronto by painting them. This includes both standard and creative designs.

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What is "Dave's Fence Removal" initiative?

Dave's initiative challenges the idea of fences in public areas by removing them for free. He believes removing fences promotes beauty and encourages people to take responsibility for the entire city, not just enclosed spaces.

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Study Notes

Transportation Choices

High-quality public transportation, safe and convenient walking/biking, and well-maintained roads/bridges are crucial.
Attracting talent, improving residents' daily lives, and global competition are advantages.

Life-Sized Toronto

Proposal for a 2 km space under the Gardiner Expressway includes skating rinks, shopping areas, and water parks.
"Hashtag sitto" initiative aimed to increase the number of benches in Toronto.
Urban Repair Squad (Martin Tino Reis) paints bike lanes, sometimes incorporating creative designs.
Sabina Ali transformed Thorncliffe Park into a playground, vendor event area, and renovated areas.
Dave removes fences to make the city more beautiful and accessible to everyone.

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Explore the concepts of urban planning and transportation in Toronto. This quiz highlights the significance of public transportation, pedestrian accessibility, and innovative urban spaces. Learn about proposals and initiatives that enhance the city's daily life and attract talent.