YIMBY
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about YIMBY
⭑ about YIMBY
The "Yes in My BackYard" (YIMBY) blog champions sustainable urban development and housing accessibility, advocating for more inclusive and diverse communities. It highlights successful initiatives, shares personal stories from GAPSS members, and provides resources for engaging in local planning and geography processes. By promoting a constructive dialogue, the blog aims to shift the narrative towards welcoming growth and addressing sustainable practices, ultimately fostering vibrant neighbourhoods where everyone can thrive.
The Cautionary Tale of Liberty Village
In our first YIMBY blog post, GAPSS Member Robert Brooks, reflects on his experiences living in Toronto's Liberty Village during his undergraduate days.
Initially touted as an exciting urban hotspot, he found the neighbourhood plagued by accessibility issues, including long walks under railway overpasses and chaotic parking lots.
With a future subway line still years away, Liberty Village has become a quintessential example of car-oriented urban planning gone wrong.