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We’ve worked with nations, cities, developers and non-profits around the world to build happier, healthier and more inclusive communities.
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Alaska highway multi-use trail improvements
Happy Cities is working with Momentum Transport and the Yukon Government to develop a new trail plan to provide safer routes along the Alaska Highway in Whitehorse for all ages and abilities.
Las Vegas 2050 master plan – Charleston area
Happy Cities is leading the planning process for the Charleston area of the Las Vegas 2050 Master Plan.
Power of placemaking: Community conversations
Six community stories provide practical tips on how placemaking can support health, reconciliation, economic resilience, climate action, safe spaces for youth, and more.
Rossland accessibility plan
Happy Cities and Meaningful Access Consulting creating the new accessibility plan for the City of Rossland, BC.
Tysons, Virginia placemaking framework
The Tysons Community Alliance is creating a sense of place through low-cost, colourful, and creative placemaking initiatives.
Creative Cowichan arts and culture master plan
Happy Cities is collaborating with the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) to create its inaugural arts and culture master plan. This plan will steer investment in arts and culture for the next five years, fostering creative growth and enriching opportunities for both residents and visitors in the Cowichan Valley.
Halifax arts venues needs assessment
Happy Cities is spearheading the Performing and Visual Arts Venues Study for Halifax Regional Municipality. This initiative aims to provide the municipality with insights to invest in spaces that foster a thriving local arts scene, promoting inclusivity and ensuring accessibility to arts and culture for all residents of Halifax.
Mary Anne’s Place community engagement and design audit
Happy Cities is spearheading community engagement and conducting design reviews to optimize well-being at Mary Anne’s Place, a forthcoming mixed-use development in Port Moody, BC.
Richmond, BC accessibility plan
Happy Cities and Meaningful Access Consulting are collaborating to gather community input and craft the City of Richmond and Richmond Public Library's 2023-2033 Accessibility Plan. The plan aims to:
Sea to sky health vision and master plan
Happy Cities is spearheading community engagement for the Health Vision Sea to Sky Integrated Health Master Plan. This initiative, led by Vancouver Coastal Health, aims to enhance health services delivery throughout the Sea to Sky Corridor.
Surrey budget engagement
Surrey is a diverse community, encompassing six town centers and a rich tapestry of individuals of varying ages, backgrounds, languages, cultures, and interests.
Power of placemaking: Research and engagement
Exploring the role that placemaking plays in supporting community wellbeing, with the Healthy Communities Initiative and Canadian Urban Institute.
Vancouver seniors housing strategy
The City of Vancouver is addressing the housing needs of seniors with a new Seniors Housing Strategy. To gather community input, they've enlisted Happy Cities to engage adults 55+ and senior-serving organizations in Vancouver.
Focus Newton placemaking action plan, Surrey
Happy Cities is spearheading community engagement for the City of Surrey's Focus Newton project, aimed at revitalizing public spaces in the Newton neighborhood.
Best practices to support resident wellbeing during redevelopment
Brightside Community Homes Foundation is revamping four of its affordable housing sites to better suit resident needs. Our study focused on improving the relocation process to enhance resident well-being.
Regina accessibility plan
Happy Cities and Meaningful Access Consulting worked with the City of Regina to create an Accessibility Plan, to ensure that everyone can participate fully in community life.
Dementia-inclusive planning and design guidelines
Happy Cities, in collaboration with researchers from Simon Fraser University, has developed a new guide on how neighborhoods can better support individuals living with dementia.