Murmuration
Here is a little treat for everybody who stops by. I've never seen anything quite like this. Simply amazing. Enjoy.
Stuart Mackinnon
Use it or lose it: Conspicuous in their absence
I attended the final parks all-candidates meeting today at Douglas Park Community Centre. There were about 25 people in the audience, which for this campaign was a good turn out.…
Can’t wait to vote? Advance Polls are open.
Although Vancouver's official voting day is Saturday November 19, you can vote early at the Advance Polls. All polling stations are wheelchair accessible.Advance Voting Place Addresses West End Community Centre870…
Park crime riles Vancouver neighbourhood residents
By Sandra Thomas, Staff writer Vancouver CourierNovember 10, 2011 10:49 AMSome Champlain Heights residents say neglect of their neighbourhood's parks and trails by the park board is leading to increased…
Green Commissioner Mackinnon Challenges Candidates To Rescind Recreation Fees For Preschoolers
MEDIA RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – 10 NOVEMBER, 2011Green Party of Vancouver Park Board incumbent Stuart Mackinnon is challengingall other candidates to rescind recreational fees for preschoolers introduced into the fee…
INTERVIEW | The Civic Greens’ Adriane Carr and Stuart Mackinnon
By Tristan Markle and Sean Antrim On October 30, 2011 The MainlanderHere Sean Antrim and Tristan Markle of the Mainlander interview Adriane Carr and Stuart Mackinnon of Vancouver’s Civic Green…
Make a difference for Parks and Recreation in Vancouver
Help re-elect Stuart Mackinnon as your Green Park Board Commissioner. For the past three years I have been working for you. Now I need your support. Campaigns cost money for…
The Beauty of Pollination
We are all connected.We are all dependent to each other.Taken from TEDTalks with Louis Schwartzberg
On November 19th you can make a difference for Parks and Recreation in Vancouver.
You can re-elect Stuart Mackinnon as your Green Park Board commissioner. For the past 3 years Stuart has been fighting hard for you and your values:Parks as Parks - working…
Dave Meslin: The antidote to apathy | Video on TED.com
Dave Meslin: The antidote to apathy | Video on TED.com
Giving Thanks
On this beautiful crisp morning it is hard not to give thanks for all of our bounty. Walking my dog along the river always reminds me how lucky I have…
A City for Everyone
I recently received a letter asking me to donate money to Vision Vancouver. In it the writer says “I don’t want to live in a city that puts ice skating…
A letter from Ann Phelps, General Manager, Rio Tinto Alcan Dragon Boat Festival
Dear Paddlers and Supporters,On October 6th, at 2 pm, Vancouver City Staff will present the newest Northeast False Creek planning recommendations to Council for approval. The report includes a list…
Governance of Hastings Park debated by Vancouver politicians
Straight, Publish Date: October 5, 2011 Hastings Park is a park, so it falls under the jurisdiction of the Vancouver park board, right? Well, it’s not, and Coalition of Progressive…
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the NEFC Development Plan
A new North East False Creek development report goes before council on Thursday. It has a lot of people talking and it isn't all favourable. Somehow over the many drafts…
Parks and recreation must be open to all in Vancouver
by Stuart MackinnonStraight.comPublish Date: September 30, 2011 Vancouver’s natural beauty is worth protecting. Our children not only need places to play, but also places to enjoy and explor...
Capital Plan passes – No pool for Mount Pleasant
The Park Board passed the Capital Plan last Monday with one amendment regarding tennis courts at Kits Beach. The plan includes a new annex for Kensington CC and the chance…
Could’ve Told You Before I Met You – John Martyn
Forgive this bit of indulgence but I just had to share this song. John Martyn has been one of my constant companions for more than 35 years. His music has…
Noise and Nonsense: Setting the record straight
There has been a lot of silliness in the media recently about the Green Party of Vancouver - and myself in particular - in an alliance with other civic parties.…
Summer fun continues till September 18 at Kits Pool!
Kitsilano Pool will remain open an extra week to take advantage of the warm summer weather, which is forecast to continue past mid-month. The outdoor seaside pool located on Cornwall…