{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66e78f16f106e38c4dc1db6d/67e587cfbf74401b771ff8c6?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"#17 - Urban soundwalk No. 3 : Toronto, ON, Canada 🇬🇧","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66e78f16f106e38c4dc1db6d/1743095752661-74666e4d-2a69-43c3-b6ab-25dce84fa6ed.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this new episode of the <em>Urban Soundwalks</em> series, I take you to <strong>Toronto</strong>, the largest city in Canada, for an immersive sound exploration. Through this walk, discover how this complex and ever-evolving metropolis is working to reweave ecological connections across its urban fabric, combining the repurposing of existing infrastructure, applied scientific research, and citizen-led micro-projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Special thanks to <strong>Katie Turnbull, Patricia Lewis</strong><em> (from the </em><a href=\"https://trca.ca/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Toronto and Region Conservation Authority</em></a><em>)</em>, and <strong>Sullivan Dyment</strong> <em>(artist involved in </em><a href=\"https://www.thepocket.ca/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><em>the Pocket Community Association</em></a><em>) </em>for their insightful contributions.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Available in both French and original English versions on all streaming platforms.</em></p><p><br></p><p><u>Places and projects</u> (links)</p><ul><li><a href=\"https://thebentway.ca/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>The Bentway</strong></a>, transforming a space under the highway into a public and cultural venue</li><li><a href=\"https://kingtoronto.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>King Toronto</strong></a><strong> (BIG)</strong>, a biophilic-inspired residential complex</li><li><a href=\"https://www.daniels.utoronto.ca/work/research/green-roof-innovation-testing-laboratory-grit-lab\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>GRIT Lab – University of Toronto</strong></a>, a research lab focused on green roofs and urban ecological solutions</li><li><a href=\"https://www.thepocket.ca/tiny_forest_project\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>The Pocket Tiny Forest</strong></a>, a citizen-led Miyawaki micro-forest</li><li><a href=\"https://www.yourleaf.org/local-enhancement-appreciation-forests\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>LEAF</strong></a>, a program supporting native tree planting in residential areas</li><li><a href=\"https://themeadoway.ca/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>The Meadoway</strong></a>, the transformation of a former hydro corridor into a 16-km linear park</li></ul><p><br></p><p><u>Resources</u> (links)</p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/places-spaces/ravines-trails-natural-parklands/biodiversity-in-the-city/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Biodiversity Strategy (2019)</a></li><li><a href=\"https://ontarionaturetrails.com/trail/humber-bay-butterfly-habitat/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Humber Bay Butterfly Habitat</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.biophiliccities.org/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Biophilic Cities Network</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/places-spaces/parks-and-recreation-facilities/location/?id=1449&amp;title=Don-Valley-Brick-Works\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Don Valley Brickworks</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Ex-oeco – S1</u></strong></p><ul><li>Logo and visual identity by E. Bachelier</li><li>Original music by C. Rose</li><li>Writing, editing, visuals, social media, and distribution by L. Germain</li></ul><p><br></p><p>🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this episode!</p>","author_name":"Louise Germain"}