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Honestly, we think everything is design. But this section is more or less art and design and communications stuff.
Communities across Canada face growing challenges—climate change, housing affordability, escalating construction costs, loneliness and social isolation, aging populations, and more….
Last year, on November 15th, 2023, the Hey Neighbour Collective co-sponsored an all-day student research symposium alongside the Simon Fraser…
This article, co-authored by Emma Avery (Urban Planner & Communications Specialist, Happy Cities) and Tara Fernando (Strategic Communications Specialist, Hey…
Portugal is a country where history whispers through ancient cobblestone streets, culture thrives in every soulful fado melody, and flavors…
Jacqueline McAllister is a certified coach, physiotherapist, and acupuncturist. She helps her clients achieve full spectrum living, and recently completed…
As I prepare to travel to Portugal, I have mixed feelings. On the one hand, the excitement of travel and…
As I write this, I’m watching a black squirrel running back and forth on the fence. It seems to be…
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I’ve been caught in the pre-trip whirlwind – as I leave in two weeks. Managing details, finishing tasks, and preparing…
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It’s gearing up to be a busy conference season for the team at Hey Neighbour Collective. We’re presenting at four…
I wake up every morning and wonder why I still do what I do. Why that need to create. Some…
14″ x 14″ Unique original work. Machine pieced and machine stitched. Hand appliquéd and hand stitched. Cotton fabric and cotton…
Today, I want to delve into a subject that’s deeply personal to me: the beauty and significance of bare trees,…
On October 3rd, 2024, Hey Neighbour Collective hosted Housing That Connects Us #4: Design Tools to Support Wellbeing, as part…
At Hey Neighbour, we think a lot about the social connectedness of folks living in multi-unit homes, and how to…
Join me for a hands-on, creative journey where we’ll explore the beauty and elegance of bare trees, focusing on the…
Yikes! Another week has gone by and we find ourselves at the end of September. Where has the year gone?…
19.25″ x 21.25″ 2024 Digital print. Silver gilding. Machine stitched. Ready to hang. Source
Ahhh, a lot! That’s the answer to the question what goes on behind the scenes, if you are wondering. This…
Large plastic buttons for slow stitching or crafts. A choice of 1.5″ or 2″ in diameter. Source
What’s not to like? A couple of weeks ago, I joined a free workshop with Deb Cooper organized by TextileArtist.org….
Karissa Finnigan has graduated from Concordia College with an interest in genetic counselling. She is passionate about patient care and…