Category Archives: Montreal
MLS in Vancouver: Shoe-in or longshot?
A great update from Robert Wagman of SoccerTimes on Vancouver’s bid to be one of two chosen expansion franchises for Major League Soccer (MLS). Montreal, for reasons that are still somewhat unclear, has been removed (or removed itself, depending on … Continue reading
Mercer Consulting: Best cities for… wait for it… quality of living
The cities rankings continues — this one from Mercer Consulting. It’s a bit more serious-minded that Monocle’s, and geared for those who are uprooting for work. Some survey highlights: “European cities dominate the rankings of locations with the best quality … Continue reading
Filed under Culture, Environment, Green Space, Health, Immigration, Industry, Montreal, New York, Real Estate, San Francisco, Seattle, Sydney, Toronto, Transportation, Urban Planning
North Americans want high-speed rail
Make no doubt about it: In North America (and indeed globally), rail is hot. One need look no further than Metro Vancouver, and its three new commuter rail lines slated for the next decade, for proof. High-speed rail, at least … Continue reading
Filed under Environment, Los Angeles, Montreal, San Francisco, Tokyo, Toronto, Transportation
Globe: Reverse commuters represent shift in land use
Interesting to read in today’s Globe and Mail that reverse commuting is turning into a bigger phenomenon than previously thought. According to the article, and contrary to some perceptions — people are still flocking to the suburbs. However, the well-heeled … Continue reading
Filed under Montreal, Toronto, Transportation, Urban Planning, Vancouver
