Join Hosts Sofia Laratta and Downtown Van President & CEO, Jane Talbot with special guest Brent Toderian, City Planner and Urbanist at TODERIAN UrbanWORKS Inc., as they discuss the Granville Street Pedestrian Zone, what the World Cup pilot revealed about the future of Vancouver’s public spaces, the zone’s extension, and what it takes to create thriving people-first streets and a strong downtown.
Featured Guest

Brent Toderian is an internationally recognized urban planner and city-building expert with more than 34 years of experience shaping vibrant, sustainable communities. As Vancouver’s Chief Planner from 2006–2012 and now at Toderian UrbanWORKS, he has led transformative planning initiatives in Vancouver and advised cities around the world on urban design, transportation, housing, and creating more livable, complete cities.