Kasper Koblauch

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Kasper is an urban planner and writer based in Toronto, Ontario. His endless interest in the built environment and the way it influences movement, health, and interactions among people, is largely inspired by his observations and experiences living in Copenhagen and Toronto. Kasper recently received his master’s degree in urban planning from Ryerson University where his focuses included transit oriented development and active transportation.

Boston’s Big Dig Could be Model for Toronto

As Toronto contemplates the future of its crumbling Gardiner Expressway, columnist Christopher Hume suggests looking to Boston’s Greenway for a glimpse of what downtown might be like without the elevated eyesore.

Congestion Driving Canadians Back to Cities, Says New Report

A new report by multinational professional services firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) calls the suburban-to-urban movement of Canadian residents and businesses one of the most significant current real estate trends.

Growing Concern over Loss of Canada’s Best Farmland

Amid data showing a dwindling supply of prime Canadian agricultural land, a commencing study seeks to strengthen preservation policies.

How the Ford Fiasco Jeopardizes Toronto’s Financial Future

Taking office on a promise of fiscal responsibility, scandal-plagued mayor Rob Ford threatens Toronto’s reputation and future prosperity. Adam Giambrone shares insights from some of Toronto’s business leaders and financial experts.

Welcome Back the Streetcar

Once a fixture in American cities, then falling into obsolescence, streetcars appear to be seeing a comeback. In cities such as Tucson, investment in light rail has catalyzed substantial economic development in its downtown.