Archive for October, 2009
Union tower a beacon for downtown
Robert Galston, Winnipeg Free Press
It’s easy to get excited about the plans Red River College has for the Union Bank tower on Main Street. Built in 1904, it is a true example the early skyscrapers, not only by virtue of its height, but by its adaptation of classical orders to a tall building. Reaching 11 [...]
Posted: October 25th, 2009 under Architecture, Civic Beauty, Downtown Revitalization, Heritage Preservation, Historic Winnipeg.
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The Costs Of Urban vs. Suburban Living
Getting To And From
Justine Kim, yourmoney.ca
In urban areas, everything is quite compact, so you can easily travel from place to place by walking or accessing public transit. Taking the bus or subway can be quite cheap. The cost of one bus fare in many Canadian cities can range between two to three dollars. If you [...]
Posted: October 14th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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