Building inclusive, digitally enabled health systems in LMICs

Building inclusive, digitally enabled health systems in LMICs

Over the past decade, many lower- and middle-income countries (LMICs) have begun embracing digital health solutions in their health systems. More than 125 countries have announced national digital health strategies; many governments, donors, and corporations are funding ambitious digital health programs and initiatives in LMICs; and venture investments into digital health start-ups working in LMICs…

Design concepts for sustainable cleaning

Design concepts for sustainable cleaning

The design of public spaces, such as restrooms, plays a key role in ensuring effective cleaning and long-term durability. All too often, original and aesthetically pleasing design choices make day-to-day cleaning and maintenance costly and laborious, compromising the cleanliness and hygiene of these spaces. Through numerous audits performed to assess the quality of cleanliness and…

Inclusive design for locker rooms: Providing equitable choice and access

Inclusive design for locker rooms: Providing equitable choice and access

What would it look like if everyone who wanted to use a restroom or locker room could? SRG designers posed this question, and I joined the conversation to learn about the design process. The initial research regarded the history of public facilities and current iterations. Despite the ubiquitous human need for cleaning, grooming, and eliminating, who…

Alliance Française Vancouver opens new centre

Alliance Française Vancouver opens new centre

The Alliance Française Vancouver (AFV) has unveiled its new cultural facility, at 6161 Cambie Street, Vancouver. The $24-million, 30,000-square-foot community hub is the largest, independent cultural facility in B.C. and will serve the region’s francophone and French-speaking community. It includes a 1,120-square-foot art gallery, 2,700 square feet of artist studio space, a media library, a 165-seat theatre,…

Inlet District gets final rezoning enactment

Inlet District gets final rezoning enactment

Wesgroup Properties received final rezoning enactment for the 14-acre Inlet District in the area formerly known as Coronation Park. The transit-oriented development in Port Moody will add more than 2,400 market condos and 101 market rentals to the city as well as two daycare centres, an office building, a supermarket, a drug store and other…

Combating burnout: five practical steps for leaders

Combating burnout: five practical steps for leaders

  In today’s relentless workplace, tackling burnout among leaders is a pressing reality. Constantly putting out fires and reacting to crises, leaders are facing unprecedented levels of stress. According to a recent survey by International SOS, 80% of risk management experts predict that stress and burnout will significantly impact their businesses and employees this year….