Author Archives: Isabel

About Isabel

Isabel Cascante is interested in issues of public space as they pertain to the democratization, empowerment, and betterment of civil society and the public sphere. She used to seek solace from the bustling city along the Harbourfront and the Toronto Music Garden. Now she embraces the bustle and spends her free time discovering and exploring the chaos of so-called ‘kid friendly’ spaces. Isabel holds a PhD in Latin American Literature and Cultural Studies from the University of Toronto.

Spacing Magazine ponders the Public Space Potentials of a TTC Station

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Isabel

Artists to take over Chester station newsstand “A shuttered Gateway Newstand kiosk in Chester station will be opening up for business — and it’ll be showcasing more than just candy bars. A group of artists is repurposing this unused space, … Continue reading →

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Parks, People, and Participation: The Toronto Experience

Posted on July 4, 2014 by Isabel

TPSI is pleased to announce the publication of our second report on parks governance and community engagement: Parks, People, and Participation_The Toronto Experience examines existing Toronto parks groups’ governance models, identifies emerging trends and challenges to the everyday operations and community … Continue reading →

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Scadding Court’s Business Out of the Box Design Charrette

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Isabel

TPSI had the pleasure of participating in a design charrette hosted by the Scadding Court Community Centre (SCCC) last November exploring the potential of expanding the centre’s shipping container market—Market 707—into a full-fledged container mall. Currently, the market provides 19 small … Continue reading →

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