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Fraser Blyth

Fraser owns Selkirk Planning & Design and works as a community planner and urban designer in Revelstoke. He’s a working dad who loves his job, snowboarding, the Maple Leafs and punk rock.

Fraser's Latest Articles

Daylighting Revelstoke’s lost creeks can return natural aquatic ecosystems

By Fraser Blyth ● Latest News ● Jan 8, 2019

A century ago, burying Revelstoke’s natural creeks was thought of as progress. Restoring these natural ecosystems can bring many benefits to the community.

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Navigating the fork in Revelstoke’s infrastructure path

By Fraser Blyth ● Latest News ● Sep 18, 2018

Today’s infrastructure decisions have long-term sustainability implications for the future

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Front porches build neighbourliness

By Fraser Blyth ● Latest News ● Jul 3, 2018

‘Scan through any children’s book and you’ll notice mostly two-storey houses with front porches on tree-lined streets. Paintings and photos of Revelstoke feature those same house designs. These are indications of what people love about their neighbourhoods.’

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Encouraging walkability and bikeability in a snowy city

By Fraser Blyth ● Latest News ● Apr 4, 2018

In his column, Fraser Blyth explores ways Revelstoke can better promote winter cycling and walking from a planning perspective.

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A new kind of park for Revelstoke?

By Fraser Blyth ● Latest News ● Mar 2, 2017

Great cities set aside land for urban parks. Columnist Fraser Blyth asks if it’s time Revelstoke considers one.

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