These ongoing investments will help more and more of our public libraries stay ahead of the curve to continue meeting the increasing demand.  It’s an investment in education, economic growth, and quality communities.   Elmira, N.Y., September 9—State Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C,I-Big Flats) and Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) today announced that the Southern Tier Library […]

The National Gallery of Ireland is to place signs at its entrances to tell people that they will be tracked during their visit via their mobile phones. Previously the warning was given only on the venue’s website. Galleries worldwide now monitor visitors’ movements. Some look at how long a person stays in each room and […]

The use of navigation apps is increasing both in everyday life as well as during specialized activities like cycling and hiking. Many such navigation apps are also available for the blind, with RightHear being one of the most promising. RightHear, developed by an Israeli start-up, seeks to expand its global footprint. Moving around in an […]

After raising more than $16 million in venture capital over the past five years, burgeoning Gatineau proptech firm 1VALET is mulling a public listing as it sets its sights on the massive U.S. market. CEO Jean-Pierre Poulin says the company is poised to open an office in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., in the next few weeks […]

WINDSOR, ONT. — The federal and provincial governments are investing more than $3 million into two Windsor projects that aim to improve public service and infrastructure. Windsor-Tecumseh MP Irek Kusmierczyk announced $3,204,396 in joint funding that will help with improvements to municipal buildings and upgrades to local trails. The Government of Canada is investing $2,563,445 […]

About two weeks ago, TransLink launched an online public consultation inviting the general public to submit their wish list for new and improved passenger amenities and services. Now that the survey‘s open period is reaching its halfway point, with approximately two weeks to go until the consultation ends, the introduction of public washrooms onto the […]

Seoul city adopts discrimination-free design for public restrooms  Korea Times

Seoul city adopts discrimination-free design for public restrooms  Korea Times

A newly designed public restroom of a community service center in Guro District, southwestern Seoul, features a wireless push button for its automatic door making it accessible by foot pressure to help prevent unnecessary contact amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Courtesy of Seoul Metropolitan Government

By Mark Brown June 24, 2021 3:00am The Greater Essex County District School Board has approved its spending plan for the upcoming school year. Trustees with the English public school board passed this week a budget of $566-million for the 2021-2022 academic year. The figure includes roughly $482-million for operations and just under $84-million for […]