The case for more third places
Posted August 21, 2026 4:32 am.
Last Updated August 21, 2026 4:37 am.
What’s your go-to place to unwind?
It could be a local tavern, a neighbourhood coffee shop, or even a park where the kids can run around.
In today’s digitally-saturated era, those third places aren’t being occupied as much, as bingeing a show on the couch or doomscrolling in the car after work seem like the more convenient, economical option. But physical, third places are more important for social connection than we think.
Host Catherine Jette speaks to Toronto Star columnist Justin Ling to discuss the case for more third spaces and where Ottawa could look to for inspiration on incentives.
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