Jay Cockburn
FREELANCE FEATURE REPORTER
Journalist who writes and makes podcasts about cities and the people in them. Originally from the UK's Lake District, now in Cabbagetown. Obsessed with sci-fi and cycling.
Latest stories
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HealthHostile by design: How Toronto’s public spaces reflect a city that doesn’t welcome you
From the concrete expanse outside College Park to the noise-polluted corner at Parliament and Bloor, Toronto’s design choices keep people moving, not gathering.
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StoryBUILDING MEANINGFUL COMMUNITY IN TORONTO
If you’re struggling to make friends in Toronto, you’re not alone. 🥶 One report says 44% of youth here report feeling lonely. Also, our vibe when it comes to public spaces isn't the best. It’s almost like our public spaces are designed to discourage…the public. 💀