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Emma Durand-Wood

Emma Durand-Wood likes walkable cities, front porches, street trees, bumping into neighbors, riding her bike, downtowns, and any excuse to check out a new coffee shop, bakery, or shop. A Winnipegger by choice, she lives in Elmwood with her husband and three children. You can connect with her on Twitter @emmaewood.

Articles by Emma Durand-Wood

To Change the Behavior, Change the Environment: Lessons From the Blue Zones

This Netflix documentary about regions of the world with higher-than-average life expectancies holds some key insights for anyone who wants to see North American cities become thriving, healthy places for people.

Emma Durand-Wood
Feb 29, 2024
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To Change the Behavior, Change the Environment: Lessons From the Blue Zones

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