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Hugh Millward

@hmillward.bsky.social
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Professor Emeritus of geography & environmental studies, Saint Mary's University, Canada. Interested in mapping, urban planning, transportation, time use, Nova Scotia #geography #location #maps #transportation #urban

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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 14h
Proximity remains important. www.visualcapitalist.com/mapped-econo...
visualcapitalist.com
Mapped: The Economies Most Exposed to Trade With the U.S.
Trade with the U.S. equals 48% of Mexico's GDP and 44% of Vietnam's, more than six times the global average. See where your country ranks.
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 14h
www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...
saltwire.com
Nova Scotia's rules of the road changing for drivers, cyclists, e-bike users Oct. 19
The first round of regulations includes protection for cyclists, age rules for e-bikes and changes to car seat requirements.
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 14h
theconversation.com/ai-behaves-m...
theconversation.com
AI behaves more like a brain than a database – cognitive science’s role in its origin story helps explain why
Modern AI owes its existence to both cognitive and computer science. What you envision as its origin story can influence how you understand what large language models can do.
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Dan Peterson @danp.net · 07/10/2026
There are some Morris / Peninsula South #BikeHfx pop-up sessions coming up (or happening right now): Oct 7, 11:30 - 1, VG cafeteria Oct 8, 11:30 - 1, Dal Sexton Campus Field, near B-Building Oct 10, 9:30 - 11, Central Library Lobby
engagehalifax.ca
Peninsula South Complete Streets
The municipality is exploring options for a safer, connected cycling route between University Ave. and Lower Water St. while maintaining two-way traffic, where possible.
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Jean-François Cudennec @limpetnerd.eurosky.social · 07/10/2026
I thought had an agile mind before seeing this
A map of Europe, but there’s something off
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Simon Kuestenmacher @simongerman600.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
This map shows how far you can drive in 8 hours from five major European cities. Source: buff.ly/C1I2GYE
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Simon Kuestenmacher @simongerman600.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Hahahaha, I will share any map that uses the phrase "Putin Only Fans"... HT @kos_data
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Simon Kuestenmacher @simongerman600.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Geomorphology made fun. Have a play with this interactive tool in the link to see how rivers change landscapes over time. Source: buff.ly/LG0In9p
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Damien Moule @damienmoule.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
The interesting piece of this (to me) is despite Myers leading the way with the sixplex study in his ward (before it was rolled out to the old city as well), his ward has probably the least number of multiplex developments. And yet his opponents say it's too much. malcolmkennedy.com/to-multiplex...
malcolmkennedy.com
Toronto Multiplex Tracker — Map & Trends for Gentle Density Permits
An interactive map of every new multiplex in Toronto: duplexes through six-plexes, laneway and garden suites, and secondary suites. Built from City of Toronto building permits and refreshed every day.
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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
The Halifax Regional Municipality is seeking feedback from residents of Upper Hammonds Plains and Upper Tantallon on potential connector road(s) to improve community access and emergency egress.  Details: buff.ly/KtGMVlv
Map showing proposed community connector roads linking Westwood Hills to Upper Hammonds Plains and Highland Park North, plus an emergency-only route from Westwood Hills to Highway 103.
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Simon Kuestenmacher @simongerman600.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
A brilliant map of Nova Scotia’s lighthouses, showing each coastal light flashing in its real-world rhythm and pattern. A beautiful piece of cartography that turns navigational infrastructure into something almost hypnotic. Source: buff.ly/16Ye3IN
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Kevin Wilson @kwilsonhfx.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
open.spotify.com/episode/7biI...
open.spotify.com
One weird trick to phase out the CAP (and fix all our other problems too)
The Grand Parade · Episode
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Harvey J. Miller @mobileharv.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
For a while it seemed like technology transcended distance and geography. But geography is back.
nytimes.com
War With Iran Is Forcing the World to Reckon With Geography’s Power (Gift Article)
Trade blockages in the Persian Gulf have reminded the world that there are forces as great as or greater than technology and globalization.
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Simon Kuestenmacher @simongerman600.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
The Pax Atlas is lots of fun! Here we see the trade routes for different commodities for the Roman Empire in 117 AD. The link features more empires and an interactive map. The British Empire is interesting to explore on the globe too. Source: buff.ly/2bIeDh7
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
www.newsweek.com/map-trump-ap...
newsweek.com
Map shows Trump's approval rating in every state 1 month until midterms
New polling shows that President Donald Trump is underwater in 39 states and every major battleground one month before the midterms.
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Ireland takes e-scooter risks seriously. www.rte.ie/news/ireland...
rte.ie
Under-18s banned from using e-scooters from today
A ban on the use of e-scooters for under-18s comes into effect today, just four weeks after new regulations requiring e-scooter users to wear helmets and high visibility clothing came into force.
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
www.cbc.ca/news/marketp...
cbc.ca
Hidden cameras show some stores unlocking speed limits on e-bikes, selling e-scooters that go up to 120 km/h | CBC News
A new hidden camera investigation by Marketplace shows how some stores are selling e-scooters and e-bikes with top speeds much higher than provincial speed limits and with recommended rider ages young...
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Simon Kuestenmacher @simongerman600.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
If cost of living goes up while confidence into the future of your country and your earning potential go down, this map is the result. Sure more flows into lower fertility rates but these factors are huge.
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Kevin Wilson @kwilsonhfx.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The CAP makes up a bit over half of the nearly quarter billion dollars per year in homeowner and suburban subsidies baked into the city's tax system. We should get rid of it. Rip it from the ground and burn the roots.
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Miska Knapek @miskaknapek.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
UK Meteorological Office bringing 3d data visualisation #datavis to the next level #datascience well done :D
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Kevin Wilson @kwilsonhfx.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
The CAP needs to be wound down and, arguably, taxes start representing estimated costs to provide services locally.
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Aaron Becker @aaronjbecker.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Ocean water warmer than 28 °C (82 °F) now covers 96 million km², up from 77 million on the same date last year: about two United States of extra hot sea surface. Two years of daily sea surface temperature. Data: NOAA OISST #ocean #climate #dataviz #maps
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Time to cap the cap!. Halifax says N.S. property tax... www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
cbc.ca
Halifax says N.S. property tax cap system is unfair, asks province to look for solutions | CBC News
Halifax will ask the province to review Nova Scotia’s capped assessment program, with councillors and a recent report saying solutions are needed to improve an unfair property tax system in the capita...
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Kevin Wilson @kwilsonhfx.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
We're getting close to my idea of telling people how much extra they pay because of the CAP. 😎
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
How Nova Scotia became one of ... www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
cbc.ca
How Nova Scotia became one of Canada's most expensive rental markets | CBC News
Real estate watchers in Nova Scotia say rapidly rising rental prices show no sign of slowing down. They point to various factors, ranging from lack of tenant protections to high operating and construc...
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Trevor J. Adams @trevorjadams.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Back to nature: Forget lawns and rock walls — there’s an easier and more attractive way to hold back the water and protect coastal lands. Saltscapes column by Moira Donovan.
saltscapes.com
Back to nature - Saltscapes
Forget lawns and rock walls — there’s an easier and more attractive way to hold back the water and protect coastal lands On canoe trips…
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Matt Stickland @landofsticks.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
This is a stupid headline. We will pay for it. If it's public we'll pay through taxes, if it's private we'll pay some other way. But make no mistake, we are going to be the ones paying for it, not the private company.
cbc.ca
Fixing or replacing Halifax's MacKay bridge could cost up to $3B. Who’s paying? | CBC News
The MacKay bridge enhancement was one of three projects the province brought to the Canada Investment Summit.
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Urban Cycling Institute @urbancyclinginstitute.org · 29/09/2026
[𝑛𝑜𝑢𝑛]: the alarming growth of private cars in height, width, length and weight at the expense of public space, the environment and overall safety.
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Information is Beautiful @infobeautiful.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Love these population density spike maps by www.instagram.com/researchremo...
A population density spike map of France showing highest population as higher peaks across a 3D landscape.A population density spike map of Germany showing highest population as higher peaks across a 3D landscape.A population density spike map of Italy showing highest population as higher peaks across a 3D landscape.A population density spike map of Turkey showing highest population as higher peaks across a 3D landscape.
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...
saltwire.com
Halifax’s Argyle Street could become pedestrian-only year-round. Here’s what to know
Opinions are mixed on turning busy Argyle Street in downtown Halifax into a year-round pedestrian-only thoroughfare both among business owners and Halifax residents
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
cbc.ca
Fixing or replacing Halifax's MacKay bridge could cost up to $3B. Who’s paying? | CBC News
The MacKay bridge enhancement was one of three projects the province brought to the Canada Investment Summit.
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
bbc.com/news/article...
bbc.com
Oxford Street to be pedestrianised from 26 October
Buses, taxis, bikes and other vehicles, will be banned from Orchard Street to Great Portland Street.
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James Boxall 🇨🇦🍁 @jamesgis.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Great #geography read. "Teaching Climate Change and Geography: Towards a Climate Education Pathway" @rgs.org @geographicalassoc.bsky.social OPEN ACCESS Abstract and Authors in ALT. rgs-ibg.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10....
Liam Saddington, Ainsley Trahan, Richard Waters, Pietro Agnoletto, Daniel Hall, Grace Healy, Phil Howell, T. D. Kertsman, Martha Miller, Rachael Parker Allen, Gerard Reilly 

This is a crucial moment to reflect on climate education. Young people demand and deserve deeper knowledge, skills and understanding of climate change. Following the 2025 English Curriculum and Assessment Review, this commentary reflects on the relationship between geography and climate education in England. It convenes academics, postgraduate students, teachers,NGO representatives and researchers working across educational spaces. Geography has a distinctive and essential role in cli-mate education but falls short of its potential contribution to students' understandings of climate change. We argue for the value of an ongoing climate pathway across geography education, and beyond, which is cohesive, dynamic and fosters the development of knowledge, skills and critical thinking. Central to this pathway is creative co-production, a reinvigorated geographical ap-proach to climate education that empowers students. We end on two cautionary notes. First, we emphasise the intrinsic value ofa geographical approach to climate, rather than merely a route to green jobs. Second, geography cannot be reduced to the studyof climate alone and must retain its disciplinary identity. This commentary is intended to help shape these conversations as the Curriculum and Assessment Review is implemented.
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Brilliant Maps @brilliantmaps.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Why are there almost no Hurricanes/Topical Cyclones In The Red Area? The answer: brilliantmaps.com/no-hurric...
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James Boxall 🇨🇦🍁 @jamesgis.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Oooohhh... lookie what was waiting for me in the lab. New Wall poster... Esri Canada GIS Centre of Excellence ... got a special team across the campuses!
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How-Sen Chong @how-sen.com · 27/09/2026
This tool from @observingthecity.ca is fantastic. It shows the traffic mode share by intersection using City data. Many downtown areas are dominated by pedestrians (in green). Yet *we still give most of the space to cars on almost every street.* www.observingthecity.ca/intersection...
Map of downtown area of Toronto. Pie charts show the mode share at every intersection.
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Observing The City @observingthecity.ca · 28/08/2026
Would be great if the mayor or anyone on council could present a vision for a cycling network and then actually deliver it. Then when it’s delivered, celebrate its success. Too often when new safe street infrastructure is installed, the announcements are immediately trying to re-assure drivers.
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
The Connector is much needed to relieve congestion on Portland St.
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Oh The Urbanity! @ohtheurbanity.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
They’re calling it the biggest mandate to do something big anyone’s ever seen!
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Simon Kuestenmacher @simongerman600.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Busy Asia vs Empty Asia. Source: buff.ly/CZlUpP1
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Maine wins. www.visualcapitalist.com/where-work-l...
visualcapitalist.com
Mapped: The Best States for Work-Life Balance
Maine ranks first for work-life balance, while nine of the 10 lowest-ranked states are in the South. See how all 50 states compare.
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Brilliant Maps @brilliantmaps.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
11 Maps Show The Different Americas That Exist See the numbers: brilliantmaps.com/what-is-a...
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Simon Kuestenmacher @simongerman600.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Water world
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Simon Kuestenmacher @simongerman600.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
This hand-drawn topographic map of South Africa exaggerates mountains to highlight its geographical features. A gorgeous view of a beautiful country. Source: buff.ly/2sVr6wU
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Kevin Wilson @kwilsonhfx.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
What an interesting once in several generations opportunity to make the bridge bike-accessible.
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Examples of Maptivism. theconversation.com/maps-can-be-...
theconversation.com
Maps can be misleading – on purpose – and their story becomes history. The case of Ethiopia
Political groups use social media ‘maptivism’ to spread exaggerated regional maps to stake a claim to territory.
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
globalnews.ca/news/1207293...
globalnews.ca
Eastern Canada business leaders call for ‘single economy’ between Atlantic provinces | Globalnews.ca
Atlantic Canada could become one of the country’s most prosperous regions if it leverages its abundant talent and resources as a “single economy,”  a group of business leaders say.
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Hugh Millward @hmillward.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
www.visualcapitalist.com/ranked-the-c...
visualcapitalist.com
Ranked: The World's Largest Fertilizer Exporters
Global agriculture depends on three main fertilizers. Four countries are responsible for over half of all fertilizer exports.
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Simon Kuestenmacher @simongerman600.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Mexico’s new birth data is striking: fertility fell to just 1.23 births per woman in 2024, lower than any US state. Mexico City is at only 0.79 and several regions around 1.0. The least fertile US state, Vermont, is at 1.30. Map by @FamStudies
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School of Cities @uoftcities.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
We've updated our maps that track the vulnerability of Cdn. neighbourhoods to U.S. tariffs to indicate which places will be most vulnerable to the most recent ones, and with additional layers to reflect the new tariffs on dairy, alcohol, and motor vehicles. mappingtariffs.org/section-338
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