It was with great hope that I read about The Hub project—30 or so
young professionals and entrepreneurs of one sort or another, located
in one of the historic buildings in Halifax’s core (1673 Barrington
Street). I think this was initiated by a young visionary, without the
benefit of planners and large developers.
It would be wonderful if this example could lead to the startling
understanding of the fact that heritage is a pleasure to be around, and
can represent a big attraction for commerce. Let’s hope the example of
The Hub can illustrate to our revisionist planners that the past
fascinates and energizes residents, visitors and businesspeople with an
atmosphere that is unique in the world.
There is only one old Halifax and one old Canada, let’s not be
stupid enough to kill the golden goose by destroying our historical
buildings.
—Peter McCurdy, Halifax
This article appears in Sep 24-30, 2009.