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TALKING FENCES
In May 2023, XOXO launched an online public competition to find four short phrases that spoke to the spirit of Downview for four fences on the Downsview Lands. We received 137 original submissions for the “Talking Fences” competition. In July 2023, a selection panel of local and city-wide community arts experts chose four winning entries. Lakhvir won with Anishinaabemowin words which translate as “Where are you from?” Evelyne won with “…and still growing.” Glendale won with “embrace kindness.” And Mark won with “see the other side.” Each received a $100 gift certificate to a Downsview business of their choice and saw their words woven into local fences. Every wordsmith who submitted to the competition showed an incredible outpouring of love for Downsview.
Aandi Wenjibaayan?
Where are you from?
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Embrace kindness
Submitted by Glendale Lazaro
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
…and still growing
Submitted by Evelyne Goulet
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
See the other side
Submitted by Mark Nisenholt
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Aandi Wenjibaayan?
Where are you from?
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Embrace kindness
Submitted by Glendale Lazaro
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
…and still growing
Submitted by Evelyne Goulet
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
See the other side
Submitted by Mark Nisenholt
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Aandi Wenjibaayan?
Where are you from?
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Embrace kindness
Submitted by Glendale Lazaro
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
…and still growing
Submitted by Evelyne Goulet
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
See the other side
Submitted by Mark Nisenholt
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Aandi Wenjibaayan?
Where are you from?
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Embrace kindness
Submitted by Glendale Lazaro
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
…and still growing
Submitted by Evelyne Goulet
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
See the other side
Submitted by Mark Nisenholt
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Aandi Wenjibaayan?
Where are you from?
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Embrace kindness
Submitted by Glendale Lazaro
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
…and still growing
Submitted by Evelyne Goulet
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
See the other side
Submitted by Mark Nisenholt
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Aandi Wenjibaayan?
Where are you from?
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Embrace kindness
Submitted by Glendale Lazaro
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
…and still growing
Submitted by Evelyne Goulet
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
See the other side
Submitted by Mark Nisenholt
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Aandi Wenjibaayan?
Where are you from?
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Embrace kindness
Submitted by Glendale Lazaro
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
…and still growing
Submitted by Evelyne Goulet
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
See the other side
Submitted by Mark Nisenholt
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Aandi Wenjibaayan?
Where are you from?
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Submitted by Lakhvir Sandhar
These Anishinaabemowin words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
Embrace kindness
Submitted by Glendale Lazaro
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
…and still growing
Submitted by Evelyne Goulet
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
See the other side
Submitted by Mark Nisenholt
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
These words were among four winners of the XOXO Downsview “Talking Fences” competition. The online competition, which launched in spring 2023, asked members of the public to submit words that reflect the spirit of Downsview. Keep an eye out for the other three winners across the Downsview lands.
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