Join us for a live chat with Spacing magazine’s Matthew Blackett

A man dips his feet in the water to cool off at Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto on a recent hot day.

What makes where you live great? Chances are, some sort of public space makes the list. It’s easy to take them for granted, but these shared areas are vital in creating a sense of community, particularly if you live in an urban centre.

Join Yahoo Canada News as we take a look at Canada's cities, discussing the year’s trends, pet peeves and what might come next. We’ll be speaking with Matthew Blackett, publisher and creative director of Spacing magazine, which marks its 10th anniversary next week.

The discussion will take place on Twitter on the @yahoocanadanews account. Follow along with the hashtag #publicspaceCA and feel free to send in your questions or thoughts by tweeting with it. (You can also leave a comment on this blog post.)