Kingsway
An old development, the Kingsway Towers sit directly across the mall from 127 St. (the road with the underpass), and right near the old Trans-Canada. Much like the towers at the bottom left), these are highly populated by students and other low income families, enjoying the low costs of living close to a mall, public transportation and - of course - the University to the north.
Noise pollution is obviously a problem with Highway 1 running through the city near the apartments. For those living on the lower floors, the noise barriers provide some relief. There are frequent complaints, but there is unfortunately, nothing that can be done for those still affected. The city is looking at lowering the speed limit to 60kph, from 70kph - despite the road having demi-freeway status.
And just because I haven't done one in quite a while.. a mosaic. There are plans on redeveloping the midrises at the bottom and the sad looking residential just north of them. A third of the homes currently sit empty and the city isn't interested in this area becoming a hotspot of crime and drugs.
To the north, the LRT line that we've seen previously runs through, with Ramsay Station conveniently nearby. Much behind comparably sized cities in the rapid transit department, city council is rushing to catch up and increase ridership. The city is expected to launch marketing campaigns in the coming weeks to get people on the trains, and excited for the upcoming expansion plans.
And well.. that's all folks! Hope you enjoyed the update! 
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