Lanrick Bennett
@lanrickbennett.bsky.social
Working within the active transportation, environmental protection, affordable housing and placemaking sphere. Always advocating #BikeTO #TransformTO #BLM #TweetsAreMineByDefault
#HearThis Sharing 3 pieces of Black specific content with my kids this week.
1. Mural to honour Black community of Queen’s Bush Settlement
2. Astead W. Herndon Joins Vox
3. For The Culture Season 2 with Amanda Parris
I think these stories are all worth #Amplifying
medium.com/@lanrickbenn...
1. Mural to honour Black community of Queen’s Bush Settlement
2. Astead W. Herndon Joins Vox
3. For The Culture Season 2 with Amanda Parris
I think these stories are all worth #Amplifying
medium.com/@lanrickbenn...
November 23, 2025 at 12:31 PM
#HearThis Sharing 3 pieces of Black specific content with my kids this week.
1. Mural to honour Black community of Queen’s Bush Settlement
2. Astead W. Herndon Joins Vox
3. For The Culture Season 2 with Amanda Parris
I think these stories are all worth #Amplifying
medium.com/@lanrickbenn...
1. Mural to honour Black community of Queen’s Bush Settlement
2. Astead W. Herndon Joins Vox
3. For The Culture Season 2 with Amanda Parris
I think these stories are all worth #Amplifying
medium.com/@lanrickbenn...
#30DayMapChallenge
Day 22 - Explore the Global Map using BathyGlobe, developed by the Center for Coastal Ocean Mapping at the University of New Hampshire - @seabed2030.bsky.social
seabed2030.org
Day 22 - Explore the Global Map using BathyGlobe, developed by the Center for Coastal Ocean Mapping at the University of New Hampshire - @seabed2030.bsky.social
seabed2030.org
November 22, 2025 at 12:45 PM
#30DayMapChallenge
Day 22 - Explore the Global Map using BathyGlobe, developed by the Center for Coastal Ocean Mapping at the University of New Hampshire - @seabed2030.bsky.social
seabed2030.org
Day 22 - Explore the Global Map using BathyGlobe, developed by the Center for Coastal Ocean Mapping at the University of New Hampshire - @seabed2030.bsky.social
seabed2030.org
#30DayMapChallenge
Day 21 - “I recreated the Handmaids Tale map. It was shown in the S2 Finale and wanted to provide a clearer view of this dystopian world. Is it decent enough compared to the original.” - www.reddit.com/r/TheHandmai...
Day 21 - “I recreated the Handmaids Tale map. It was shown in the S2 Finale and wanted to provide a clearer view of this dystopian world. Is it decent enough compared to the original.” - www.reddit.com/r/TheHandmai...
November 21, 2025 at 9:27 PM
#30DayMapChallenge
Day 21 - “I recreated the Handmaids Tale map. It was shown in the S2 Finale and wanted to provide a clearer view of this dystopian world. Is it decent enough compared to the original.” - www.reddit.com/r/TheHandmai...
Day 21 - “I recreated the Handmaids Tale map. It was shown in the S2 Finale and wanted to provide a clearer view of this dystopian world. Is it decent enough compared to the original.” - www.reddit.com/r/TheHandmai...
If you’re in Hamilton, Ottawa, K/W, Guelph, Burlington, Oshawa, Markham, Richmond Hill, Kingston, Thunder Bay, Windsor, Toronto, London, Niagara Falls, Sudbury; or anywhere in one of 300+ municipalities in Ontario, someone being killed by a driver is just another day
smh @ffsafestreets.bsky.social
smh @ffsafestreets.bsky.social
November 20, 2025 at 10:58 PM
If you’re in Hamilton, Ottawa, K/W, Guelph, Burlington, Oshawa, Markham, Richmond Hill, Kingston, Thunder Bay, Windsor, Toronto, London, Niagara Falls, Sudbury; or anywhere in one of 300+ municipalities in Ontario, someone being killed by a driver is just another day
smh @ffsafestreets.bsky.social
smh @ffsafestreets.bsky.social
Hat - @uoftcities.bsky.social
Shirt - @tomflood.bsky.social
Ride - @ternbicycles.com
Always a good session speaking with Mary Rowe & Co. for @canurb.bsky.social’s City Talk Podcast
“WE'VE MADE IT SO
THAT AUTOMOBILES
CAN GO EVERYWHERE
AT THE EXPENSE OF
CHILDREN GOING
ANYWHERE” - Tom Flood
Shirt - @tomflood.bsky.social
Ride - @ternbicycles.com
Always a good session speaking with Mary Rowe & Co. for @canurb.bsky.social’s City Talk Podcast
“WE'VE MADE IT SO
THAT AUTOMOBILES
CAN GO EVERYWHERE
AT THE EXPENSE OF
CHILDREN GOING
ANYWHERE” - Tom Flood
November 20, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Hat - @uoftcities.bsky.social
Shirt - @tomflood.bsky.social
Ride - @ternbicycles.com
Always a good session speaking with Mary Rowe & Co. for @canurb.bsky.social’s City Talk Podcast
“WE'VE MADE IT SO
THAT AUTOMOBILES
CAN GO EVERYWHERE
AT THE EXPENSE OF
CHILDREN GOING
ANYWHERE” - Tom Flood
Shirt - @tomflood.bsky.social
Ride - @ternbicycles.com
Always a good session speaking with Mary Rowe & Co. for @canurb.bsky.social’s City Talk Podcast
“WE'VE MADE IT SO
THAT AUTOMOBILES
CAN GO EVERYWHERE
AT THE EXPENSE OF
CHILDREN GOING
ANYWHERE” - Tom Flood
I think you underestimate a child’s want to move across their city equitably :)
IMHO b/c of the overall cost of single occupancy vehicles on individuals, the environment and cities in general, if your urban planners aren’t placing bikes (all forms) into the mix, you’ve basically doomed your city.
IMHO b/c of the overall cost of single occupancy vehicles on individuals, the environment and cities in general, if your urban planners aren’t placing bikes (all forms) into the mix, you’ve basically doomed your city.
November 20, 2025 at 7:30 PM
I think you underestimate a child’s want to move across their city equitably :)
IMHO b/c of the overall cost of single occupancy vehicles on individuals, the environment and cities in general, if your urban planners aren’t placing bikes (all forms) into the mix, you’ve basically doomed your city.
IMHO b/c of the overall cost of single occupancy vehicles on individuals, the environment and cities in general, if your urban planners aren’t placing bikes (all forms) into the mix, you’ve basically doomed your city.
Congrats to @housingnowto.bsky.social’s Mark Richardson
h/t @utoronto.ca @uoftcities.bsky.social #HousingNowTO
h/t @utoronto.ca @uoftcities.bsky.social #HousingNowTO
November 19, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Congrats to @housingnowto.bsky.social’s Mark Richardson
h/t @utoronto.ca @uoftcities.bsky.social #HousingNowTO
h/t @utoronto.ca @uoftcities.bsky.social #HousingNowTO
#30DayMapChallenge
Day 19 - Canadian Pacific Railway map poster
ca. 1885
'Like many advertisements from the earlier years of Canada's immigration program, it features a considerable amount of detailed information on immigrating to western Canada.'
www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/canadian-wes...
Day 19 - Canadian Pacific Railway map poster
ca. 1885
'Like many advertisements from the earlier years of Canada's immigration program, it features a considerable amount of detailed information on immigrating to western Canada.'
www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/canadian-wes...
November 19, 2025 at 11:50 AM
#30DayMapChallenge
Day 19 - Canadian Pacific Railway map poster
ca. 1885
'Like many advertisements from the earlier years of Canada's immigration program, it features a considerable amount of detailed information on immigrating to western Canada.'
www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/canadian-wes...
Day 19 - Canadian Pacific Railway map poster
ca. 1885
'Like many advertisements from the earlier years of Canada's immigration program, it features a considerable amount of detailed information on immigrating to western Canada.'
www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/canadian-wes...
LBJ's Humpday Podcast Picks for Nov 19th
This week spans a live tour of Casa Loma, a smart look at who housing policy serves, &a sharp critique of the unraveling of @canadaland.com
h/t @torontomike.com @iiutoronto.bsky.social @briandoucet.bsky.social @youcaughtscott.com
medium.com/@lanrickbenn...
This week spans a live tour of Casa Loma, a smart look at who housing policy serves, &a sharp critique of the unraveling of @canadaland.com
h/t @torontomike.com @iiutoronto.bsky.social @briandoucet.bsky.social @youcaughtscott.com
medium.com/@lanrickbenn...
November 19, 2025 at 11:19 AM
LBJ's Humpday Podcast Picks for Nov 19th
This week spans a live tour of Casa Loma, a smart look at who housing policy serves, &a sharp critique of the unraveling of @canadaland.com
h/t @torontomike.com @iiutoronto.bsky.social @briandoucet.bsky.social @youcaughtscott.com
medium.com/@lanrickbenn...
This week spans a live tour of Casa Loma, a smart look at who housing policy serves, &a sharp critique of the unraveling of @canadaland.com
h/t @torontomike.com @iiutoronto.bsky.social @briandoucet.bsky.social @youcaughtscott.com
medium.com/@lanrickbenn...
with FOUR ELEMENTRY SCHOOLS within
505.29m
453.82m
121.61m
& 96.43m
from where I took that video.
You wouldn't be far off guessing someone in power doesn't care about the safety of children & I'd have no arguement to say you weren't right on that assuption.
500m that a 6 min walk 2 min ride
smh
505.29m
453.82m
121.61m
& 96.43m
from where I took that video.
You wouldn't be far off guessing someone in power doesn't care about the safety of children & I'd have no arguement to say you weren't right on that assuption.
500m that a 6 min walk 2 min ride
smh
November 18, 2025 at 11:11 PM
with FOUR ELEMENTRY SCHOOLS within
505.29m
453.82m
121.61m
& 96.43m
from where I took that video.
You wouldn't be far off guessing someone in power doesn't care about the safety of children & I'd have no arguement to say you weren't right on that assuption.
500m that a 6 min walk 2 min ride
smh
505.29m
453.82m
121.61m
& 96.43m
from where I took that video.
You wouldn't be far off guessing someone in power doesn't care about the safety of children & I'd have no arguement to say you weren't right on that assuption.
500m that a 6 min walk 2 min ride
smh
I hear you, and I have a lot love and respect for Montreal, but I live here. Work here. Family, friends, you get it.
Here is one minute and eleven seconds of life on Jones Av at 17:55 PM on a Tuesday evening.
Why the fuck does this street need to be 40kmh…
Here is one minute and eleven seconds of life on Jones Av at 17:55 PM on a Tuesday evening.
Why the fuck does this street need to be 40kmh…
November 18, 2025 at 11:03 PM
I hear you, and I have a lot love and respect for Montreal, but I live here. Work here. Family, friends, you get it.
Here is one minute and eleven seconds of life on Jones Av at 17:55 PM on a Tuesday evening.
Why the fuck does this street need to be 40kmh…
Here is one minute and eleven seconds of life on Jones Av at 17:55 PM on a Tuesday evening.
Why the fuck does this street need to be 40kmh…
Alright #BikeTO take a breath, "The City of Toronto has debuted at #55 on the list of the Top 100 most bicycle-friendly cities in the world in the 2025 Copenhagenize Index!"
So which elected municipal rep in #TOpoli is going say out loud that they'll strive for 25 in 2026?
#PoliticalWill anyone?
So which elected municipal rep in #TOpoli is going say out loud that they'll strive for 25 in 2026?
#PoliticalWill anyone?
November 18, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Alright #BikeTO take a breath, "The City of Toronto has debuted at #55 on the list of the Top 100 most bicycle-friendly cities in the world in the 2025 Copenhagenize Index!"
So which elected municipal rep in #TOpoli is going say out loud that they'll strive for 25 in 2026?
#PoliticalWill anyone?
So which elected municipal rep in #TOpoli is going say out loud that they'll strive for 25 in 2026?
#PoliticalWill anyone?
#30DayMapChallenge
Day 18 - Tour De France 1975
The 1975 Tour de France was the 62nd edition of the Tour de France, one of cycling's Grand Tours. It took place between 26 June and 20 July, with 22 stages covering a distance of 4,000 km (2,485 mi).
Day 18 - Tour De France 1975
The 1975 Tour de France was the 62nd edition of the Tour de France, one of cycling's Grand Tours. It took place between 26 June and 20 July, with 22 stages covering a distance of 4,000 km (2,485 mi).
November 18, 2025 at 6:16 PM
#30DayMapChallenge
Day 18 - Tour De France 1975
The 1975 Tour de France was the 62nd edition of the Tour de France, one of cycling's Grand Tours. It took place between 26 June and 20 July, with 22 stages covering a distance of 4,000 km (2,485 mi).
Day 18 - Tour De France 1975
The 1975 Tour de France was the 62nd edition of the Tour de France, one of cycling's Grand Tours. It took place between 26 June and 20 July, with 22 stages covering a distance of 4,000 km (2,485 mi).
#BikeTO / #WalkTO
I'm bias here in #TorontoDanforth.
Right now Strathcona Av between Jones Av & Pape Av is a zoo for pick up at Earl Grey Senior PS and the new Pape Avenue Junior PS relocated to 540 Jones Av)
Anyone else in #TOpoli have it worse?
h/t @ffsafestreets.bsky.social
I'm bias here in #TorontoDanforth.
Right now Strathcona Av between Jones Av & Pape Av is a zoo for pick up at Earl Grey Senior PS and the new Pape Avenue Junior PS relocated to 540 Jones Av)
Anyone else in #TOpoli have it worse?
h/t @ffsafestreets.bsky.social
November 18, 2025 at 1:06 PM
#BikeTO / #WalkTO
I'm bias here in #TorontoDanforth.
Right now Strathcona Av between Jones Av & Pape Av is a zoo for pick up at Earl Grey Senior PS and the new Pape Avenue Junior PS relocated to 540 Jones Av)
Anyone else in #TOpoli have it worse?
h/t @ffsafestreets.bsky.social
I'm bias here in #TorontoDanforth.
Right now Strathcona Av between Jones Av & Pape Av is a zoo for pick up at Earl Grey Senior PS and the new Pape Avenue Junior PS relocated to 540 Jones Av)
Anyone else in #TOpoli have it worse?
h/t @ffsafestreets.bsky.social
Constituents in #TorontoDanforth are still waiting for a plan to open warming centres in our #EastEnd.
At least 15 winters (as long as I’ve lived in this ward) with a lack of empathy and zero #PoliticalWill being shown to tackle this real community issue.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
At least 15 winters (as long as I’ve lived in this ward) with a lack of empathy and zero #PoliticalWill being shown to tackle this real community issue.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
November 18, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Constituents in #TorontoDanforth are still waiting for a plan to open warming centres in our #EastEnd.
At least 15 winters (as long as I’ve lived in this ward) with a lack of empathy and zero #PoliticalWill being shown to tackle this real community issue.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
At least 15 winters (as long as I’ve lived in this ward) with a lack of empathy and zero #PoliticalWill being shown to tackle this real community issue.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
#30DayMapChallenge
Day 17 - Standard World Wide Paper Dimensions
The A4 format, part of the ISO 216 standard, is based on a simple mathematical beauty — each sheet has the same aspect ratio (√2:1), so when you fold or scale it, proportions remain consistent. The US Letter format, not so much
Day 17 - Standard World Wide Paper Dimensions
The A4 format, part of the ISO 216 standard, is based on a simple mathematical beauty — each sheet has the same aspect ratio (√2:1), so when you fold or scale it, proportions remain consistent. The US Letter format, not so much
November 17, 2025 at 10:37 PM
#30DayMapChallenge
Day 17 - Standard World Wide Paper Dimensions
The A4 format, part of the ISO 216 standard, is based on a simple mathematical beauty — each sheet has the same aspect ratio (√2:1), so when you fold or scale it, proportions remain consistent. The US Letter format, not so much
Day 17 - Standard World Wide Paper Dimensions
The A4 format, part of the ISO 216 standard, is based on a simple mathematical beauty — each sheet has the same aspect ratio (√2:1), so when you fold or scale it, proportions remain consistent. The US Letter format, not so much
It says a lot that many of the individuals with "experience" do a shitty job managing people & creating opportunity for their constituents to thrive.
Voters had a good reason to not reelect Bruce Harrell. Feel @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social & @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social are going to do just fine.
Voters had a good reason to not reelect Bruce Harrell. Feel @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social & @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social are going to do just fine.
November 17, 2025 at 5:41 PM
It says a lot that many of the individuals with "experience" do a shitty job managing people & creating opportunity for their constituents to thrive.
Voters had a good reason to not reelect Bruce Harrell. Feel @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social & @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social are going to do just fine.
Voters had a good reason to not reelect Bruce Harrell. Feel @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social & @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social are going to do just fine.
#IdeasAtWork
We’ve done some preliminary work in that regards to Green P Parking and housing here via @housingnowto.bsky.social and @uoftcities.bsky.social www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis...
bsky.app/profile/hous...
We’ve done some preliminary work in that regards to Green P Parking and housing here via @housingnowto.bsky.social and @uoftcities.bsky.social www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis...
bsky.app/profile/hous...
November 17, 2025 at 2:38 PM
#IdeasAtWork
We’ve done some preliminary work in that regards to Green P Parking and housing here via @housingnowto.bsky.social and @uoftcities.bsky.social www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis...
bsky.app/profile/hous...
We’ve done some preliminary work in that regards to Green P Parking and housing here via @housingnowto.bsky.social and @uoftcities.bsky.social www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis...
bsky.app/profile/hous...
#HappyMonday
Sharing my collection of #IdeasAtWork video playlist for November 16th
h/t @transitthinker.bsky.social @waterfrontoronto.bsky.social @c-9.mstdn.ca.ap.brid.gy
youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Sharing my collection of #IdeasAtWork video playlist for November 16th
h/t @transitthinker.bsky.social @waterfrontoronto.bsky.social @c-9.mstdn.ca.ap.brid.gy
youtube.com/playlist?lis...
November 17, 2025 at 12:57 PM
#HappyMonday
Sharing my collection of #IdeasAtWork video playlist for November 16th
h/t @transitthinker.bsky.social @waterfrontoronto.bsky.social @c-9.mstdn.ca.ap.brid.gy
youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Sharing my collection of #IdeasAtWork video playlist for November 16th
h/t @transitthinker.bsky.social @waterfrontoronto.bsky.social @c-9.mstdn.ca.ap.brid.gy
youtube.com/playlist?lis...
My good friend Jess reading out names of innocent ppl who have a lost their lives to road violence.
Candles represent lives lost.
It’s so wrong when our elected reps place the convenience of drivers over prioritizing the safety of vulnerable road users.
via @ffsafestreets.bsky.social #WDoR2025
Candles represent lives lost.
It’s so wrong when our elected reps place the convenience of drivers over prioritizing the safety of vulnerable road users.
via @ffsafestreets.bsky.social #WDoR2025
November 16, 2025 at 11:50 PM
My good friend Jess reading out names of innocent ppl who have a lost their lives to road violence.
Candles represent lives lost.
It’s so wrong when our elected reps place the convenience of drivers over prioritizing the safety of vulnerable road users.
via @ffsafestreets.bsky.social #WDoR2025
Candles represent lives lost.
It’s so wrong when our elected reps place the convenience of drivers over prioritizing the safety of vulnerable road users.
via @ffsafestreets.bsky.social #WDoR2025
#30DayMapChallenge
Day 16 - Global Rat Distribution Map
Is it true that Alberta is a rat-free prov? Is there really a Rat Patrol? We find out the truth behind the province’s rat hating reputation
h/t @terriblemapshq.bsky.social @secretlifeofcanada.bsky.social
podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...
Day 16 - Global Rat Distribution Map
Is it true that Alberta is a rat-free prov? Is there really a Rat Patrol? We find out the truth behind the province’s rat hating reputation
h/t @terriblemapshq.bsky.social @secretlifeofcanada.bsky.social
podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...
November 16, 2025 at 5:14 PM
#30DayMapChallenge
Day 16 - Global Rat Distribution Map
Is it true that Alberta is a rat-free prov? Is there really a Rat Patrol? We find out the truth behind the province’s rat hating reputation
h/t @terriblemapshq.bsky.social @secretlifeofcanada.bsky.social
podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...
Day 16 - Global Rat Distribution Map
Is it true that Alberta is a rat-free prov? Is there really a Rat Patrol? We find out the truth behind the province’s rat hating reputation
h/t @terriblemapshq.bsky.social @secretlifeofcanada.bsky.social
podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...
#HearThis Sharing 3 pieces of Black specific content with my kids this week.
1. Local Climate Heroes
2. Celebrate Prince w/ a Limited-Edition Library Card
3. Black joy & mental health research
I think these stories are all worth #Amplifying
h/t @uoftcities.bsky.social
medium.com/@lanrickbenn...
1. Local Climate Heroes
2. Celebrate Prince w/ a Limited-Edition Library Card
3. Black joy & mental health research
I think these stories are all worth #Amplifying
h/t @uoftcities.bsky.social
medium.com/@lanrickbenn...
November 16, 2025 at 2:06 PM
#HearThis Sharing 3 pieces of Black specific content with my kids this week.
1. Local Climate Heroes
2. Celebrate Prince w/ a Limited-Edition Library Card
3. Black joy & mental health research
I think these stories are all worth #Amplifying
h/t @uoftcities.bsky.social
medium.com/@lanrickbenn...
1. Local Climate Heroes
2. Celebrate Prince w/ a Limited-Edition Library Card
3. Black joy & mental health research
I think these stories are all worth #Amplifying
h/t @uoftcities.bsky.social
medium.com/@lanrickbenn...
Look forward to joining Monica Cheema, Mike Des Jardins, @ericlombardi.bsky.social and Sarah Armouch for @canurb.bsky.social’s City Talk podcast
The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow:
How Can We Empower Youth To Shape Our Communities
Thurs, Nov 20 | 12pm - 1pm ET
Register for CityTalk:
buff.ly/3ElarVS
The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow:
How Can We Empower Youth To Shape Our Communities
Thurs, Nov 20 | 12pm - 1pm ET
Register for CityTalk:
buff.ly/3ElarVS
November 15, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Look forward to joining Monica Cheema, Mike Des Jardins, @ericlombardi.bsky.social and Sarah Armouch for @canurb.bsky.social’s City Talk podcast
The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow:
How Can We Empower Youth To Shape Our Communities
Thurs, Nov 20 | 12pm - 1pm ET
Register for CityTalk:
buff.ly/3ElarVS
The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow:
How Can We Empower Youth To Shape Our Communities
Thurs, Nov 20 | 12pm - 1pm ET
Register for CityTalk:
buff.ly/3ElarVS
Look forward to joining Monica Cheema, Mike Des Jardins, @ericlombardi.bsky.social and Sarah Armouch for @canurb.bsky.social’s City Talk podcast
The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow:
How Can We Empower Youth To Shape Our Communities
Thurs, Nov 20 | 12pm - 1pm ET
Register for CityTalk:
buff.ly/3ElarVS
The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow:
How Can We Empower Youth To Shape Our Communities
Thurs, Nov 20 | 12pm - 1pm ET
Register for CityTalk:
buff.ly/3ElarVS
November 15, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Look forward to joining Monica Cheema, Mike Des Jardins, @ericlombardi.bsky.social and Sarah Armouch for @canurb.bsky.social’s City Talk podcast
The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow:
How Can We Empower Youth To Shape Our Communities
Thurs, Nov 20 | 12pm - 1pm ET
Register for CityTalk:
buff.ly/3ElarVS
The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow:
How Can We Empower Youth To Shape Our Communities
Thurs, Nov 20 | 12pm - 1pm ET
Register for CityTalk:
buff.ly/3ElarVS