This report examines several key canal sites in London, including Sainsbury's Stumpery in Ladbroke Grove, Canalside Gardens at the Westminster Adult Education Service, the Westway Flyover, Mary Seacole Memorial Park, Meanwhile Gardens, and Gerry's Pompeii. Each site offers unique insights into urban space utilization, highlighting the importance of community engagement, collaborative management, and adaptable policy frameworks. Active community-led governance emerges as a pivotal factor in the vibrancy and functionality of these spaces.