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Work begins to rewild Vancouver and connect people to the natural world

The Vancouver Park Board has already started work to “rewild” Vancouver so the city can become not only the greenest, but the most ecologically literate on earth.

Park Board to amend bylaw to ban breeding of captive whales, dolphins, and porpoises

The Vancouver Park Board unanimously approved a motion concerning the Vancouver Aquarium, including an amendment to the Parks Control Bylaw to prohibit the breeding of captive whales, dolphins, and porpoises…

Parade and festivities highlight weekend celebrating Pride

Pride celebrations will be in full force this weekend with the annual Pride Parade on Sunday, August 3, and various festivities happening around the city.

NEB decision to ignore climate change evidence a step backwards, says City

The City of Vancouver is disappointed with the National Energy Board’s (NEB) recent decision to reject its motion to consider the upstream and downstream climate change impacts of the Kinder…

Honda Celebration of Light expected to kick off with a boom

View the 2014 Honda Celebration of Lights in the West End and Kitsilano on July 26, July 30, and August 2 to watch USA, France, and Japan compete.

Report on Vancouver Aquarium captivity practices released today

The Vancouver Park Board report on the practice of keeping captive whales, dolphins, and porpoises at the Vancouver Aquarium was released today in preparation for a Special Meeting of the…

Artist Studio Awards Program to provide creative space for low-income artists

Low-income professional artists in Vancouver are invited to apply for our Artist Studio Awards Program. The program helps artists develop their creative practices by providing them with live-work and work-only…

Unique partnership launches Vancouver’s first innovative Green Recycling Hub

The first of its kind in Vancouver, the Green Recycling Hub officially opened its doors today, setting a standard for collaboration and innovation in the recycling industry.

Park Board calls Special Meeting to review practice of keeping captive whales and dolphins in Stanley Park

The Park Board will meet at 9:00am on Saturday, July 26 to review the practice of keeping captive cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and porpoises) at the Vancouver Aquarium in Stanley Park.…

Vancouver looks for its next Poet Laureate

The City of Vancouver, Vancouver Public Library, and Vancouver Writers Fest are accepting nominations for Vancouver’s next Poet Laureate until August 27. The Laureate acts as a champion for poetry,…

Building permit values reach the highest levels since before the recession

The City of Vancouver issued a record $1.12 billion in building permits during the first six months of 2014, the highest amount since pre-recession levels. This is the third year…

Construction begins on baseball diamonds at Hastings Community Park

The Vancouver Park Board is holding a groundbreaking ceremony to kick off the reconstruction of the little league baseball diamonds at Hastings Community Park. Learn how we are funding this…

City of Vancouver’s approach to debt

The City of Vancouver has a dynamic, highly diversified urban economy that is thriving as a result of its global brand, its leading global clusters in the high tech and…

Join us for the opening of the Westhill Sports Box on July 12!

Port Moody athletes have one more place to play! On Saturday, July 12, Council opens the brand new Westhill Sports Box. Port Moody is one of the fastest growing cities…

City supports Vancouver Incubator Kitchen

The City is pleased to support the Vancouver Incubator Kitchen, a partnership between Vancouver Community College, Mark Brand Inc., Vancity Credit Union, and the City of Vancouver.

New grant program helps preserve and protect heritage and housing in Chinese Society buildings

A new grant program supporting critical upgrades to preserve and protect buildings owned by Chinese Family Clan and Benevolent Societies has been approved by Vancouver City Council.

Greenest City Action Plan 2014 update

The City of Vancouver released its third annual Greenest City Action Plan update today, with progress continuing in all 10 goal areas. Most notably, Vancouver reached a remarkable six per…

Soccer fever takes over Vancouver

To mark the 2014 Fifa World Cup Final on July 13, come out to “Soccer! Samba!! Celebration!!!” at the Trout Lake Community Centre. Reserve your tickets in advance.

2015-2018 Capital Plan proposes major investments in affordable housing, childcare, transportation

The City of Vancouver’s draft 2015-2018 Capital Plan, which will be presented to Council on July 9, identifies $1.08 billion of capital investment priorities for the City for the next…

Trans Mountain answers only 248 of the 394 questions submitted by the City of Vancouver

On Friday, the City will use its status as an intervener to call upon the National Energy Board (NEB) to direct Trans Mountain to respond to the 145 questions that…

Improvements to the Arts Event Licence Pilot Program

The pilot program makes it easier to host pop-up performances for up to 250 people in studios, warehouses, and other unconventional event spaces. Thanks to valuable ongoing participation and feedback,…

Help young street trees thrive this summer

Help the Vancouver Park Board, and water young street trees in front of your home and on your block — not only during this hot weather, but throughout the summer.

Westhill Pool Closed on Saturday & Sunday

Westhill Pool 6:00-8:00pm Evening Swim CANCELLED

City pilot program to allow vending of craft liquor at Vancouver farmers markets

The City will roll out a pilot program for locally-made beer, wine, and spirit sales at the following farmers markets this summer and fall: Oak Street, Mount Pleasant, Kerrisdale Village,…

Youth Stick & Puck CANCELLED TODAY ONLY

Due to a mechanical issue, Youth Stick & Puck is cancelled today only. Sorry for the inconvenience.  

Amateur radio operators showcase emergency response communications at 24-hour event

See hundreds of highly skilled local amateur radio operators come together to practice emergency response operations during a 24 hour event at Queen Elizabeth Park this weekend.

VIVA Vancouver launches fourth year of vibrant pedestrian spaces

VIVA Vancouver, now in its fourth year, continues to grow in popularity, with new programming for VIVA Granville every weekend this summer. A new installation at 800 Robson Street, and…

Celebrate Canada Day at community centres across Vancouver

It’s a birthday party on July 1! Show your Canada Day spirit by dressing in red and white and celebrating at a neighbourhood community centre.