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B.C. fund exceeds goal: 2,200 old affordable rentals protected from big rent hikes

The $500-million Rental Protection Fund was launched in 2023.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Feb 2, 2026
Cancelled: Artistic rendering of the previous 10-lane George Massey Bridge and Highway 99 corridor upgrade project. (Government of BC)
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BC Conservative leader candidate eyes 10-lane George Massey bridge project revival

The tunnel project cancelled, with the new bridge named Sir John A. Macdonald Gateway.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Feb 2, 2026
Preliminary conceptual design of the new 10,000-seat arena, hotel, conference centre, and commercial space project at the site of BC Lions' training facility in Surrey City Centre. (Perkins&Will/City of Surrey)
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Bidding opens for developer, sports team for 10,000-seat Surrey City Centre Arena

The partner will be selected in August 2026, with construction beginning in 2027.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Feb 2, 2026
Generalized Land Uses, Vancouver ODP. (City of Vancouver)
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Vancouver Plan to be replaced by first-ever citywide Official Development Plan

A legally binding land use framework for Vancouver's growth.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Feb 1, 2026
Concept of the 2026 revised concept for 150 West Georgia St. (720 Beatty St.), Vancouver. (Align Architecture/Westbank)
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Westbank downtown Vancouver office project shifts to hotel, housing, data centre

Creative Energy’s new steam plant project at the site has also faced challenges.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 31, 2026
Thomus Donaghy Overdose Prevention Site (OPS) in the laneway of Metson Rooms & Shelter at 1060 Howe St., Vancouver. (Google Maps)
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Howe Street overdose prevention site in downtown Vancouver permanently closes

This was previously the relocation of Yaletown OPS.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 31, 2026
Vancouver Olympic Cauldron at Jack Poole Plaza. (J. Jones Photography)
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Vancouver Olympic Cauldron to be relit for Milano Cortina 2026 Games

Celebrating global athleticism and Canadian athletes.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 31, 2026
2026 concept of 601 West Cordova St., Vancouver. (James Cheng Architects/Cadillac Fairview)
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Landmark tree-inspired office tower concept for revived Waterfront Station project

Replacing Cadillac Fairview's previous origami crystal tower concept.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 31, 2026
Pete Fry's announcement on Jan. 30, 2026 that he will run for Vancouver mayor in the 2026 civic election under the Green party. (Kenneth Chan)
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It’s official: Pete Fry is Green party’s first Vancouver mayoral candidate in 30 years

"Not a day goes by when people aren't asking me to run for mayor."

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 30, 2026
Woodward's complex. (Kenneth Chan)
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VPD opening Woodward's patrol hub, former London Drugs eyed for training facility

In response to crime and public safety concerns.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 30, 2026
Queensborough Bridge across the Fraser River between New Westminster and Richmond. (Google Maps)
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Major upgrades for Queensborough Bridge to begin this spring

Extending the lifespan of the 1960-built bridge.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 30, 2026
Traffic conditions on the East 8th Avenue detour between Quebec and Main streets for the East Broadway construction closure, as seen on Jan. 26, 2026. (Sieva K./Vision Zero Vancouver)
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No plan to make 8th Avenue detour bus-only during Broadway road closure

"Traffic conditions will be closely monitored."

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 30, 2026
2025 25-storey concept for 302-360 West 2nd Ave., Vancouver. (Yamamoto Architecture/Strand Development)
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Residential tower approved to fill big hole in an industrial area of Vancouver

City staff opposed the project to protect industrial land and prevent speculation.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 30, 2026
Anne McMullin. (Urban Development Institute)
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Urban Development Institute's head to leave organization after 14 years

"It has been a privilege to serve this incredible organization."

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 30, 2026
Ethan Cairns/Getty Images for FIFA
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Mayor proposes free FIFA World Cup screenings at BC Place on non-match days

Ken Sim is also pushing for free live match screenings at the PNE amphitheatre.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 29, 2026
Concept of 1105-1109 Granville St., Vancouver. (Perkins&Will/Bonnis Properties)
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35-storey hotel and rental housing tower proposed for Granville Strip

112 hotel guest rooms and 176 rental homes.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 29, 2026
Victoria Jung. (Vancouver Liberals)
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School Board chair to run for Vancouver City Council in civic election

Another former ABC official has joined the Liberals.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 28, 2026
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Vancouver mayoral candidate pitches $200-million plan to coordinate traffic signals

The "Greenlight Vancouver" strategy.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jan 28, 2026
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