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
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
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
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
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
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 to be relit for Milano Cortina 2026 Games
Celebrating global athleticism and Canadian athletes.
- Kenneth Chan
- Jan 31, 2026
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
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
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
Major upgrades for Queensborough Bridge to begin this spring
Extending the lifespan of the 1960-built bridge.
- Kenneth Chan
- Jan 30, 2026
No plan to make 8th Avenue detour bus-only during Broadway road closure
"Traffic conditions will be closely monitored."
- Kenneth Chan
- Jan 30, 2026
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
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
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
35-storey hotel and rental housing tower proposed for Granville Strip
112 hotel guest rooms and 176 rental homes.
- Kenneth Chan
- Jan 29, 2026
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
Vancouver mayoral candidate pitches $200-million plan to coordinate traffic signals
The "Greenlight Vancouver" strategy.
- Kenneth Chan
- Jan 28, 2026

















