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Illustrative concept of what a Village area could look like. (City of Vancouver)
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Opinion: Vancouver needs the courage to let more neighbourhoods evolve

The fear of changing is holding back Vancouver.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 13, 2026
Canada vs. Switzerland match during the FIFA World Cup at BC Place Stadium on June 24, 2026. (Kenneth Chan)
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Opinion: FIFA World Cup was a reminder of BC Place Stadium's irreplaceable value

Don't take this venue for granted.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 13, 2026
Condition of 905 4th Ave., New Westminster, after the fire, as seen on July 11, 2026. (Amir Ali/Daily Hive)
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About 150 residents displaced by major New Westminster apartment fire

Donations are being accepted for displaced residents.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 11, 2026
Richmond Industrial Centre. (Montrose Properties)
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Judge rejects Richmond developer's request to reopen Cowichan Aboriginal title case

"The NDP has let that certainty erode, piece by piece."

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 11, 2026
The existing causeway in Tsawwassen with the GTC Deltaport container terminal and Westshore coal export terminal. (Musco)
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First Nation seeks say on new Alberta oil pipeline with Metro Vancouver terminal

"We expect to be meaningfully involved."

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 10, 2026
June 2026 construction progress on the new Harry Jerome Community Recreation Centre. (City of North Vancouver)
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$230-million North Vancouver aquatic and community centre opens this month

A massive new community and recreational hub for the North Shore.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 10, 2026
Neighbourhood Zero Emission Vehicles (NZEVs). (HeyYa Carts Rentals)
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Should mini electric shuttle services be allowed in Downtown Vancouver?

Currently, these vehicles can only be privately rented.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 10, 2026
Ironworkers Memorial Bridge and the Second Narrows Rail Bridge at the Second Narrows of Burrard Inlet in Metro Vancouver. (Jeff Hung/Shutterstock)
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First Nation files court challenge against Burrard Inlet dredging project for oil tankers

A hurdle for a project that's supposed to begin construction in September.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 10, 2026
The temporary FIFA World Cup-time VANCOUVER sign by Cadillac Fairview, installed at Granville Square plaza for Junction Public Market in Summer 2026. (Kenneth Chan)
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Vancouver looks beyond FIFA World Cup to long-term tourism, convention growth

"Vancouver delivered a spectacular performance."

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 10, 2026
The temporary TSN/CTV broadcast studio and 2026 FIFA World Cup match screening zone at Vancouver's Jack Poole Plaza. (Vision Event Photography)
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How TSN's stunning Vancouver waterfront FIFA World Cup studio came together

It was far from being a simple build.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 10, 2026
The properties of 0 Quarry Rd., 4201 Quarry Rd., 4250 Quarry Rd., and 4301 Quarry Rd. in Coquitlam. (Google Maps)
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160 acres of mountainside sold in one of Metro Vancouver's largest deals of 2026

Four parcels in Coquitlam.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 9, 2026
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City plans Vancouver-wide amenity cost charge on development to pay for growth

A historic overhaul of how new building developments are charged.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 9, 2026
2022 concept for the outdoor pool at the new Marpole Community Centre in Vancouver’s Oak Park. (Diamond Schmitt Architects/City of Vancouver)
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Vancouver plans $790M borrowing plebiscite for community centres, infrastructure

Part of an overall $3.5-billion capital plan through 2030.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 9, 2026
Concept of the Hudson's Bay parkade city block redevelopment at 501-595 West Georgia St., Vancouver. (Henriquez Partners Architects/Holborn Group)
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Proposal for Western Canada's tallest tower heads to Vancouver City Council

Four buildings, including a massive hotel tower over 1,000 ft.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 9, 2026
2026 concept of the new Lord Roberts Annex Elementary School. (McFarland Marceau Architects/Vancouver School Board)
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This is the design of Downtown Vancouver's new elementary school for 510 students

Set to be built with BC Hydro's new West End substation.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 9, 2026
Victory celebrations on Granville Street in Downtown Vancouver on June 28, 2026, after Canada's historic FIFA World Cup round of 32 match win against South Africa. (Kenneth Chan)
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Metro Vancouverites positive on FIFA World Cup, keeping Granville pedestrian zone: poll

It has been a positive experience for Metro Vancouver.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 8, 2026
Growing BC Place Stadium's FIFA World Cup natural grass at Bos Sod Farms in Abbotsford. (Bert Bos/supplied)
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How Fraser Valley-grown grass redefined BC Place Stadium for FIFA World Cup

Inside the local farm-to-stadium story.

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 7, 2026
Vancouver's Granville Street Pedestrian Zone for the FIFA World Cup, as seen on June 12, 2026. (Kenneth Chan)
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B.C. government extends FIFA World Cup liquor patio licences through September

"Vancouver has rediscovered what's possible."

  • Kenneth Chan
  • Jul 7, 2026
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