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Kenneth Chan

@iamkennethchan.bsky.social

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Optimistic realist. Daily Hive Editor for Architecture, Real Estate, Transport, Urban Issues, Politics & Business. 🏗🏙🏘🚎🚇⛴✈️ kenneth@dailyhive.com

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Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

In a feat of engineering, crews cut free and lowered the old Pattullo Bridge's iconic steel arch intact during an overnight operation over the Thanksgiving weekend. The Fraser River skyline changed considerably within the span of hours. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/pa...

Crews remove old Pattullo Bridge's iconic arch intact in a feat of engineering | Daily Hive | Urbanized

The old Pattullo Bridge has lost its most recognizable feature, with its steel arch now removed and lowered onto barges on the Fraser River.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

City of Vancouver's 2026 civic election advance voting turnout has now topped 2022's entire early total, with one early voting day still left. 74,714 advance voters so far, including a new all-time record of 27,748 yesterday. #bcpoli #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/va...

Vancouver advance voting tops 2022's entire early total, with one early voting day left | Daily Hive | Urbanized

The City of Vancouver's turnout for the first three days of advance voting in the 2026 civic election has exceeded 2022's entire early total.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Vancouver International Airport is reportedly the first in line for Prime Minister Mark Carney's privatization strategy for Canada's four busiest airports. First Nations investors could hold a minority stake of up to 20%. #YVR #aviation #bcpoli #vanpoli dailyhive.com/vancouver/va...

Vancouver airport first in Carney's privatization plan, with 20% First Nations stake | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Under Prime Minister Mark Carney's plan, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) could be the first airport to see privatization.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

City of Vancouver sets another single-day advance voting record as turnout reaches over 25,000 on second day. This year's advance voting turnout has already reached 72% of the record ballots cast over all 5 advance voting days in 2022. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/va...

Vancouver sets another advance voting record as turnout reaches over 25,000 | Daily Hive | Urbanized

The City of Vancouver has broken its record for advance voting in civic elections for the second time in less than a week.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

The first trains in Amtrak Cascades' brand-new fleet are now carrying passengers on the route connecting Vancouver, Seattle & Portland. Also, Vancouver's Pacific Central is now the very first rail station to offer full U.S. preclearance. #bcpoli #vanpoli dailyhive.com/vancouver/am...

New trains begin serving passengers on Amtrak Cascades, reaching Vancouver | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Amtrak Cascades' first new Siemens Venture/Airo trains are now operating on the route linking Vancouver, Seattle, and Portland.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Grouse Mountain is now installing brand-new cabins for the Red Skyride aerial tramway. Each accommodating 95 passengers, with bench seating and larger panoramic windows. The first replacement of this tramway's cabins in 50 years. 🚡🚡 #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/gr...

Grouse Mountain has replaced the Red Skyride cabins for the first time in 50 years | Daily Hive | Urbanized

For the first time in 50 years, the cabins of the Red Skyride aerial tram at Grouse Mountain have been replaced with new models.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

BC NDP leader David Eby says he will not create a new annual #TransLink levy of up to $150 on every vehicle in Metro Vancouver. In 2025, Eby promised to create a new TransLink revenue source through new legislation by 2027. #bcpoli #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/bc...

David Eby's BC NDP rules out creating a $150 annual vehicle levy for TransLink | Daily Hive | Urbanized

In response to a report, BC NDP leader David Eby has ruled out creating a new $150 annual vehicle levy to address TransLink's fiscal cliff.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Yup, it will almost certainly be a project well over $1+ billion. But it'll be well worth it. As noted in the article, a homogenous fleet should be realized in the 2030s.

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Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

A first look inside #SkyTrain's brand-new, state-of-the-art control centre building. This $360 million facility for the Expo/Millennium network will accommodate future expansion for decades to come. #TransLink #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/sk...

First look inside SkyTrain's new state-of-the-art control centre building | Daily Hive | Urbanized

This is a first look at TransLink's new $300+ million brand-new Operations Control Centre building for SkyTrain's Expo and Millennium lines.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

"Troubling" #SkyTrain safety incident statistics renew focus on the need for platform screen doors. This is increasingly the global standard to enhance safety, reliability, and station capacity. #TransLink #bcpoli #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/sk...

'Troubling' SkyTrain safety statistics renew focus on need for platform screen doors | Daily Hive | Urbanized

New safety incident data released by TransLink and Technical Safety BC shows a need for platform screen doors at SkyTrain stations.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Over 3,000 people packed a block of the Granville Street Pedestrian Zone for DJ Felix Cartal's pop-up party, the biggest crowd on the strip since the FIFA World Cup. "This is what great placemaking can do." #vanpoli #vancre #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/gr...

Thousands pack Granville Street for DJ party in biggest crowd since FIFA World Cup | Daily Hive | Urbanized

DJ Felix Cartal's party on Downtown Vancouver's Granville Street Pedestrian Zone brought out the largest crowds since the FIFA World Cup.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

#TransLink has revived the 99 B-Line's vintage bee branding to create a limited-edition craft soda commemorating the 30th anniversary of Metro Vancouver's busiest bus route. Yes, the 99 B-Line's original 1990s branding had a cartoon bee. 🐝 dailyhive.com/vancouver/tr...

TransLink revives 99 B-Line's vintage bee branding for 30th anniversary soda | Daily Hive | Urbanized

TransLink has partnered with Callister Craft Soda to create a limited-edition beverage with vintage 99 B-Line bus route branding.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Thanks, Mike!

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Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

A look inside the construction progress on Broadway-City Hall Station's future Canada Line-Millennium Line underground interchange. Pathways for passengers to transfer between both #SkyTrain lines. 12 escalators, 5 elevators, stairs. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/br...

First look at Broadway-City Hall Station's Canada Line-Millennium Line interchange | Daily Hive | Urbanized

A look at the construction progress of Broadway-City Hall Station's expansion for SkyTrain's Millennium Line and Canada Line interchange.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

#Safeway will open at the new Oakridge Park mall in late August 2026. A flagship grocery store location for the chain, spanning 50,000+ sq ft across 2 levels. A much greater emphasis on international products and Asian foods. #vancre #vanre #vanpoli dailyhive.com/vancouver/sa...

Flagship 50,000+ sq. ft. Safeway at Oakridge Park mall to open this month | Daily Hive | Urbanized

The flagship Safeway grocery store at the new Oakridge Park mall, spanning over 50,000 sq. ft., will open in late August 2026.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Richmond mayoral candidates weigh in on potentially saving the longtime annual tradition of the Richmond Night Market. Organizers face a combined total cost of about $1 million for teardown at the existing site and relocation. #bcpoli #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/ri...

Mayoral candidates weigh in on saving beloved Richmond Night Market | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Several of Richmond's mayoral candidates have a different approach on whether the Richmond Night Market should be saved by the City.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Vancouver City Council has approved a 35-storey hotel and condo tower immediately across from the western end of Robson Square. A 160-room hotel property, with 176 condos above it. #vancre #vanre #vanpoli dailyhive.com/vancouver/80...

35-storey hotel and condo tower approved next to Robson Square | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Vancouver City Council has approved Reliance Properties' project to build a 35-storey hotel and condo tower next to Robson Square.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Mike Hurley confirms he will seek a third consecutive term as Burnaby mayor. He was re-elected by acclamation/default in 2022 when no challengers emerged. But that's not the case for the October 2026 election. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/bu...

Mike Hurley confirms he will seek a third term as Burnaby mayor | Daily Hive | Urbanized

After running unopposed in 2022, Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley will seek a third consecutive term in the October 2026 civic election.

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Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

BC Place Stadium has been named as one of the world's 20 best stadiums for concerts & live music. It's the only Canadian venue to make this global list. In recent years, the number of concerts held at the stadium per year has grown exponentially. dailyhive.com/vancouver/bc...

BC Place Stadium named among world's 20 best stadiums for concerts | Daily Hive | Urbanized

BC Place Stadium has been recognized as one of the world's leading stadiums for concerts and other major live events.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Former longtime NPA Park Board commissioner John Coupar will run for Vancouver City Council under Kareem Allams' Vancouver Liberals civic party. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/jo...

John Coupar to run for Vancouver City Council under Liberals civic party | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Former NPA Park Board commissioner is running with the Vancouver Liberals to seek a City Council seat in the 2026 civic election.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

World's largest Canada flag atop Grouse Mountain, a backdrop of Metro Vancouver, removed after two-month run for FIFA World Cup. Its area was equal to the size of two soccer fields. dailyhive.com/vancouver/gr...

World's largest Canada flag atop Grouse Mountain removed after two-month run | Daily Hive | Urbanized

After a two-month run coinciding with the FIFA World Cup, the world's largest Canada flag has been removed from atop Grouse Mountain.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

New Jersey-based Fairleigh Dickinson University will open a 70,000 sq. ft. campus at Vancouver's new Oakridge Park mall in September 2026. This expands and consolidates FDU's existing Vancouver campus locations. #vancre #vanre #vanpoli dailyhive.com/vancouver/fa...

70,000 sq. ft. university campus to open at Oakridge Park mall next month | Daily Hive | Urbanized

In September 2026, Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) will open a consolidated and expanded Vancouver campus at Oakridge Park mall.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

BREAKING... Richmond Night Market confirms its annual event will come to a permanent end after the Summer 2026 season. It has been an annual tradition for 26 years. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/ri...

Richmond Night Market confirmed to permanently end after Summer 2026 season | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Richmond Night Market has confirmed it will permanently wrap up its 26-year run at the end of the Summer 2026 season.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

#TransLink puts its brand on limited-edition, transit-themed coffee and tea merchandise. In partnership with Vancouver-based Trees Organic Coffee & Cheesecake. dailyhive.com/vancouver/tr...

TransLink puts its brand on limited-edition, transit-themed Trees coffee and tea | Daily Hive | Urbanized

TransLink has partnered with Vancouver-based Trees Organic Coffee & Cheesecake to create a special line of transit-themed coffee and tea.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

#TransLink has launched a new public transit etiquette campaign with the superhero assistance of Captain Canuck. Part of a new 2-year intellectual property rights partnership. dailyhive.com/vancouver/tr...

Captain Canuck boards TransLink with lessons in good public transit etiquette | Daily Hive | Urbanized

TransLink is getting some help from Captain Canuck to be the face of the latest public transit etiquette campaign in Metro Vancouver.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Over the coming weeks, during its final construction ascent as more floor plates are built, this tower at Metropolis at Metrotown mall in Burnaby will become the Metro Vancouver region's new tallest building. Exceeding Two Gilmore Place. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/co...

Metrotown tower weeks away from becoming Metro Vancouver’s tallest building | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Concord Metrotown's Sky House tower in Burnaby will become Metro Vancouver's new tallest building in its final construction ascent in 2026.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Newly approved rental tower next to #SkyTrain Commercial-Broadway Station could see big design changes. #TransLink, City of Vancouver & developer to study squeezing in an extra Expo Line platform & 3rd pedestrian bridge in tower's base. #vanre #vanpoli dailyhive.com/vancouver/sk...

Vancouver tower approved with potential space for new SkyTrain platform, footbridge | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Vancouver City Council has approved the tower at 2516 Commercial Dr., but some design changes could be made for a SkyTrain station expansion.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Vancouver City Council has approved HAVN floating spa at Vancouver Maritime Museum on the Kitsilano waterfront. It'll provide Vanier Park with an additional attraction, and a new major source of annual revenue for the museum. #vanpoli #vanre #vancre dailyhive.com/vancouver/ha...

Vancouver City Council approves HAVN floating spa on Kitsilano waterfront | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Vancouver City Council has approved HAVN's floating spa on a barge at the Vancouver Maritime Museum on the Kitsilano waterfront.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

City of Vancouver and Vancouver #Canucks have signed an MOU on exploring a potential practice facility at the Britannia civic hub. An expansion using the existing single ice rink, plus community and financial benefits for the City. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/ca...

Vancouver Canucks practice facility takes step forward with Britannia plan | Daily Hive | Offside

The Vancouver Canucks and the City of Vancouver have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to build a practice facility at Britannia.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Purdys Chocolatier is in the early stages of exploring a big move from its East Vancouver chocolate factory. The existing Kingsway factory first opened 40+ years ago. #vancre #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/pu...

Purdys weighs moving longtime East Vancouver chocolate factory | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Purdys Chocolatier is in the early stages of considering moving out of its Kingsway plant in East Vancouver to a new facility.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

BREAKING... City of Vancouver selects The Show Vancouver to spearhead Major League Baseball expansion team bid. With a global team of experts. Led by Cape Group, BRS Sports & CAA Icon, and architectural firms Populous and Gensler. #MLB #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/th...

Developer backed by global experts chosen to spearhead Vancouver MLB bid | Daily Hive | Urbanized

The Show Vancouver, led by Cape Group's Zack Ross, has been chosen by the City of Vancouver to lead the city's MLB expansion team bid.

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Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

#TransLink has officially begun construction on its first project under its ambitious for-profit real estate development program, inspired by Hong Kong's MTR. A 31-storey rental housing tower next to #SkyTrain's future Arbutus Station. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/br...

TransLink officially begins construction on its first for-profit building project | Daily Hive | Urbanized

TransLink has started construction on the Broadway-Arbutus rental housing tower in Vancouver, its first for-profit development project.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

130,000 boardings were recorded on #TransLink's FIFA World Cup Fan Festival express bus route over the 28 days the fan festival was open. What a highly optimized bus route to PNE can achieve in the absence of SkyTrain to Hastings Park.. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/tr...

130,000 boardings recorded on TransLink's FIFA World Cup Fan Festival bus route | Daily Hive | Urbanized

A total of 130,000 boardings were recorded on TransLink's temporary No. 11 FIFA World Cup Fan Festival express bus route.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Vancouver City Council has effectively killed the Villages Plan after fierce public backlash during a marathon public hearing process. #vanpoli #vanre #vancre dailyhive.com/vancouver/va...

Vancouver City Council kills Villages Plan after fierce public backlash | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Following overwhelmingly opposition, Vancouver City Council has effectively killed the controversial Villages Plan of densifying 17 areas.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

#TransLink's first new generation trolley bus, made in Europe, is now in Metro Vancouver undergoing local testing. The vastly improved trolley bus design will enter service in September. The first of an entire trolley fleet replacement. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/tr...

TransLink’s first new European-made trolley bus to enter service in September | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Local testing is well underway for TransLink's first new Solaris trolley bus ahead of its regular service launch in September 2026.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Breka Bakery & Cafe proposes 30-storey hotel tower next to SkyTrain's Marine Drive Station in Vancouver. - 324 hotel rooms - 32,000 sf conference space - 30th floor restaurant - Breka's industrial bakery - Many solar panels #vanre #vancre #vanpoli dailyhive.com/vancouver/85...

Breka Bakery & Cafe proposes 30-storey hotel tower in Vancouver | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Breka Bakery & Cafe's proposal to build a 30-storey hotel tower at 8555 Cambie St. in Vancouver includes a new industrial bakery facility.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

BREAKING... Western Canada's tallest tower, with a world-class observation deck attraction, approved by Vancouver City Council. A landmark 3-tower redevelopment of the Hudson's Bay parkade, plus a Gastown social housing tower. #vanpoli #vanre #vancre dailyhive.com/vancouver/ho...

Western Canada's tallest tower approved by Vancouver City Council | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Vancouver City Council has approved Holborn Group's project to redevelop the Hudson's Bay parkade into Western Canada's tallest tower.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

A new cultural precinct is proposed for Downtown Vancouver, with 4 new concert/performance halls of 400, 850, 1750 & 2000 seats. Eyed for Robson Square, Queen Elizabeth Theatre area and False Creek. It has early support from governments. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/va...

Four new concert halls eyed for Vancouver, including Robson Square and False Creek | Daily Hive | Urbanized

This is Vancouver Concert Hall and Theatre Society's proposal to create a cultural precinct with four new concert hall venues.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Vancouver City Council has punted its public hearing & decision on the Telus-Westbank AI data centre proposal in Mount Pleasant to 2027. This follows high public interest, with 200+ public speakers and a desire for more consultation. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/m3...

Telus-Westbank AI data centre decision pushed until after Vancouver election | Daily Hive | Urbanized

One of two proposals by Telus and Westbank to create new AI data centres in Vancouver will not be considered by City Council this summer.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Vancouver City Council has endorsed a high-density, mixed-use future for the former Molson brewery on Burrard St., with Senakw being a precedent. Metro Vancouver Regional District will have the final say on lifting industrial protections. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/mo...

Vancouver City Council endorses high-density future for former Molson brewery site | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Vancouver City Council has taken steps to support Concord Pacific's high-density, mixed-use redevelopment of the old Molson brewery.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

It was a bit superficial, but that can be expected sometimes from outsiders zeroing in on a highly local topic with ample nuances. They also got the SkyTrain network map labels wrong.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

The loudest former planners against a lot of things are pretty old, too.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Well, he was probably furious with the conclusion The B1M made (SkyTrain > LRT) at the end of their video, lol.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

The loudest voices are always the older folks.

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Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

NEW: “People were talking about being inspired by Granville Street. People were talking about never having seen it like this.” By FAR the most thorough article on the history, details, massive success, and BIG challenge to come. Thanks @dailyhivevancouver.bsky.social & @iamkennethchan.bsky.social.

After five unforgettable FIFA World Cup weeks, Granville Street faces its next test | Daily Hive | Urbanized

After weeks of celebrations during the FIFA World Cup, Downtown Vancouver's Granville Street Pedestrian Zone is entering its next phase.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Thanks for sharing!

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

41 photos that defined Vancouver's electric FIFA World Cup atmosphere in the streets, plazas, public spaces, festivals, and watch parties. Moments captured by the Daily Hive team over 39 days. ⚽🇨🇦 #FIFAWorldCup #WeAre26 #WeAreVancouve dailyhive.com/vancouver/fi...

41 photos that defined Vancouver's electric FIFA World Cup atmosphere | Daily Hive | Urbanized

These Daily Hive photos capture the crowds, colour, emotion, and collective energy that defined Vancouver's 2026 FIFA World Cup experience.

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Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

After 5 unforgettable FIFA World Cup weeks, Downtown Vancouver's Granville Street Pedestrian Zone faces its next test through Sept 7. "What we don’t know is how the street can perform as a pedestrian zone in a typical summer environment." #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/gr...

After five unforgettable FIFA World Cup weeks, Granville Street faces its next test | Daily Hive | Urbanized

After weeks of celebrations during the FIFA World Cup, Downtown Vancouver's Granville Street Pedestrian Zone is entering its next phase.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

To accommodate Broadway Subway construction, the 2-block segment of West Broadway between Cambie and Alberta streets will be fully closed for 6 months starting Monday, July 20. A detour will be in place on 8th Avenue. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/br...

Six-month closure of Broadway at Cambie Street begins next week for subway work | Daily Hive | Urbanized

Starting on July 20, 2026, two blocks of West Broadway between Cambie and Alberta streets will be fully closed for subway construction.

Kenneth Chan @iamkennethchan.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Vancouver needs the courage to let neighbourhoods evolve. The Villages Plan does just that. The objection to it no longer appears to be about the specific form of growth (high-rise density vs. low-rise density), but about growth itself. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/va...

Opinion: Vancouver needs the courage to let more neighbourhoods evolve | Daily Hive | Urbanized

The anxiety with Vancouver's Villages Plan says more about the discomfort with change than it does about the proposal itself.