Source: The Canadian Press, October 11, 2017 VANCOUVER — Two schools in Vancouver are being replaced so they will meet modern seismic standards, part of what Premier John Horgan says is a new provincewide focus on making schools safe in the event of earthquakes. Sir Matthew Begbie and Bayview elementary schools are slated to be replaced… Continue reading B.C. promises to earthquake-proof schools, two in Vancouver up for replacement
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Port of Vancouver’s proposed ban would outlaw kayaking in city harbour
Source: CTV News, October 9, 2017 Port authority seeks ban on recreational vessels To many, paddling a kayak around Vancouver’s Stanley Park is an ideal way to enjoy some breathtaking views of the city. But, under new rules proposed by the Vancouver Port Authority, such trips could soon be illegal. The Vancouver Port Authority wants to… Continue reading Port of Vancouver’s proposed ban would outlaw kayaking in city harbour
Vancouver is Canada's first 'city of millionaires' says study
By Mike Laaneia, CBC News, September 6, 2016 But slowdown in Metro Vancouver’s real estate market could put that millionaire status in jeopardy Rising real estate values have pushed the average net worth of Metro Vancouver households up over $1 million, making it Canada’s first “city of millionaires,” according to a study. The Environics Analytics study… Continue reading Vancouver is Canada's first 'city of millionaires' says study
Empty home tax coming to Vancouver
By CBC News, June 22, 2016 “Vancouver housing is first and foremost for homes, not a commodity to make money with.” Mayor Gregor Robertson has announced Vancouver will move forward on taxing empty homes as the affordability crisis grows larger and rental vacancy rates shrink to unprecedented lows. “Vancouver housing is first and foremost for homes,… Continue reading Empty home tax coming to Vancouver
Mexican flag hoisted atop Trump tower in Vancouver
Source: CTV News, April 4, 2016 A construction worker climbed to the roof of the Trump International Hotel and Tower in Vancouver to fly the Mexican flag, and send a message to U.S. presidential hopeful Donald Trump. In a video of the stunt, which took place on Saturday, Diego Saul Reyna says it is Mexican… Continue reading Mexican flag hoisted atop Trump tower in Vancouver