CityNews Vancouver
More debris lands on streets and shops below Granville Bridge
Debris falling from Granville Bridge onto Granville Island businesses has been an ongoing issue for years. The City of Vancouver reported debris found on July 9, impacting businesses and posing safety risks. General manager David R. McCann expressed frustration over the lack of action, citing instances of steel and concrete falling. The city previously sued contractors over bridge work deficiencies.
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Global News Toronto
Vancouver finds cash to keep Downtown Eastside toilets, street cleaning going to yearend
Vancouver secures funding to continue programs cleaning Downtown Eastside streets of human waste until end of year. Project Hope and public toilets were at risk due to grant funding expiration. Overdose Prevention Society to keep washrooms open with community partner. City exploring new washroom models. Mission Possible’s Project Hope to continue with temporary funding, seeking long-term options.
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Global News Okanagan
2 Vancouver parks picked as World Cup training sites to get field upgrades
Vancouver to upgrade two playing fields for 2026 FIFA World Cup, including lights and team facilities. Work to begin in January 2025, completed before June 2026. Fields at Killarney Park and Memorial South Park to be used as official training grounds. Public access closed during upgrades, cost to be shared by city and provincial government. Teams for BC Place games to be confirmed by FIFA next year.
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CityNews Vancouver
Vancouver aquarium rehabilitating 2 otter orphans
Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society welcomes two rescued baby sea otters, Luna and Tofino. Luna, a tiny female otter found near Tofino, is being cared for around the clock after being abandoned by her mother. The society is facing challenges caring for both otters simultaneously but remains dedicated to giving them a second chance at life. Donations and symbolic adoptions are encouraged to support their care.
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Times Colonist
Harbour Air ends VancouverButchart scheduled summer service
Harbour Air suspends Vancouver-Butchart Gardens and Vancouver-Patricia Bay flights for summer due to low demand. Private charters to Butchart Gardens continue. Plans to resume Vancouver-Patricia Bay service on Sept. 16. Company to showcase electric eBeaver aircraft at Oshkosh air show. Harbour Air signs deal with magniX for 50 electric motors to convert fleet. Aims for commercial certification of electric aircraft by 2026.