Business in Vancouver
Is transitoriented development a B.C. policy disaster
Greater Vancouver’s three major cities have varied responses to provincial Transit-Oriented Development Area legislation, leading to a patchwork of regulations. Vancouver is ahead with detailed rezoning policies, while Burnaby has made no progress and imposed high development fees. Surrey has designated properties but lacks specific guidelines. Municipalities are facing uncertainty and delays in implementing new housing supply measures.
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CTV News Vancouver
1stdegree murder charge laid in South Vancouver shooting
Rylee Shipley, 27, arrested in Alberta for fatal South Vancouver shooting last month. Charged with first-degree murder, attempted murder, and aggravated assault. Incident on July 26 left one dead and one injured. Police believe shooting was targeted. Calgary Police and Alberta RCMP assisted in arrest. Witnesses urged to contact VPD Homicide Unit.
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CTV News Vancouver
Vancouver events Light Up Chinatown, Granville Block Party
The PNE Fair is ongoing, but Vancouver offers various events this weekend. Highlights include the Granville Block Party, Light Up Chinatown festival, Turtle Island Music Festival, West Coast Comic Con, Afro-Caribbean Cultural Summerfest in Surrey, Summer Bhangra Jam in Surrey, and Richmond Maritime Festival in Steveston. Visit respective websites for details.
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Global News Toronto
Vancouver murder suspect arrested in Alberta, charges laid
A Langley man is charged in a Vancouver shooting that killed one and injured another in July. Hitkaran Johal died at the scene, with a suspect arrested in Alberta. Rylee Shipley faces charges of first-degree murder, attempted murder, and aggravated assault. Johal had a criminal history, and the incident involved gunfire and a vehicle crash. Contact Vancouver police with information at 604-717-2500.
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CityNews Vancouver
Dunbar crane removal on 41st Ave. to take weeks City of Van
The City of Vancouver says it will take at least two more weeks to remove a fallen crane in the Dunbar area. The crane collapsed during a fire, causing power outages and road closures. The city is working on a safe removal plan due to the crane’s structural complexity. Cleanup responsibility lies with the site owner. Evacuees have been allowed to return home.
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CTV News Vancouver
Owners of Vancouver apartment building that burned three times appear in court
The owner of a Mount Pleasant apartment building, site of three fires, faces court for failing to secure the building. Ren and Yan deny receiving orders to secure the property. City ordered building demolished, billing owners. No injuries reported in fires. Former tenants displaced, unable to return. Ren faces litany of fire violations. Case adjourned for Yan’s testimony.
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CTV News Vancouver
Credit union attempting foreclosure on fireravaged Vancouver property
Vancity files foreclosure against owners of fire-prone building in Vancouver. Owners face court for non-compliance with orders. Credit union claims $1.6 million owed. Owners failed to maintain insurance and remediate after fires. City demolished building and will bill owners. Ren drove over firehose during third fire.
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Global News Toronto
Light Up Chinatown returns to Vancouver 1 year after triple stabbing
Organizers of Light Up Chinatown! festival are determined to continue after last year’s tragedy. Despite a stabbing incident, they emphasize resilience and community support. The suspect, released from a psychiatric hospital, faces charges. The community and officials are working to enhance safety measures. The festival aims to bring people back to Chinatown post-pandemic.
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Oak Street lane closures, expect delays and use alternate routes
The City of Vancouver is upgrading sewers along Oak Street from 2023 to 2025. Lane reductions from 64th to 70th Avenue from Aug 22-27, 2024, with ongoing restrictions until spring 2025. Delays expected, alternate routes advised. Consider Canada Line or extra time for airport travel. For more info, visit City of Vancouver’s website.
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Rugby Canada
MATCH DAY ROSTER NAMED FOR CANADA’S MEN’S RUGBY TEAM VERSUS JAPAN IN VANCOUVER
Canada’s Men’s Rugby Team’s match day roster for the Pacific Nations Cup opener against Japan in Vancouver has been announced by Head Coach Kingsley Jones. The match on August 25 at BC Place will feature new players like Kaden Duguid and Calixto Martinez, alongside returning players Izzak Kelly and Matthew Oworu. The team is eager for the challenge and excited to play on home soil.