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Carfree experiment crashing sales say Gastown businesses
Business owners in Vancouver’s Gastown, including the CEO of Old Spaghetti Factory, express disappointment over a pedestrian-only pilot project causing a significant drop in foot traffic and revenue. They are calling for the project to end early and allow cars back. Businesses report negative economic impact, with some laying off staff during peak season. Concerns raised about lack of parking affecting locals’ shopping.
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CTV News Vancouver
BC Ferries warns of multiplesailing waits between B.C. mainland, Vancouver Island
Travellers to Vancouver Island face long waits on BC Ferries over B.C. Day weekend. High demand led to full sailings from Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo, with limited vehicle space available. Tsawwassen to Nanaimo route also heavily booked. BC Ferries expects over 215,000 vehicles and 600,000 passengers. Passengers urged to check website for updates and consider walking on board to avoid delays.
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CTV News Vancouver
A bit of a gong show Former Vancouver mayor weighs in on integrity commissioner suspension
Vancouver’s former mayor criticizes successor and council for suspending integrity commissioner’s work for review. Mayor Stewart alarmed by decision, warns against removing ethics oversight. Motion based on commissioner’s recommendation. Mayor Sim’s office says most complaints against him were frivolous. Special council meeting called for code of conduct amendments. Stewart calls process a “gong show.” Councilor Montague denies secrecy or halting investigations.
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Pride Week kicks off in North Vancouver
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CTV News Vancouver
Vancouver politics Criticism of integrity commissioner suspension CTV News
Vancouver’s former mayor criticizes current council for suspending integrity commissioner’s work for review. Mayor Stewart alarmed, warns against removing ethics oversight. Council member cites commissioner’s unclear role as reason for review. Critics question transparency and timing of decision. Mayor Sim’s office says most complaints against him dismissed as frivolous. Special council meeting called for code of conduct amendments. Former mayor calls process a “gong show.”