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 This is a posting from the wonderful ILiveInEastVan site. Please visit them for all the goings on in East Vancouver. I am one of those cynical types who harbors deep skepticism towards politicians. I have never voted for a major political party’s candidate and often vote Communist or Marxist-Leninist as

by Jodi Lastman | Sep 4, 2018   The topic may, at first blush, seem unimportant. But, make no mistake about it, public toilets are a major public health issue. In an excellent article, The Globe & Mail’s Andre Picard commented that: “In Canada, we behave as if urination, defecation and menstruation are

Today I woke up to exciting news on an issue that all Greens, especially myself, have been concerned about for quite some time; the Federal Court of Appeals has quashed the government’s approval to build the Trans Mountain expansion! I have seen first hand the damage an oil spill can

The Park Board resolutions concerning the ‘colonial audit‘ have inspired a lot of discussion, as has my notice of motion on the recognition of traditional place names within the jurisdiction of the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation. None more so than the concept of re-naming some parks. This editorial

At the 23 July 2018 meeting the Park Board I put forward the following Notice of Motion. This will be brought forward for debate (Read more…) the next meeting on 23 September 2018. NOTICE of MOTION Recognition of Traditional Place Names within the Jurisdiction of the Vancouver Board of Parks

Board also looking to formally apologize to Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations Jessica Kerr Vancouver Courier  July 24, 2018   Vancouver Park Board is looking to formally apologize to Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations for “core acts of colonialism” including dispossession and theft of ancestral lands in traditional

Tunes will no longer be played in gyms or during public swims CBC News · Posted: Jul 26, 2018 The Vancouver Park Board announced Thursday that its fitness centres and indoor pools will no longer play music as of Aug. 1. Donnie Rosa, director of recreation with the Vancouver Park Board,

July 25 2018  “We continue to look for ways to help people stay cool during this spell of heat and we hope that people will take advantage of the extended operating hours at pools and water parks,” said Park Board Chair Stuart Mackinnon   The Vancouver Park Board is offering

News Release Vancouver Park Board July 24, 2018   The Vancouver Park Board has approved an unprecedented audit outlining its own colonial history and actions and will seek an opportunity to formally apologize to the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations for “core acts of colonialism”. These actions include dispossession

By Michelle Morton Reporter/News Anchor  CKNW  July 20, 2018 3:30 am  A new capital plan for the next three years has been approved by the Vancouver Park Board. Board Chair Stuart Mackinnon said it was a unanimous vote to invest more than $399 million for parks, open space, recreational facilities

By Melanie Green StarMetro Vancouver Thu., July 19, 2018   VANCOUVER—Vancouver has exceeded its local food target two years earlier than expected. The city created more than 5,000 food projects, which include community gardens, kitchens, composting facilities, farmers markets, community orchards and urban farms as part of the Greenest City

I am proud to receive the endorsement of the Vancouver & District Labour Council (VDLC) for my re-election to the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation. The VDLC also endorsed my running mates Dave Demers and Camil Dumont. Along with the 3 Vancouver Greens, the VDLC also endorsed Gwen Geisbrecht

  July 10 2018  “This new park will be a tremendous addition to our network of outstanding public parks with access for all. There will be something for everyone, from public spaces and a water park, to a woodland and a meadow,” said Park Board Chair Stuart Mackinnon. The Vancouver

July 10 2018 “The Park Board was very fortunate to acquire this rare plant a few years ago,” said Vancouver Park Board Chair Stuart Mackinnon. “Any day now residents and visitors will have a chance to witness one of nature’s strangest displays.”    A rare, exotic tropical plant known for its

June 28 2018  “As we open this modern and vibrant facility, we are making good on our commitment to provide the seniors in southeast Vancouver with a place to socialize, exercise, relax, share meals together, and have access to a broad range of programs so that they can lead fulfilling

June 21 2018  “We are absolutely thrilled to partner with the VSO to bring symphonic music to the Vancouver public in this first-ever Symphony At Sunset,” said Park Board Chair Stuart Mackinnon.   Vancouver Park Board and Vancouver Symphony Orchestra present first-ever “Symphony At Sunset,” a free, open-air concert July

Commissioners will continue with long-term strategy of looking at future of all parks Justin McElroy · CBC News ·    Vancouver’s park board has decided a separate review of its oldest golf course is out of bounds. Commissioners voted to continue with the current path of examining Langara Golf Course through a review of

This article appeared on-line before the Park Board meeting. Commissioners voted to improve the drainage on the entire course and to continue with the VanPlay strategy which includes golf. Commissioners will either choose an independent review or continue with long-term strategy  Justin McElroy · CBC News · Posted: Jun 18,

The Vancouver Greens will nominate their slate of candidates on Wednesday June 27 at the Heritage Hall (information here). At that meeting the membership will also vote on whether to support the Vancouver and District Council (VDLC) proposal on electoral accommodation with the other progressive forces in Vancouver. The proposal

City of Vancouver Information bulletin June 6, 2018     Vancouver City Council has voted today to list mayoral, councillor, and Park Board commissioner candidates in random order instead of alphabetical order on Vancouver’s municipal election ballots.   The update to the election by-law was requested by Council to create