The Arbutus Corridor: A Way Forward?

Recently there has been much discussion on our blog page regarding the future of the Arbutus Corridor. While resolving this ongoing conflict seems nearly impossible, there might be a solution.

Seven years ago, one of Vancouver’s most extensive and inclusive public consultation and design processes produced a report that recognized the railroad’s financial interest, the neighbourhoods’ recreational interests, the city’s transportation interests, and a potentially reasonable way to pay the costs without turning the Arbutus Lands into another downtown. That report has been forgotten by almost everyone. On September 4th, City Conversations is bringing it back for public discussion.

To explain the plan, City Conversations has invited Ken Cameron, a member of the distinguished Advisory Panel for the process and report, and Claudia Laroye, Executive Director, Marpole BIA. Other representatives of neighbourhood groups, the City of Vancouver, and CP Rail will also participate in the discussion. The presenters will briefly frame the topic, then it’s your turn to question, challenge, opine and be part of the conversation! Event is FREE and you’re welcome to bring your lunch.

For more information on this event, please visit the SFU Public Square City Conversations website.