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Mayor Ken Sim

@kensimcity

Dad and Husband • Proud Vancouverite • Mayor of Vancouver #WeAre26

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The one year countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is on! Vancouver is ready to welcome the world once again and showcase the best of what our city has to offer. The 2026 World Cup is set to be the largest sporting event in history. As one of the host cities, Vancouver is

The one year countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is on!

Vancouver is ready to welcome the world once again and showcase the best of what our city has to offer.

The 2026 World Cup is set to be the largest sporting event in history. As one of the host cities, Vancouver is
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Today, the Province informed us of their intention to transition supportive housing out of the Granville Entertainment District and into safer, more dignified homes with proper wraparound supports. This is about two things: making sure the most vulnerable members of our

Today, the Province informed us of their intention to transition supportive housing out of the Granville Entertainment District and into safer, more dignified homes with proper wraparound supports.

This is about two things: making sure the most vulnerable members of our
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Today, I joined the Filipino community at Pinoy Festival 2025, the largest celebration of Filipino heritage in British Columbia! In a time marked by grief and healing, this festival is a powerful reminder of the strength, resilience, and unity of our community. Thank you to

Today, I joined the Filipino community at Pinoy Festival 2025, the largest celebration of Filipino heritage in British Columbia!
In a time marked by grief and healing, this festival is a powerful reminder of the strength, resilience, and unity of our community.

Thank you to
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It was an absolute honour to join the Seniors Intercultural Society of BC to celebrate the 127th Anniversary of Philippine Independence Day alongside the elders, leaders, and community members who have shaped Vancouver’s Filipino community. Today was not only a celebration of

It was an absolute honour to join the Seniors Intercultural Society of BC to celebrate the 127th Anniversary of Philippine Independence Day alongside the elders, leaders, and community members who have shaped Vancouver’s Filipino community.

Today was not only a celebration of
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☀️ Summer is officially here, and what better way to kick it off than with Car-Free Sundays in Gastown! Starting today, Water Street will be pedestrian-only every Sunday until the end of August, transforming one of Vancouver’s most iconic neighbourhoods into a vibrant hub of

☀️ Summer is officially here, and what better way to kick it off than with Car-Free Sundays in Gastown!

Starting today, Water Street will be pedestrian-only every Sunday until the end of August, transforming one of Vancouver’s most iconic neighbourhoods into a vibrant hub of
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A historic moment at Vancouver City Council. Today, Vancouver accepted the name gifted by xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band to rename Trutch Street to šxʷməθkʷəy̓əmasəm St./Musqueamview St. This will be the first time a Vancouver street has been given a name in a language other than English.

A historic moment at Vancouver City Council. Today, Vancouver accepted the name gifted by <a href="/musqueam/">xʷməθkʷəy̓əm | Musqueam Indian Band</a> to rename Trutch Street to šxʷməθkʷəy̓əmasəm St./Musqueamview St. 

This will be the first time a Vancouver street has been given a name in a language other than English.
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Information Bulletin: New residential street network at the north end of Granville Bridge is now open. Three new residential streets replace the former Granville Bridge north loops as part of the #GranvilleConnector project. Learn more: bit.ly/4n4RzlB

Information Bulletin: New residential street network at the north end of Granville Bridge is now open. Three new residential streets replace the former Granville Bridge north loops as part of the #GranvilleConnector project.

Learn more: bit.ly/4n4RzlB
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It was an evening at Public Hearing focused on approving 138 units of new housing in Mount Pleasant 🏘️ - just steps away from a new SkyTrain line 🚆 and bountiful community amenities under a rich tree canopy🌳🏫. Once again, it’s clear there’s only one true pro-housing party in

It was an evening at Public Hearing focused on approving 138 units of new housing in Mount Pleasant 🏘️ - just steps away from a new SkyTrain line 🚆 and bountiful community amenities under a rich tree canopy🌳🏫.

Once again, it’s clear there’s only one true pro-housing party in
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Today, Vancouver City Council passed a motion to direct city staff to prepare a set of operating budget scenarios for 2026 based on three different property tax increases: 2.5%, 1.5%, and 0%. In these uncertain economic times, it's crucial that we are doing everything we can to

Today, Vancouver City Council passed a motion to direct city staff to prepare a set of operating budget scenarios for 2026 based on three different property tax increases: 2.5%, 1.5%, and 0%.

In these uncertain economic times, it's crucial that we are doing everything we can to
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Today, we address a historic injustice and take another step forward on the path towards reconciliation. With the renaming of Trutch Street to šxʷməθkʷəy̓əmasəm Street (Musqueamview Street), we recognize and honour the Musqueam people and their longstanding connection to this

Today, we address a historic injustice and take another step forward on the path towards reconciliation.

With the renaming of Trutch Street to šxʷməθkʷəy̓əmasəm Street (Musqueamview Street), we recognize and honour the Musqueam people and their longstanding connection to this
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Today marked an exciting milestone in the construction of the Freedom Mobile Arch, the new amphitheatre at the PNE. The frame structure of the soon-to-be iconic roof has been constructed and over the coming months will be adorned with Canadian timber. We also saw the

Today marked an exciting milestone in the construction of the Freedom Mobile Arch, the new amphitheatre at the PNE.

The frame structure of the soon-to-be iconic roof has been constructed and over the coming months will be adorned with Canadian timber.

We also saw the
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Happy National Indigenous Peoples' Day! This morning, I was honoured to join members of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation for the blessing of a new house post commemorating their longstanding connection to this land. Vancouver is proud to be the City of Reconciliation, and pieces like

Happy National Indigenous Peoples' Day!

This morning, I was honoured to join members of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation for the blessing of a new house post commemorating their longstanding connection to this land.

Vancouver is proud to be the City of Reconciliation, and pieces like
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Had a fantastic time at Greek Day on Broadway this afternoon! West Broadway has long been the heart of Vancouver's Greek community and it's wonderful to continue seeing festivals celebrate the history and heritage of this neighbourhood!

Had a fantastic time at Greek Day on Broadway this afternoon!

West Broadway has long been the heart of Vancouver's Greek community and it's wonderful to continue seeing festivals celebrate the history and heritage of this neighbourhood!
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Today, we remember the 329 innocent lives lost, including 268 Canadians in the tragic bombing of Air India Flight 182, which took place 40 years ago. It remains the deadliest act of terrorism in Canadian history, and we must never forget the deep loss felt by families and

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This is fantastic news! Services like Lime and Mobi bike share will play an important role in the future of our city's transportation network; reducing congestion while making it easier for Vancouverites to get around. dailyhive.com/vancouver/lime…

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It was another busy set of public hearings this month. Vancouver City Council approved projects comprising 2450 residential dwellings, which includes approximately 288 Below Market Rental Units, 21 social housing homes, and 169 units seniors care.

It was another busy set of public hearings this month. Vancouver City Council approved projects comprising 2450 residential dwellings, which includes approximately 288 Below Market Rental Units, 21 social housing homes, and 169 units seniors care.
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This is absolutely awful to hear about. Violence, fear, and intimidation have no place in our democracy. Our thoughts are with Bowinn, her staff, and the people of North Vancouver impacted by this incident.

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Today, the City of Vancouver signed a historic MOU with Musqueam, Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh, and the Province of BC, committing to a collaborative partnership as we move towards the 2026 World Cup. As we prepare to welcome the world, we will proudly showcase and celebrate those

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Today, we get to celebrate the greatest country on earth! Whether you're with friends or family, I hope everyone is able to get out and enjoy the beautiful sunny day in Vancouver. Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦🇨🇦

Today, we get to celebrate the greatest country on earth! 

Whether you're with friends or family, I hope everyone is able to get out and enjoy the beautiful sunny day in Vancouver. Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦🇨🇦
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Our office has submitted a list of five new city-owned sites to the Provincial Government to replace the three inadequate facilities in the Granville Entertainment District. The sites submitted to the Province by the City are for five smaller scale facilities, each with 55-65

Our office has submitted a list of five new city-owned sites to the Provincial Government to replace the three inadequate facilities in the Granville Entertainment District.

The sites submitted to the Province by the City are for five smaller scale facilities, each with 55-65