Vancouver Connects

Honoring Pride Month

Pride Month is a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community in Vancouver. It’s also a reminder that everyone should feel welcome, safe, and respected in our city. Belonging does not happen on its own. It grows when we work together, remove barriers, and design our services and spaces so that everyone can take part.

Vancouver adopts updated Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code

Vancouver is expected to grow by about 81,000 people by 2045.

On Monday, City Council adopted an updated comprehensive plan and zoning code to help guide that growth. The plan and code support:

• More housing choices, affordability
• More jobs and economic opportunities
• Connected, walkable neighborhoods
• Protection of natural areas and the qualities that make Vancouver special

Changes will happen slowly over time, not all at once, as property owners bring forward projects in the years ahead and the City implements policies. 

Main Street Promise construction end in sight

Construction has started on the final block of Main Street, with major work currently in progress on three blocks: 

• Main Street from Eighth Street to Ninth Street: The block will be closed through July.

  Main Street and Ninth Street intersection: Closed through late July.

  Main Street from Ninth Street to Evergreen Boulevard: Closed through August.

   

• Evergreen Boulevard intersection: Closed through late July.

Main Street is still open, walkable, and full of local business favorites.  We promise you won't have to walk further than your typical visit to a big box store. Plan your trip to Main Street. 

Your city, your flag!

Show your Vancouver pride by flying the City’s new flag. Designed through a community-led process, the flag reflects our connection to the Columbia River, natural environment, and iconic landmarks while symbolizing unity and progress.

Download the flag artwork and create your own – it’s yours! Or purchase flags and merchandise through Pop Local or Elmer’s Flag Shop.

Share your vision for Vancouver's climate future

It’s time to update Vancouver’s Climate Action Framework. Since its adoption in 2021, we’ve expanded electric vehicle charging, improved energy efficiency in City facilities, and advanced efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Now we’re looking ahead to address emerging challenges, new technologies, and community priorities. Share your ideas for Vancouver’s climate future and join us June 22 for a City Council Community Forum focused on climate action.