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West End residents organize against Barclay Street hotel proposal

Oct 16, 2025

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11 min read

West End residents organize against Barclay Street hotel proposal

Nearby residents are concerned about noise and the size of the new tower, which is enabled by a recent city council initiative to create more hotel rooms.

Nate Lewis
Jake McGrail
Nate Lewis, Jake McGrail

West End

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West End tower proposal offers insights into the city’s shifting pattern of development

Sep 3, 2025

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4 min read

West End tower proposal offers insights into the city’s shifting pattern of development

A new development in the West End could signal chagnes ahead for development

Jake McGrail
Jake McGrail

West End

+3

New court case filed against controversial Vancouver Aquatic Centre renewal

Aug 22, 2025

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7 min read

New court case filed against controversial Vancouver Aquatic Centre renewal

A newly-formed non-profit society is challenging the city and park board's process in deciding to build a half-sized pool to replace the existing facility.

Nate Lewis
Nate Lewis

Housing

+2

West End apartment building still empty seven years after a fire

Aug 6, 2025

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4 min read

West End apartment building still empty seven years after a fire

Readers had general praise for cycling routes and infrastructure, mixed reviews on e-bikes, and concerns over sidewalk riding and a lack of investment in certain neighbourhoods.

Jake McGrail
Jake McGrail

West End

+4

Vancouver neighbourhood streets set to become much safer

Jul 7, 2025

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3 min read

Vancouver neighbourhood streets set to become much safer

Council will vote this Wednesday on whether to reduce neighbourhood speed limits to 30 km/h

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe

West End

+2

A melting pot of Yunnan cuisine at Flower and Horse in Spring

Jul 30, 2024

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5 min read

A melting pot of Yunnan cuisine at Flower and Horse in Spring

This restaurant showcases some of the dishes from this southern Chinese region

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe

West End

+3

Authentic Szechuan flavours in the heart of Vancouver at Ban Bu Xian
LockSimple

Apr 27, 2024

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2 min read

Authentic Szechuan flavours in the heart of Vancouver at Ban Bu Xian

Straight from Richmond, be prepared for spice

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe

Grocery Store

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Japanese treats and eats at Konbiniya Japan Centre

Apr 16, 2024

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2 min read

Japanese treats and eats at Konbiniya Japan Centre

With two locations, Konbiniya Japan Centre has you covered for all your Japanese treats

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe

West End

+2

Review: Creative pastries on display Unni Pastries

Apr 9, 2024

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5 min read

Review: Creative pastries on display Unni Pastries

This West End bakery serves up brioche donuts that match any of the best in the city

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe

West End

+3

Review: Indonesian and Japanese cuisines collide at Jungle Room

Mar 12, 2024

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10 min read

Review: Indonesian and Japanese cuisines collide at Jungle Room

With unique dishes and a memorable interiour the Jungle Room sets itself apart in Vancouver

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe

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