[ssiguy]

The problem is that there will not be any unique businesses because the developers don't want them. Remember these are developments built by and for developers and they are only interested in the profit motive. There won't be any businesses in that you won't find in any suburban area in the country.

Don't get me wrong. These are transit friendly and it is encouraging to see more of them make efforts at being more than just towers at a mall with things like open and civic plazas, community services, and more entertainment options. It is also far superior to having buildings scattered all over the damn place.

Unlike the new Port Moody proposal that think is very promising, however, the main attraction and centre is still just another mall.