General Vancouver Updates - Page 52

rather_draconian · #**1021** Posted **Mar 16, 2009, 7:27 PM**

I actually don't hate these towers...gives a bit of architectural variety to Vancouver. I think there's a charm to concrete! (sometimes)

hrhsheba · #**1022** Posted **Mar 16, 2009, 9:38 PM**

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Originally Posted by Metro-One

And there goes one of the best atmospheres downtown, i love that area of the city, the only thing i would change there is adding more density that is not tailored for the rich and a streetcar/tram down Denmen.

I agree. As a Westender, I appreciate the fact that, but for the loss of Miriams, this little corner has remained relatively unchanged since it was built. Of course, the vibe may change once the Coast converts to condos (as far as I know, that's still a go for 2011). If Denman were a tad wider, a streetcar would be great, I'd like to see them lose the bridge access at the North end though - that would minimize the WE drive-through between 4-630 every night.

SpongeG · #**1023** Posted **Mar 16, 2009, 9:54 PM**

i thought the coast was becoming rentals?

jlousa · #**1024** Posted **Mar 17, 2009, 1:55 AM**

These discussion should be in the downtown thread and not the general thread which is for items in Vancouver but not downtown.

Just to wrap up, the Coast hotel will change to rentals, not condos. Also those buildings are in no danger of being knocked down, you don't spend that kind of money to knock something down. Not to mention they are non-complaint with current zoning, so if you knocked them down you would not be able to rebuild them at those densities. There is also the little problem that you would have to replace the rental units 1 for 1. So you might was well learn to love them, they'll be with us for a few more decades.

Locked In · #**1025** Posted **Mar 17, 2009, 1:29 PM**

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Big housing announcement tomorrow
March 16th, 2009

The premier’s office is sending out the word that he will be announcing big bucks tomorrow. That will likely include at least the first of the city’s 14 new social-housing sites, which Housing Minister Rich Coleman told me would be under way by April 1. Let the stimulating begin.

VANCOUVER - Premier Gordon Campbell will announce infrastructure funding which will create thousands of new jobs across the province. As part of that funding, Premier Campbell will announce details of housing projects set to begin construction in Vancouver.

Source: francesbula.com

jlousa · #**1026** Posted **Mar 21, 2009, 2:32 AM**

Had alot of fun with this new toy today at work. It was a slow day.

interestingly google isn't offering it yet, but the data is from them, not sure how Canpages is getting away with it, as you can clearly see people on the streets and I beleive that is the issue that was preventing google from releasing it. Oh well enjoy it now incase we lose it.

http://www.canpages.ca/business/BC/vanco...ity-village-and-township/961-383600.html

Click on street view and walk around the city, not all roads have it only the ones with the blue dots.

Metro-One · #**1027** Posted **Mar 21, 2009, 2:34 AM**

Sweet, nice find! Thanks for sharing

jlousa · #**1028** Posted **Mar 21, 2009, 3:30 AM**

The plans for 2080 W Broadway have been released to the public, I think most of you will be surprised by the size of it. There's going to be a lot of people complaining about this one.

Smooth · #**1029** Posted **Mar 21, 2009, 4:55 AM**

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Originally Posted by jlousa

interestingly google isn't offering it yet, but the data is from them, not sure how Canpages is getting away with it, as you can clearly see people on the streets and I beleive that is the issue that was preventing google from releasing it.

If you zoom in on people's faces you'll notice that they've been blurred out. That's probably why they're allowed to have the images up. That would be a tedious job for someone to do.

Thanks for pointing the site out to us!

zivan56 · #**1030** Posted **Mar 21, 2009, 5:14 AM**

Why is it an issue to show peoples faces? Taking photos of people is in no way illegal even without their consent. But, whatever, it's just more work for them...

agrant · #**1031** Posted **Mar 21, 2009, 7:05 AM**

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Originally Posted by jlousa

The plans for 2080 W Broadway have been released to the public, I think most of you will be surprised by the size of it. There's going to be a lot of people complaining about this one.

Not sure where the IGA shoppers will end up parking now. If you're having trouble with the pdfs you might want to save them first onto your computer before opening. Anyways enjoy

Thanks for this! I'll have a read when I'm more awake. I can't imagine the IGA would be able to stay open if people can't park - they'll just go elsewhere. Same goes for the liquor store.

hollywoodnorth · #**1032** Posted **Mar 21, 2009, 7:31 AM**

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Originally Posted by jlousa

Had alot of fun with this new toy today at work. It was a slow day.

interestingly google isn't offering it yet, but the data is from them, not sure how Canpages is getting away with it, as you can clearly see people on the streets and I beleive that is the issue that was preventing google from releasing it. Oh well enjoy it now incase we lose it.

http://www.canpages.ca/business/BC/vanco...ity-village-and-township/961-383600.html

Click on street view and walk around the city, not all roads have it only the ones with the blue dots.

wow good score

SpongeG · #**1033** Posted **Mar 21, 2009, 9:35 AM**

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Originally Posted by agrant

Thanks for this! I'll have a read when I'm more awake. I can't imagine the IGA would be able to stay open if people can't park - they'll just go elsewhere. Same goes for the liquor store.

people invancouver not willing to walk? preferring cars?

is that for real?

lol

i guess they will have to venture two blocks wet to park under the other IGA in their precious BMWs

agrant · #**1034** Posted **Mar 21, 2009, 4:12 PM**

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Originally Posted by SpongeG

people invancouver not willing to walk? preferring cars?

is that for real?

lol

i guess they will have to venture two blocks wet to park under the other IGA in their precious BMWs

Actually, the people that have BMWs go to the Capers or Safeway on 4th. The Arbutus IGA seems to serve a 'poorer' clientele, at least that's what it looks like. The IGA that's on Vine is the one I walk to all the time. It's way to small though...

Locked In · #**1035** Posted **Mar 21, 2009, 6:58 PM**

Great find jlousa. Anyone know if google has plans to include Streetview in Google Maps for Vancouver anytime soon?

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Originally Posted by zivan56

Why is it an issue to show peoples faces? Taking photos of people is in no way illegal even without their consent. But, whatever, it's just more work for them...

From what I gather, detailed images that make it possible to recognize individuals may be considered personal information under PIPEDA. With some exceptions (that probably aren't applicable here), organizations can't collect, use, and disclose personal information without consent.
(http://www.privcom.gc.ca/legislation/02_06_01_01_e.asp)

Locked In · #**1036** Posted **Mar 22, 2009, 3:50 AM**

I noticed this article on the Sun's website today - does anyone know where/what this research facility is? Is it under construction now, or something new?

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West Vancouver man helps fund $41.5m research facility

Vancouver Sun - March 21, 2009 6:01 PM

A West Vancouver businessman has made one of the largest donations in Vancouver General Hospital's history, allowing it to build a seven-storey research facility. Robert Ho, a Buddhist philanthropist and former journalist, has donated $15 million to the VGH and University of B.C. Hospital Foundation. His gift -- plus contributions from the provincial and federal governments -- will cover construction costs of about $41.5 million. The building will carry Ho's name and will house three research programs. It is expected to be completed in 2011.
© Copyright (c) The Vancouver Sun

Source: Vancouver Sun

Pinion · #**1037** Posted **Mar 22, 2009, 4:53 AM**

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Originally Posted by jlousa

Had alot of fun with this new toy today at work. It was a slow day.

interestingly google isn't offering it yet, but the data is from them, not sure how Canpages is getting away with it, as you can clearly see people on the streets and I beleive that is the issue that was preventing google from releasing it. Oh well enjoy it now incase we lose it.

http://www.canpages.ca/business/BC/vanco...ity-village-and-township/961-383600.html

Click on street view and walk around the city, not all roads have it only the ones with the blue dots.

I've been waiting to see this for ages and they don't even do the North Shore at all? Better be a work in progress.

Thanks for the link though.

SFUVancouver · #**1038** Posted **Mar 22, 2009, 5:23 AM**

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Originally Posted by Locked In

I noticed this article on the Sun's website today - does anyone know where/what this research facility is? Is it under construction now, or something new?

Source: Vancouver Sun

This will be a hip/joint research lab and I think it will have an operating room designed specifically for this type of surgery. The design of the building is fantastic, though I don't have any renders. It will be built at 10th and Laurel.

Vancity · #**1039** Posted **Mar 22, 2009, 7:04 AM**

thanks for the news ^^

jlousa · #**1040** Posted **Mar 22, 2009, 5:04 PM**

I beleive I posted the site plans a few months ago, someone can search for them they should be on here somewhere. It is an interesting design, the stairwells were pretty interesting.