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Originally Posted by trofirhen
That's called "Vancouverism,"  and although I might agree with you, it has led to a new, globally recognized trend in urban development.
(nevertheless, I sure wish we had a "punchier" downtown. Montreal is the kind of downtown I would aspire to) |
"Vancouverism"= a word used almost exclusively by people residing in Vancouver (and quite possibly a select few in Portland, Oregon).
Secondly, the trend in urban development is people living in downtown cores
but not at the expense of defined business or entertainment districts. There is a difference between the two. The recent controversy regarding the sign at BC Place is but one example of the consequences of such planning.
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