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ICYMI - It’s official! Mayor Ken Sim is running for re-election, building on results in public safety, affordability, and core services, and delivering Vancouver’s lowest violent crime rate in 23 years. “We've made real progress, but there's still more work to do. That's why I'm running for re-election as your mayor. I never ran to protect the status quo. I ran to fight for Vancouver. We've started building a better city, and the best is yet to come.” Learn more and get involved at abcvancouver.ca. @KenSimCity #BCPoli #VanPoli

We have heard concerns from the South Asian community with regards to the increase in extortion cases around the region, and in response, the City of Vancouver is changing policies. See below for more details 👇

Today, I was excited to join @AnneKangBurnaby and announce free live match viewings at the new PNE Amphitheatre as a part of the FIFA Fan Festival Vancouver! There will be 2600 free tickets for each match available on a first-come, first-served basis. This is about more than just soccer, it’s about our city’s incredible energy and providing a fun, safe, and accessible FIFA World Cup experience for all! dailyhive.com/vancouver/vanc…

Free live match viewing confirmed at Vancouver's FIFA World Cup Fan Festival, with support from both municipal and provincial governments. 2,600 people per match will be able to enter the amphitheatre for free on a first-come, first-served basis. dailyhive.com/vancouver/vanc…

Grateful for the opportunity to celebrate Lunar New Year with communities across Vancouver. Thank you to everyone who has welcomed us to festivals, gatherings, and celebrations throughout the city. These traditions bring people together and reflect the vibrant cultures that make our city such a special place to call home. Wishing everyone a wonderful Year of the Horse ahead! Gong hei fat choi!

Vancouver renters to gain valuable supports after $500K in City funding dailyhive.com/vancouver/vanc…

Congrats to Commissioner @JaspreetVirdi19 for getting this great idea into Vancouver Parks. New sports equipment lockers roll out across Vancouver vancouver.ca/news-calendar/…

Yesterday, I signed an Agreement in Principle with Minister @christineeboyle to replace the Luugat Hotel, St. Helen's Hotel, and Granville Villa in the Granville Entertainment District with new housing located outside the area. For months, we have been calling for a clear plan to transition residents out of these aging buildings and into better, purpose-built housing with the supports they need. This agreement is an important step forward, helping residents move into higher-quality housing outside the Granville Entertainment District while allowing Granville Street to move forward as a safe and vibrant entertainment corridor. This is real progress for Granville Street, for local businesses, and for workers.

Last week, the Provincial Government approved the VPD's new training academy. We know this is going to be a significant step forward for public safety in our city. Having the Woodward's complex in Gastown as the home of this new academy will help bring daily activity to the surrounding community while supporting the next generation of VPD officers. Check out my new video to learn more 👇🏻

Happy International Women’s Day, Vancouver. Today and every day, we honour the impact of incredible women — including ABC Councillors Sarah Kirby-Yung and Lisa Dominato, Park Board Commissioners Angela Haer and Marie-Claire Howard, and Trustee Preeti Faridkot. Thank you for your leadership.

The Province has approved the new VPD training academy at Woodward's! This news delivers what we've been promising to Vancouver: a safer city for both residents and businesses. Locating this academy at Woodward's will help bring consistent activity and a daily presence to the heart of our city as we work towards our long-term goal of Gastown renewal. This new academy was made possible with funding from a motion introduced by Councillor Brian Montague. The academy will increase the VPD's training capacity and will help improve operational flexibility. We're incredibly excited to see this academy become a cornerstone of preparing the next generation of police officers in Vancouver.

Big step forward for public safety in Vancouver. The Province has approved a new VPD training academy at Woodward’s — helping train the next generation of officers and strengthening safety in Gastown. Quick update from the site 🎥 @kensimcity @vancouverpd @brianvmontague @NinaKriegerBC @terryyungyvr

Today, I spoke with the Jas Johal Show on CKNW about our plan to transform Granville Street between Davie and Georgia into a vibrant pedestrian zone this summer.
 For five weeks during the FIFA World Cup, this five-block stretch in the heart of Vancouver’s entertainment district will be dedicated to people. Granville Street will feature expanded patios, additional public seating, interactive art installations, and a mix of food and merchandise vendors—creating a lively gathering place for both residents and visitors to celebrate sports and soccer in our city.   Programming will be coordinated by the Downtown Vancouver BIA, with additional financial support from the City pending approval of a motion that I am co-sponsoring at council next week. The City will also provide enhanced sanitation and public safety services to support the initiative.   Beyond celebrating the World Cup, this pilot is an opportunity to test what a pedestrian-first, revitalized Granville Streetcould look like long-term—right in the heart of downtown, surrounded by restaurants, music venues, entertainment, nightlife, hotels and more.   I’m looking forward to seeing Granville come alive this summer and hearing your feedback as we explore the future of this iconic street. ⚽️ 🏙️ @downtownvan @FWC26Vancouver

The City of Vancouver will convert part of Granville Street in the city’s downtown core to a pedestrian zone during this summer’s FIFA World Cup. vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/03/04/van…

Mayor Sim announces that during the 2026 World Cup, Granville St. between Davie and Georgia will be turned into a pedestrian zone. That means more open patios, fun for all ages, and an opportunity for everyone to enjoy the atmosphere of the games.

Granville Island to host free FIFA World Cup live match viewing zone ⚽️ dailyhive.com/vancouver/gran…

Big things are coming to Granville Street this summer! In partnership with @downtownvan BIA, we're incredibly excited to announce the Granville Street Pedestrian Zone! Between June 11th and July 20th, coinciding with the FIFA World Cup 2026, five blocks of Granville Street (between Georgia and Davie) will be converted into a fun, free, and family-friendly space, showcasing the best of what Vancouver has to offer as we welcome visitors from around the world. The Granville Street Pedestrian Zone will be an excellent opportunity to dine, shop, listen to live music, and connect with soccer fans from around the world. We look forward to seeing everyone this summer!

Vancouver City Council is looking to increase the maintenance budget for sidewalks & roads by 3x from $34 million to $104 million over the next four years. For just sidewalks, there's a $500+ million repair cost & a 400-year-long backlog. #vanpoli #vanre dailyhive.com/vancouver/vanc…

‘Not sexy, but fundamental:’ Vancouver council boosts budget for roads, sidewalks by $70M dlvr.it/TR88MS

Mayor Ken Sim and ABC took office with a clear mandate: restore safety in the DTES. We decamped East Hastings, invested in frontline public safety and mental health services, and revitalized Chinatown and Gastown. Today, shoppers are back, streets and public spaces are safer, and violent crime is at its lowest in 23 years. We’ve made real progress — but we can’t go backwards. Public safety is the foundation of a city that works. #vanpoli