Vancouver eyes a new aquatic centre design with a 25-meter pool while tech fixes correct park mislabelling on maps. Both projects spark local conversation and planning moves.
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Vancouver, City, News, British Columbia, Canada
Week of Feb 24 – Mar 2, 2025
From aquatic dreams to seismic twists, Vancouver pulses with change.
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This week, Vancouver embraced new design plans for an aquatic centre and corrected mapping glitches. A minor earthquake rattled the region as self-screening tests, trade talks, and debates over World Cup security stirred local engagement amid seasonal challenges and vibrant urban adventures.
A minor earthquake rattled off the B.C. coast, with tremors felt from the Sunshine Coast to Vancouver Island. City officials also confirmed that no mayoral investigation is underway.
halifax.citynews.ca · montreal.citynews.ca · thebreaker.newsVancouver debuts self-screening health tests as a recent tremor underscores seismic risks, while provincial leaders explore trade partnerships amid federal gridlock.
toronto.citynews.ca · www.ctvnews.ca · vancouver.citynews.caVictoria’s housing market stands out as one of Canada’s priciest, with rising real estate challenges sparking affordability concerns in this warm, coastal city.
www.zoocasa.comSouthwestern British Columbia braces for an intense pollen season as allergy risks rise, while Vancouver reviews mounting security costs for the upcoming World Cup, prompting public debate.
vancouver.citynews.ca · thebreaker.newsVancouver draws visitors with guides spotlighting vibrant local attractions and nearby skiing adventures, showcasing both urban energy and natural beauty.
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