Category Archives: Transit

Hurried “chainsaw massacre” of our city’s zoning

Posted on July 6, 2018 by Tim Louis

I don’t normally read the Vancouver Sun — it’s much too conservative for me. However, I was recently made aware of a great guest editorial by Elizabeth Murphy, a respected urbanist and former member of Vancouver’s planning department. Her op … Continue reading →

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Faster than driving & having more fun — on a bike!

Posted on May 24, 2018 by Tim Louis

On CBC Radio this morning, I was listening to an interesting piece about the annual Rush Hour Challenge put on by HUB Cycling to see which mode of transportation is the most time-efficient to get a commuter to downtown Vancouver. … Continue reading →

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Thanks for the memories!

Posted on February 26, 2018 by Tim Louis

Last Thursday, February 15, COPE held a tribute for me as I step away from the front line of civic politics and COPE’s executive after more than 30 years. It was a night I will never forget. I want to … Continue reading →

Posted in COPE, events, HandyDART, Harry Rankin, Labour, Vancouver | Tagged | 1 Comment