False Creek South neighbourhood (looking north)
False Creek South neighbourhood (looking north)

False Creek South

We want to build a legacy for future generations on these lands by updating the original vision for the neighbourhood, reflecting and embracing Vancouver’s 21st century priorities.

Background

We hold the title to 80 acres of land here that we steward on behalf of Vancouver residents and which are situated on the unceded traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.

When the neighbourhood was built in the 1970s and 1980s, much of the City land was leased to tenants via 60-year ground leases, with most of the leases expiring in the next 15 to 25 years. No new housing has been built in False Creek South since the 1980s.

The False Creek South neighbourhood is located between the Cambie and Burrard Street bridges on the south shore of False Creek, excluding Granville Island and Senakw. 

It is a unique waterfront community that was regarded as a model of progressive urban planning in the 1970s, when we transformed industrial land into a neighbourhood known for its abundance of open space and intentional design.

What's happeningBorehole drilling work starts July 28, 2025

In March 2024, Council directed staff to report back (109 KB) with an updated and enhanced False Creek South development framework that addresses current housing pressures, reflects citywide and community input, and considers key factors outlined in the Council resolution.

To support this, we are conducting conducting technical investigations in the False Creek South neighbourhood. These are routine studies to help us understand the condition of the land, and the results will support a future planning process.

What to expect

Starting July 28, 2025, we will begin borehole drilling at approximately 20 locations for about 2 weeks across the False Creek South neighbourhood.

Work hours 

All work is planned within our standard construction noise hours:

  • Public property: Monday to Friday, 7am to 8pm
  • Private property: Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 8pm

False Creek South Neighbourhood Planning Program

The neighbourhood planning process has been temporarily paused while we conduct a technical assessment of the site.

Provisional Resident Protection and Retention Plan (PRPRP)

The PRPRP supports current residents through changes including providing advance notice and identifying affordable relocation options.

Sen̓áḵw development

The Sen̓áḵw development project is located on 10.5-acres of Squamish Nation land on Kits Point adjacent to Vanier Park.

Leases on City land

We're addressing end-of-lease issues with strata lot leases and have an agreed-upon model for co-op and non-market housing leases on City lands.

Contact us

Email: falsecreeksouth@vancouver.ca