City Highlights - What's new in the city
Find out what's new in the city for the week of February 6, 2012. Get the latest City news, announcements, events, open houses, workshops and much more.
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Greenest City 2020 Action Plan released
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) named Vancouver a winner of a 2012 FCM Sustainable Communities Award for the City’s Greenest City 2020 Action Plan released on February 8.
The Greenest City Action Plan includes an overview of the plan’s 10 goals, illustrative photos, local stories and green facts about the city.
People are fragile: Practice road safety
If you are a cyclist, pedestrian or motorist, be safe. Prevent collisions, injuries and fatalities: be courteous, be aware of your surroundings, and follow the rules of the road, especially around intersections.
City of Vancouver People are Fragile program - get safety tips and take the survey
City named top BC employer for 2012
The designation of BC’s Top Employers 2012 is an annual competition run by Mediacorp Canada Inc. to recognize employers in the province who offer exceptional work environments for their employees.
Entries to become top employers are evaluated on criteria including physical workplace, work and social atmosphere, health, financial and family benefits, vacation and time off, employee communications, performance management, training and skills development and community involvement.
February is Black History Month
Vancouver has joined cities around the world to recognize the history, contributions and culture of people of African heritage.
A proclamation by Mayor Robertson, cultural performances, and the unveiling of commemorative stamps officially launched Black History Month on January 31.
Join in the celebration at one of the events happening around town.
Are you ready for snow?
It's winter and the possibility of snow is imminent. Be ready before the snow falls: be alert for snow in the weather forecast and purchase your snow shovel, salt and snow tires before the snow hits the ground.
Remember, all property owners and occupants (tenants) are responsible for clearing snow and ice from the full width of sidewalks that surround their property by 10 am on the morning following a snowfall, seven days a week.
Become a Snow Angel. Lend a hand to keep our sidewalks clear of snow and ice. Get on the City’s 3-1-1 Snow Angels list.
Donate warm clothing to those in need
Check your closets for any new or gently used cold weather clothing and drop it off at your local fire hall.
Donations of coats, hats, gloves, socks and blankets can be dropped off at all Vancouver fire halls from 8 am - 9 pm. Your donations will go to local organizations who serve the homeless.
