Arts in the Downtown Eastside

Public Realm Arts Program and Event Plan

The community process has suggested a wide range of events and activities for the community. The plan and principles for the public spaces west of Main Street is nearly formed and community feedback is sought.

Arts and Culture Strategic Framework and Investment Plan

North Sky Consulting has been hired to develop a framework for investment in cultural activities, programs and infrastructure. Meet the consultants and learn about how you can contribute to the process.

Public Art Plan for the Carrall Street Greenway Neighbourhood

The renewed greenway will provide a range of public art opportunities, including art work based in the communities of the DTES and engaging the creativity of residents.

Storyscapes

Storyscapes is a storytelling project that gives Aboriginal people the means to express their stories, to represent their own maps of Vancouver, to give voice to their dreams, to honour the stories of their ancestors, and to share their rich knowledge of the land. Sites are contemplated for the greenway.

For more information about the arts projects, contact: Jil Weaving at 604-257-8495.

See also: Pioneer Place ("Pigeon Park") Improvements

Pigeon Park Improvement


Some ideas from the public process for the redevelopment of Pigeon Park (Pioneer Place).

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