City of Vancouver Events

Regular Council meeting

Tuesday, December 7, 2021, 9:30am – 1pm

This meeting is open to the public.

To view the agenda, speak at the meeting, and view meeting minutes and video after the meeting finishes: go to the Council meetings application.

Event type: Meeting
Area: Fairview
Audience: All ages
Language: English
Accessibility: Accessible venue and parking
Sustainability: Bicycle parking, Near public transit, Water fountains, Zero waste / recycling stations
Organizer type: City of Vancouver
Organizer: City Clerk'>

VanDusen Festival of Lights

5251 Oak St
Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1, Canada
Tuesday, December 7, 2021, 4 – 9:30pm

Experience a magical winter wonderland with more than one million lights decorating 15 acres of VanDusen Botanical Garden. Stroll along the lakeside, shimmering in the glow of northern lights, or wander into our lush Rose Garden – reawakened and illuminated for a spectacular winter replica through the artistry of our garden stewards.

An enchanting winter garden awaits with themed areas, tasty treats, unique light features, and holiday music from November 26 to January 3.

Proof of full vaccination is required for those 12 years and older. Tickets are not sold on site and must be purchased online in advance for a specific entry time. Capacity is limited so we recommend purchasing tickets early.

CLOSED December 25

Event type: Celebration / festival
Campaign, project, or topic: Vandusen
Area: Oakridge
Audience: All ages
Language: English
Accessibility: Accessible venue and parking, Dietary accommodation
Sustainability: Bicycle parking, Near public transit, Water fountains, Zero waste / recycling stations
Ticket price: $0 - $17.50 depending on age
Buy tickets: www.vandusenfestivaloflights.ca
Organizer type: Vancouver Park Board
Organizer: VanDusen Botanical Garden
Website: www.vandusenfestivaloflights.ca'>

Public hearing

Tuesday, December 7, 2021, 6 – 10pm

This meeting is open to the public.

Public hearings are held to consider and decide on rezoning applications (for zoning bylaw changes) and heritage designations. Council must hold a public hearing before deciding to change a zoning bylaw, according to the Vancouver Charter.

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During the meeting:

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If the meeting agenda isn't completed, the meeting chair will schedule the next meeting at the end of the meeting.

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Event type: Meeting
Area: Fairview
Language: English
Accessibility: Accessible venue and parking
Sustainability: Bicycle parking, Near public transit, Water fountains, Zero waste / recycling stations
Organizer type: City of Vancouver
Organizer: City Clerk'>

City Finance and Services Standing Committee meeting

Wednesday, December 8, 2021, 9:30am – 5pm

This meeting is open to the public.

To view the agenda, speak at the meeting, and view meeting minutes and video after the meeting finishes: go to the Council meetings application.

Event type: Meeting
Area: Fairview
Language: English
Accessibility: Accessible venue and parking
Sustainability: Bicycle parking, Near public transit, Water fountains, Zero waste / recycling stations
Organizer type: City of Vancouver
Organizer: City Clerk'>

VanDusen Festival of Lights

5251 Oak St
Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1, Canada
Wednesday, December 8, 2021, 4 – 9:30pm

Experience a magical winter wonderland with more than one million lights decorating 15 acres of VanDusen Botanical Garden. Stroll along the lakeside, shimmering in the glow of northern lights, or wander into our lush Rose Garden – reawakened and illuminated for a spectacular winter replica through the artistry of our garden stewards.

An enchanting winter garden awaits with themed areas, tasty treats, unique light features, and holiday music from November 26 to January 3.

Proof of full vaccination is required for those 12 years and older. Tickets are not sold on site and must be purchased online in advance for a specific entry time. Capacity is limited so we recommend purchasing tickets early.

CLOSED December 25

Event type: Celebration / festival
Campaign, project, or topic: Vandusen
Area: Oakridge
Audience: All ages
Language: English
Accessibility: Accessible venue and parking, Dietary accommodation
Sustainability: Bicycle parking, Near public transit, Water fountains, Zero waste / recycling stations
Ticket price: $0 - $17.50 depending on age
Buy tickets: www.vandusenfestivaloflights.ca
Organizer type: Vancouver Park Board
Organizer: VanDusen Botanical Garden
Website: www.vandusenfestivaloflights.ca'>

W.E. Connect Public Information Session on Visioning Results

This online public information session will feature artist Angela George. It will bring together the stories and greater understandings from submitted West End experiences and Indigenous teachings shared at previous W.E. Connect workshops.

Location: Online
Event type: Public engagement
Area: Online
Audience: All ages
Language: English
Ticket price: Free
Register: www.eventbrite.ca…
Organizer type: City of Vancouver
Organizer: City of Vancouver
Website: shapeyourcity.ca…'>

VanDusen Festival of Lights

5251 Oak St
Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1, Canada
Thursday, December 9, 2021, 4 – 9:30pm

Experience a magical winter wonderland with more than one million lights decorating 15 acres of VanDusen Botanical Garden. Stroll along the lakeside, shimmering in the glow of northern lights, or wander into our lush Rose Garden – reawakened and illuminated for a spectacular winter replica through the artistry of our garden stewards.

An enchanting winter garden awaits with themed areas, tasty treats, unique light features, and holiday music from November 26 to January 3.

Proof of full vaccination is required for those 12 years and older. Tickets are not sold on site and must be purchased online in advance for a specific entry time. Capacity is limited so we recommend purchasing tickets early.

CLOSED December 25

Event type: Celebration / festival
Campaign, project, or topic: Vandusen
Area: Oakridge
Audience: All ages
Language: English
Accessibility: Accessible venue and parking, Dietary accommodation
Sustainability: Bicycle parking, Near public transit, Water fountains, Zero waste / recycling stations
Ticket price: $0 - $17.50 depending on age
Buy tickets: www.vandusenfestivaloflights.ca
Organizer type: Vancouver Park Board
Organizer: VanDusen Botanical Garden
Website: www.vandusenfestivaloflights.ca'>

VanDusen Festival of Lights

5251 Oak St
Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1, Canada
Friday, December 10, 2021, 4 – 9:30pm

Experience a magical winter wonderland with more than one million lights decorating 15 acres of VanDusen Botanical Garden. Stroll along the lakeside, shimmering in the glow of northern lights, or wander into our lush Rose Garden – reawakened and illuminated for a spectacular winter replica through the artistry of our garden stewards.

An enchanting winter garden awaits with themed areas, tasty treats, unique light features, and holiday music from November 26 to January 3.

Proof of full vaccination is required for those 12 years and older. Tickets are not sold on site and must be purchased online in advance for a specific entry time. Capacity is limited so we recommend purchasing tickets early.

CLOSED December 25

Event type: Celebration / festival
Campaign, project, or topic: Vandusen
Area: Oakridge
Audience: All ages
Language: English
Accessibility: Accessible venue and parking, Dietary accommodation
Sustainability: Bicycle parking, Near public transit, Water fountains, Zero waste / recycling stations
Ticket price: $0 - $17.50 depending on age
Buy tickets: www.vandusenfestivaloflights.ca
Organizer type: Vancouver Park Board
Organizer: VanDusen Botanical Garden
Website: www.vandusenfestivaloflights.ca'>