We're exploring ways to better manage rainwater in the Still Creek watershed, and restore its natural water cycle, by using green rainwater infrastructure.
By adding features like wetlands, rain gardens, and rainwater tree trenches to existing parks and roads, we can slow down, capture, and filter rainwater.
These projects can help to:
- Improve water quality
- Create habitats for wildlife
- Manage floods
- Reduce urban heat
- Make nature more accessible
Information icon These projects are partly funded by the Government of Canada’s Natural Infrastructure Fund External website, opens in new tab for rainwater integration projects throughout the city.
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Have you heard of 6PPD-quinone?
6PPD-quinone is a chemical from car tires that is toxic to coho salmon, rainbow trout and other fish.
Recent research has shown that rain gardens can filter more than 90% of this toxic chemical before it reaches our waterways.
What's happeningImplementation phase is underway
In 2025, we will:
- Finalize detailed designs and request construction bids for the Falaise Park and Charles Park wetland projects
- Start construction at Slocan and Beaconsfield Park wetlands
- Construct 6 street green rainwater infrastructure enhancement projects
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Project timeline
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2023
Engagement, consultation, and site analysis activities
- Engaged with xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations to understand their priorities for these sites
- Consulted key stakeholders and Still Creek watershed stewards to help shape these projects
- Shared information with neighbours through signage and webpage updates
- Conducted site survey and completed technical analysis
2024
Design development and public engagement
- Developed detailed designs and prepared for construction bidding for Slocan and Beaconsfield Park
- Shared designs and project updates with the public
We are here2025
Implementation phase
Enhancements by location
Street green rainwater infrastructure
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Contact us
Email: pbenvironment@vancouver.ca