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Marpole

Three bridges and a light rapid transit line across the Fraser River make Marpole a bustling gateway to Vancouver from the south and from the city's international airport. The area has a mix of residential housing, including low-rise apartments, and several major commercial streets, including shopping along Granville Street. Marpole slopes south from Oakridge into the Fraser River.

This area has a community plan underway:

Marpole Community Plan

Initiatives in Marpole

Marpole community plan

Marpole is one of the city's oldest communities, and the one visitors see first when entering from the south. Because demand for new development is growing in Marpole, City staff are working on an official plan to ensure that future growth meets the needs of the community.

Shannon Mews Park

A new 0.285 hectare park is part of the redevelopment of Shannon Mews. The park will feature heritage elements, native landscaping, and a natural playground.

Pearson Dogwood Lands Policy Planning Program

The City of Vancouver and Vancouver Coastal Health are discussing renewal and expansion plans for the George Pearson Centre and Dogwood Lodge site.

Turning streets into mini-parks

This pilot project will explore the possibility of converting small portions of lightly used road into accessible mini-parks, as a cost-effective way of bringing green space to where it is needed most, and improving the quality of life for you and your neighbours.

Events in Marpole

Emergency preparedness workshop

Wed, May 22, 7:00pm–8:30pm

Fire Hall No. 22 Open House

Sun, Aug 4, 1:00pm–3:00pm

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My neighbourhood, by My World is Amazing

Traffic calming helps make for a livable city

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News in Marpole

City announces Treekeepers program to grow Vancouver’s urban forest

Apr 22, 2013 – Residents in Vancouver now have a new way to support the City of Vancouver’s goal to be the greenest city in the world by 2020, with the launch of the Treekeepers Program, which encourages residents and businesses to plant more trees on their property.

Extreme Weather Alert cancelled January 22

Jan 22, 2013 – The Extreme Weather Alert (EWA) for Vancouver is cancelled effective January 22, due to improved weather conditions.

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Growing more local food for healthier communities

Locally grown food is fresher, tastier, and healthier. It is also easier on the planet.

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Public art in Marpole

Dragonfly Project (2000) by Eric Neighbour

Eric Neighbour's Dragonfly Project: mixed media mischief

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Supporting healthy and vibrant communities

Arts and culture activities are part of a thriving community

The City of Vancouver offers grants to communities for events and projects related to the environment, arts and culture, social development, and sports.

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