Steve Rai is Vancouver's new police chief. India-born, Kitsilano Secondary graduate began VPD career in 1990. biv.com/news/economy-l…

I’m thrilled to see Steve Rai appointed as Vancouver’s new Chief Constable. A seasoned and principled leader, Chief Rai brings over 30 years of experience, deep community roots, and a proven ability to lead in challenging times. From the DTES to the 2010 Olympics, he has served

I'm excited to welcome Steve Rai as the 32nd Chief Constable of the Vancouver Police Department. Chief Rai brings more than three decades of experience with the VPD as a decorated officer, a trailblazer, and a leader who embodies what it means to serve and protect Vancouverites.

Good to see efforts are having a positive impact. “We’ve seen a reduction in our incidence of thefts and a reduction in incidence of violence, but most importantly, it’s been the impact on the staff and customers, their perception of safety.” #vanpoli vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/05/22/van…

Welcome to Vancouver, Web Summit delegates! ☀️🌇 The sun is shining, the city is buzzing, and thousands of innovators, founders, and investors are gathering at the Convention Centre for a world-class week of ideas and inspiration. Wishing everyone great success in building new

💙 It’s Official: Bill M204 Has Become Law 💙 Today, I’m holding back tears as I write this — Bill M204 has received Royal Assent. It’s now law in British Columbia. What started as a dream, sparked by countless courageous stories from mothers, families, and care providers... is

South Van has lost too many pools—Sunset CC and Langara YMCA are gone. With a growing, underserved population, it's time for a 50m pool in the area. 📩 Email [email protected] by Jun 2 to tell the Park Board we need this #SouthVan #50mPool Global BC CTV News Vancouver Daily Hive Vancouver

🏊‍♀️ Motion Passed: Think 50 Metres 💦 ✅️ The Park Board passed ABC Commissioner Jas Virdi’s motion last night to prioritize a new 50-metre pool in South Vancouver to address the growing community demand. #VanParkBoard #SouthVan #VanSplash #vanpoli ctvnews.ca/vancouver/vide…

Big win for South Vancouver! 💧 Motion PASSED to prioritize a 50-metre pool thanks to Commissioner Jas Virdi’s leadership. Our community deserves this investment—let’s make it happen! 👏🏽 ABC Vancouver Jaspreet Virdi

⚽ New Turf, Coming Soon! A brand-new synthetic turf field is coming to Vancouver Technical Secondary School! After 17+ years of wear, the current field is getting a much-needed $1.2M upgrade.

🏊‍♂️ Motion Passed! 💦 A new 50m pool for South Vancouver is one step closer. Grateful to see the strong support. South Van has waited long enough. Next: working with all levels of government to secure funding. Let’s keep the momentum going! 🙌 ctvnews.ca/vancouver/vide…

"South Vancouver is finally on the path toward the much-needed 50-metre pool it deserves.” - Jaspreet Virdi via Daily Hive Vancouver #Vancouver #vanpoli #VanParks dailyhive.com/vancouver/sout…

Today, the Province informed us of their intention to transition supportive housing out of the Granville Entertainment District and into safer, more dignified homes with proper wraparound supports. This is about two things: making sure the most vulnerable members of our

For five decades, the Royal Canadian Air Farce was a part of Canada's media landscape. From its legendary CBC radio show, to the highly-successful television version, the group has had a big impact on our comedy landscape. This is its story. 🧵 1/15

We just voted to keep property taxes low with the major affordability challenges residents and small biz are facing in our City. Once again, three Councillors wouldn’t take a position and vote. Voting is literally a Councillor’s job description. ABC have asked staff to report

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Today, we remember the 329 innocent lives lost, including 268 Canadians in the tragic bombing of Air India Flight 182, which took place 40 years ago. It remains the deadliest act of terrorism in Canadian history, and we must never forget the deep loss felt by families and

Monday marks 40 years since the worst terrorist attack in Canada's history, but a new poll shows many Canadians don't know anything about the bombing of Air India 182. vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/06/23/air…

“Just hours before the attack, Plover had been convicted of assault by strangulation and uttering threats. He was released under conditions, including orders to stay away from the complainant.”

My heart is broken over this story and many others involving continued violence against women and girls. Where does it end? Intimate partner violence is on the rise in Canada. Our criminal justice system needs to change so this doesn’t happen again. #bcpoli #cdnpoli