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Article content How is it possible that the most popular recreational activity in Vancouver (next to walking) is discouraged in our parks? How is it possible that an activity that is enthusiastically promoted in numerous city plans and streets is not seen as a priority inside our parks? We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or Peter Ladner: It’s high time to welcome cyclists in Kits Park Back to video How is it possible that an activity that reduces traffic congestion, toxic air, pedestrian injuries, and unpleasant noise is seen as a threat to pa...

Vancouver's NPA party names John Coupar as mayoral candidate for 2022 municipal election Vancouver's oldest political party, the Non-Partisan Association, has selected its mayoral candidate 18 months ahead of the municipal election. Social Sharing CBC News · Posted: Apr 06, 2021 11:51 AM PT | Last Updated: April 6 John Coupar, park board commissioner and the NPA's mayoral candidate for the 2022 municipal election, is pictured in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside on Dec. 13, 2019.(Maggie MacPherson/CBC)

by Charlie Smith on March 1st, 2021 at 9:14 AM 1 of 2 2 of 2 A popular Vancouver journalist has died after a bout with cancer. Editor, art director, and musician Bob Mercer was 72. "His final days were filled with love and support from his family and friends," Mercer's Facebook page says. "At this time, Bob's family is taking time to process his passing. News of a virtual memorial will be announced once arrangements have been made. "To respect Bob's wishes, we ask that you not send flowers," the message continues. "If you would still like to honour Bob's passing in some way, we suggest t...