Mayor Ken Sim
@KenSimCity
Dad and Husband • Proud Vancouverite • Mayor of Vancouver
Everyone deserves safe and accessible options to get around Vancouver. Today, with the completion of phase one of the Granville Connector project, the Granville Bridge has become a safer place for everyone. We're proud to be tackling Vancouver's infrastructure deficit!
VPD’s Task Force Barrage has seized more than 14 kilograms of illicit drugs destined for distribution in the Downtown Eastside, disrupting a violent criminal network and removing more than $2 million in illegal substances from the community. “This neighbourhood continues to be…
Vancouver has become the first city in Canada to ban gun shaped lighters. These lighters have been a source of public distress and erroneous 911 calls, resulting in numerous dangerous encounters for police. This step will save taxpayers money and make Vancouver a safer city.
Today, City Council approved a ban on the sale of gun-shaped lighters, making Vancouver the 1st city in Canada to do so. Facts: ➡️162 incidents in 2024 alone prompted action. ➡️$1,000 fine for businesses selling them. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/3GFOLeJ #PublicSafety
I got my first motion passed in council. Hopefully this can lead to building out our domestic production sector. Thank you to council for unanimous support @BrianVMontague @MikeKlassen @seanorr @petefry @KenSimCity @Lucyincanada @LennyNanZhou @rebeccaleebligh @PeterMeiszner
#VanCityCouncil unanimously approves motion on agenda item Motion 3. Building BC’s Creative Advantage: A New Immigration Pathway for Cultural Entrepreneurs
I really appreciate @BrianVMontague bringing this forward. I’ve been working on this for a while and this is the boost it needed to bring all levels of government together to work on this important step for the industry.
Great news for downtown Vancouver’s hospitality and night life businesses! 🥂 Thank you to Councillor @sarahkirby_yung for bringing forward the successful amendment to expand liquor establishment operating hours to 4 AM in the downtown core, including the Granville…
Great news for our member businesses! Especially those in the GED. Thank you Mayor & Council for approving this at City Hall!
Great news for our member businesses in the hospitality and nightlife sector! Thank you Mayor and Council for approving Councillor @sarahkirby_yung’s amendment to extend hours to 4 AM in #downtownvan. This is a step in the right direction, especially for operators in the GED.
This is a win for local businesses and a win for creating a more fun and vibrant city. With yesterday's changes, Vancouver will now be home to the latest last call in Canada! #vanpoli
Good news for bars, restaurants & nightclubs! 🍻 Extended liquor hours give small businesses the flexibility they’ve been asking for. 🗣️ Glad to have shared CFIB member feedback with Mayor & Council yesterday. #vanpoli
Yesterday, Vancouver City Council voted to extend allowable liquor service hours across the City (4 AM downtown, 3 AM outside downtown on weekends, 2 AM on weekdays). Extending hours is a common sense move that will give restaurants and nightlife establishments greater…
This is a win for local businesses and a win for creating a more fun and vibrant city. With yesterday's changes, Vancouver will now be home to the latest last call in Canada! #vanpoli
Yesterday, Vancouver City Council voted to extend allowable liquor service hours across the City (4 AM downtown, 3 AM outside downtown on weekends, 2 AM on weekdays). Extending hours is a common sense move that will give restaurants and nightlife establishments greater…
Vancouver City Council has approved new liquor service hours for bars/nightclubs in downtown, ending at 4 am. Hours for bars/nightclubs outside downtown & restaurants also extended. Renewed calls to extend SkyTrain hours. #vanpoli #vanre #vancre dailyhive.com/vancouver/vanc…
Proud to stand with our 2SLGBTQ+ Advisory Committee and other community members as Mayor Ken Sim and Councillors read a proclamation honouring Chris Morrissey. Chris was a force for change, advancing 2SLGBTQ+ rights and well-being across the country. Her legacy is immeasurable.
👇🏻 @Dave_Eby we need you to #FREEKitsPool
Last night, the Park Board chose delay over action, and Vancouver residents are the ones paying the price. Despite overwhelming public feedback calling for the immediate removal of the outdated Kits Pool advance booking system, the motion to scrap it was delayed until Sep. 15th,…
Last night, the Park Board chose delay over action, and Vancouver residents are the ones paying the price. Despite overwhelming public feedback calling for the immediate removal of the outdated Kits Pool advance booking system, the motion to scrap it was delayed until Sep. 15th,…
Kits Pool should be open and accessible to everyone, all the time - no complicated booking system, no barriers. What made sense during the pandemic doesn’t anymore. It's time to bring back easy, drop-in access for all. I have sent a letter to all Park Board commissioners…
🚨 Public Advisory – Heavy Smoke in Strathcona Fire at an abandoned building near E Hastings & Vernon Dr. Stay inside, close windows & vents. Avoid the area. Fire crews remain on scene. More info: bit.ly/3UkzVgD
Wonderful to be able to join for the 2025 Walk with the Dragon! Thank you to the organizers and to SUCCESS for all they do to help seniors, youth, and new immigrants across the region. Your work helps make Vancouver a more welcoming and equitable place to call home.
Thank you for visiting! I look forward to us finding more ways to strengthen the relationship between Vancouver and Japan moving forward.
On Jul 15, the Consul General paid a courtesy visit to Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim (@KenSimCity) and exchanged views on strengthening the relations between Japan & Vancouver. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the sister city relationship between the @CityofVancouver & Yokohama.
７月15日、総領事はケン・シム・バンクーバー市長（@KenSimCity）を表敬し、日本とバンクーバー市（@CityofVancouver）の関係強化等について意見交換を行いました。また、本年、同市と横浜市は姉妹都市連携６０周年を迎えました。