Arbutus Greenway Proposed Design

WELCOME
The Arbutus Greenway is a north-south transportation corridor that

will connect people, parks, and places from False Creek to the Fraser
River. In 2016, the City purchased the land from Canadian Pacific
Railway for the purpose of creating a high-quality public space for
walking, cycling, and future streetcar.
OPPORTUNITIES TO GET INVOLVED

The planning process has included many opportunities for residents, community members,
and stakeholders to offer feedback and ideas. Since 2016, we’ve held more than 25 events
and had more than 5,000 participant interactions.
The purpose of this round of engagement is to seek public input on the proposed design
for the future greenway and north/south greenway connections.
HAVE YOUR SAY! Take the survey @ vancouver.ca/arbutusgreenway
Our commitment to Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations (MST): We will continue to collaborate
with MST on the overall design of the future greenway, and ensure the design recognizes the history and cultural
diversity of the lands.
Our commitment to the public: We will keep you informed, listen to and acknowledge concerns and aspirations,
and provide feedback on how public input influenced design-related decisions.
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BACKGROUND: 2
MAP
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BACKGROUND: 3
POLICY
The idea of developing a greenway along the Arbutus corridor has been City policy for
more than 20 years. There are a number of plans that provide context for the project and help
shape the public conversation about the future greenway:
GREENWAYS PLAN TRANSPORTATION

(1995) 2040 (2012)
Build a network of Develop the corridor
greenways, including for walking, cycling, and
Arbutus — a “keystone” wheeling for all ages
of the planned and abilities, and as a
greenways system. future streetcar route.
ARBUTUS CORRIDOR HEALTHY CITY

OFFICIAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN (2000) STRATEGY (2014)
Develop the Arbutus corridor for transportation Provide safe, active, and
(excluding motor vehicles and elevated transit) accessible ways of getting
and as a city greenway. around to help increase
physical activity levels:
“Make over 50 per cent
of trips by foot, bicycle
and public transit.”
GREENEST CITY
2020 ACTION MARPOLE COMMUNITY PLAN
PLAN (2011) (2014, AMENDED 2017)
Provide access to Enhance walking and cycling infrastructure,
greenspace within a and explore opportunities with Musqueam
5-minute walk, and support to recognize history and culture.
active travel:
“All Vancouver residents
live within a 5-minute RENEWABLE CITY STRATEGY (2015)
walk of a park, greenway, Create a transportation system that provides
or other green space.” citizens the opportunity to be healthy and mobile.
REGIONAL BIODIVERSITY
GROWTH STRATEGY (2016)
STRATEGY (2011) Explore opportunities to
Encourage walking incorporate small natural
and cycling through areas and wildflower
expansion of the meadows for bees and
regional greenway other pollinators, and
network. improve connectivity
between parks and
natural areas.
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BACKGROUND: 4
PROJECT VISION & OBJECTIVE

Together, the vision and project objectives serve as our starting point
for today’s conversation about the design for the future greenway.
ARBUTUS GREENWAY VISION

The Arbutus Greenway will be a defining element of Vancouver’s urban
landscape as a vibrant and beautiful public space for walking, cycling,
and streetcar. It will be a destination which fosters both movement and
rich social interaction — inspired by nature and the stories of the places
it connects.
ARBUTUS GREENWAY PROJECT OBJECTIVES

1 Enable safe and comfortable travel between False Creek and
the Fraser River for all ages and abilities.
2 Ensure the master plan for the future Arbutus Greenway anticipates
and dedicates space for a future streetcar.
3 Provide flexible, public spaces for people to gather, socialize,

support community events, and enable artistic expression.
4 Enable connections within and across neighbourhoods adjacent

to the greenway.
5 As the City of Reconciliation, ensure the future Arbutus Greenway

will recognize the history and cultural diversity of the lands.
6 Enhance the City’s biological diversity and urban ecology.
7 Engage and involve local stakeholders and citywide residents.
8 Ensure the Arbutus Greenway design is resilient and adaptable to

allow for changing circumstances.
9 Allow the Arbutus Greenway to be constructed in phases,

to accommodate a variety of funding strategies and changing
circumstances.
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BACKGROUND: 5
WHAT IS STREETCAR?
Modern-day streetcar is part of the plan for the future Arbutus Greenway, and
will be a comfortable and convenient transit addition to our city and region’s
multi-modal transportation system.
WHAT IS STREETCAR?
Powered by electricity and controlled by an
onboard transit operator, streetcars can run
at street level either in a dedicated right-of-
way or in mixed traffic. Stops are typically
about 300 metres to 800 metres apart.
Seattle, Portland, and Salt Lake City are
just a few examples of modern streetcars
that represent the type of transit being
planned for the Arbutus Greenway.
WHY STREETCAR?
In 2016, the City purchased the historic Arbutus railway corridor from Canadian Pacific
Railway. The Purchase Agreement specifies that a portion of the corridor must be
dedicated for light rail use. Streetcars are a form of light rail particularly suited to
operate in constrained urban spaces like the Arbutus Greenway, and can travel safely
alongside greenway users.
WHERE WILL STREETCAR GO?

For the most part, the Arbutus streetcar
will operate within the existing greenway
corridor that connects the Fraser River
with False Creek. Streetcar tracks may be
shifted east or west to other city rights-
of-way due to limited corridor width or to
support other greenway goals.
WHEN WILL STREETCAR

BE BUILT?
Timing is dependent on regional funding
priorities for our transportation system.
Streetcar will likely be a long-term
component of the Arbutus Greenway.
Planning today will help ensure we set
aside adequate space for future streetcar
implementation, as the City has done in
other areas such as the Olympic Village.
Rendering
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 6
CHARACTER ZONES
The greenway travels through eight distinct character zones that provide a range of
experiences. The proposed design takes inspiration from neighbourhood characteristics
and features, such as parks and views, while working within design constraints.
Some examples of design constraints and challenges Include:

• Width of the Arbutus Corridor (15-20 metres)
• Location of hydro poles on the greenway, which reduce available width
• Variations in topography (e.g. whether retaining walls are required)
• Balancing a range of interests and ideas from the public
• Technical feasibility and cost
Character zone names refer to the general theme for each area.
Zone 1: Harvest Table Zone 2: Electric Alley
Zone 3: The Ridge Zone 4: Woodland Bend
Zone 5: Kerrydale Pass Zone 6: Garden Path
Zone 7: Marpole Meander Zone 8: The Lookout
Character zones range in length from 0.5 to 2.0 km. To paint a more detailed picture of each
zone, the following information boards focus on one area per zone. However, the general design
is for the entire length of each zone.
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 7
ZONE 1 | HARVEST TABLE

WEST 6TH AVENUE AT FIR STREET
WEST BROADWAY
The Harvest Table is a place for community to come together over urban agriculture
and food. A small plaza at Burrard Street celebrates the beginning of the greenway. As
you continue through the Harvest Table zone, you encounter edible landscaping, long
community tables for dining al fresco with neighbours, and a flexible space for pop-up
activities. The path is flanked by community gardens, trees, and parks.
WHAT WE HEARD
• Provide places to sit and relax: “Places to sit, hang out, and have a conversation”
and “seating (formal and informal) in sunny spaces close to amenities”
• Integrate food production into design: “Recognise connection to food”
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 8
Pedestrian Path
Bike Path
• Design shown for section between Burrard

Retaining Wall
St and Cypress St
Green Infrastructure/
Raingarden • Greenway width is 17.5 metres
at this location
W 6th Ave
• Connections to:
ÎÎ Bike routes on Cypress St and Pine St
Harvest Table &
Community ÎÎ Bus routes on W 4th Ave and
Garthering Area W Broadway
• Newly constructed signalized crossings

at Burrard St and W Broadway
Edible Landscape
and Seating Nooks
• Public realm improvements:
Community
ÎÎ Lighting, benches, other amenities
Gardens
ÎÎ Long tables
Green Infrastructure/ ÎÎ Seating areas
Raingarden
ÎÎ Small plaza at Burrard St

Retaining Wall
• Wildlife habitat and raingardens
Cypress St
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 9

The short- to medium-term transportation design for this area includes:
• A 3.5 metre pedestrian path
• Physical separation between pedestrians and cyclists
• A 3.5 metre bike path
Pedestrian Path Bike Path
Flex Space Green Infrastructure

• Harvest table
• Edible landscape
Community Gardens
W 6th
3.5m 3.5m
Retaining Wall
Green Infrastructure
Retaining Wall
The long-term transportation design for this area, with future streetcar*, includes:
• 3.5 metre pedestrian path
• Physical separation between streetcar and cyclists
• 3.5 metre bike path
• Physical separation between cyclists and pedestrians
• 7.6 metres for streetcar tracks (two-way)
Pedestrian Path Bike Path
Flex Space
• Harvest tables Streetcar w/ westbound greentrack
• Edible landscape
Community Gardens
W 6th
3.5m 3.5m
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall W 6th modifications
• Current westbound lane and parking
converted to dedicated streetcar track
• Current eastbound lane and parking to remain
* Conceptual streetcar design shown for discussion — subject to change based on future streetcar
planning process.
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 10
ZONE 2 | ELECTRIC ALLEY

WEST BROADWAY WEST 16TH AVENUE
Electric Alley is buzzing with public life — a place for movement but also a place
to linger. Adjacent buildings lend an urban backdrop. This laneway feel is defined by
large overhead frames that are enhanced by public art, overhead lighting, and weather
protection. Electric Alley is anchored by two plaza areas: One at West Broadway,
connecting with future rapid transit, and another at West 16th Avenue.
WHAT WE HEARD
• Create different rooms: “Different spaces, different functions, some more urban,
some more immersive in nature”
• Connect to the greenway: “Create nodes where bike/bus routes and commercial
areas intersect, and provide seating, maps, and shelter”
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 11
W 13th Ave
• Design shown for W 13th Ave

to W 14th Ave
Bike Path
• Greenway width is 15 metres

at this location
Seating Nook
• Connections to:
Raingarden
ÎÎ Bike route on W 10th Ave and
future route on W 14th Ave
Existing Lane
ÎÎ Bus routes on W Broadway, Arbutus St

and W 16th Ave
ÎÎ Future Millennium Line Broadway
Extension SkyTrain Station
Pedestrian Path
• Newly constructed signalized crossings
Seating
at W Broadway and W 12th Ave
Pedestrian Path w
Moveable Tables
and Chairs
Raingarden ÎÎ Frames for lighting and future public art
ÎÎ Potential connections to adjacent
Frames for Lights/ buildings
Public Art
W 14th Ave
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 12

Bike Path Seating Nook
Pedestrian Path
Pedestrian Path
Lane
3.5m
4m
3.5m
Frames for Lights/Public Art
Green Infrastructure/Raingarden
• Physical separation between streetcar and pedestrians
• 3.4 metre for streetcar tracks (one-way, second track on Arbutus Street)
Bike Path Seating Nook
Streetcar with green track
Pedestrian Path
Lane
3.5m
3.5m
Frames for Lights/Public Art
planning process.
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 13
ZONE 3 | THE RIDGE

WEST 16TH AVENUE
WEST KING EDWARD AVENUE
Travelling along The Ridge, the corridor opens up. Greenway users are treated to striking
mountain views to the north. The distinct landscaping in this area is a defining feature
with nooks to sit and relax or socialize. The landscaping also doubles as a place for urban
ecology, including pollinator gardens and habitat boxes for birds, bees, and bats.
WHAT WE HEARD
• Ensure “accessibility both on the greenway and getting to/from the greenway”
• Support biodiversity: “Create pollinator hotels”
• Showcase views: “Frame views and vistas”
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 14
PROPOSED DESIGN:
ZONE 3 | THE RIDGE
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Pedestrian Path
Bike Path
Green Infrastructure/ • Design shown for W 19th Ave

Raingarden
to W 20th Ave
Access Ramp
(< 5% slope) • Greenway width is 20 metres at
this location
Seating Nook/
Public Art
• Connections to:
W 19th Ave ÎÎ Bike route on W King Edward
ÎÎ Bus routes on W 16th Ave,
Steps
Arbutus St and W King Edward

ÎÎ Lighting, benches, other
amenities
East Boulevard
ÎÎ Fully-accessible connection to
Arbutus St
Arbutus St at W 20th Ave

ÎÎ Seating nooks
ÎÎ Public art

Retaining Wall
‘Slow’ pedestrian path,

Raingarden movable seating and tables
Pollinator/
Wildlife Planting
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 15
ZONE 3 | THE RIDGE

Bike Path
Seating Nook
Pedestrian Path
Access Ramp
W 19th
W 20th
Arb
E
Bl
vd
utus
.
St.
3.5m
3.5m
Retaining Wall
Pollinator Wildflower Meadow
• 7.6 metres for streetcar tracks
Bike Path
Pedestrian Path Seating Nook
W 19th
W 20th
Arb
E
Bl
vd
utus
.
St.
3.5m
3.5m
Retaining Wall
Green Infrastructure/Raingarden Pollinator Wildflower Planting
Streetcar w green track
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 16
ZONE 4 | THE WOODLAND BEND

WEST KING EDWARD WEST 37TH AVENUE
The Woodland Bend features a Pacific Northwest canopy of coniferous and deciduous
species, layered with ferns and other native plants. Quilchena Park lies to the west of the
greenway between West 29th and 33rd Avenue. Travelling along the bend, lookout points
provide breathtaking views of the Coastal Mountains, including multiple places to sit and
relax. Fitness equipment provides further opportunities for recreation throughout the zone.
WHAT WE HEARD
• Showcase views: “There’s a stretch between 37th + 33rd with mountain views”
• Provide places to play: “Would be great to have some type of exercise stations
along the way”
• Use “Indigenous species in landscaping”
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PROPOSED DESIGN:
PROPOSED DESIGN:
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ZONE 4 | THE
ELECTRIC ALLEYWOODLAND BEND
Pedestrian Path
Bike Path
• Design shown for area directly

south of W King Edward Ave
(Hydro Station)
Raingarden
• Greenway width is 20 metres at
Native Shrubs this location
• Connections to:
Nature Play area ÎÎ Bike routes on W King Edward

Ave, Nanton Ave, W 33rd Ave,
and W 37th Ave
ÎÎ Bus route on W King Edward
Seating Nook/ • Future signalized crossing at W

Public Art
33rd Ave

amenities
Ma
ple
ÎÎ Lookout points
Cre
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ÎÎ Fitness equipment
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ÎÎ Parkour
‘Slow’ pedestrian Northwest

• Pacificpath, forest canopy
Retaining Wall movable seating and tables
Raingarden
Pollinator/
Wildlife Planting
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 18
ZONE 4 | THE WOODLAND BEND

Bike Path
Pedestrian Path
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3.5m
3.5m
Green Infrastructure/Rain garden
Nature Play Retaining Wall
• Physical separation between streetcar and pedestrians
Bike Path
Pedestrian Path
M
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Cr
.
3.5m
3.5m
Green Infrastructure/Rain garden

Streetcar with green track Retaining Wall
* Conceptual streetcar design shown for discussion — subject to change based on future streetcar.
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 19
ZONE 5 | KERRYDALE PASS

WEST 37TH AVENUE WEST 49TH AVENUE
Kerrydale Pass is centrally located in the largest retail and civic hub on the greenway.
A plaza provides a vibrant place for performance, programming, entertaining, and
celebration. Travelling through Kerrydale Pass greenway users encounter a variety of
gathering areas, place to sit and relax, and informal gardens.
WHAT WE HEARD
• Provide places to eat and drink: “Allow cafes and coffee shops on the greenway”
• Celebrate distinct “Greenway Villages – Kerrisdale has food and shops”
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PROPOSED DESIGN:
PROPOSED DESIGN:
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ZONE 5 | KERRYDALE
ELECTRIC ALLEY PASS
Pedestrian Path
Bike Path

to W 41st Ave

at this location
Public Plaza
• Connections to:
Frames for Lights/
Public Art ÎÎ Bike routes on W 37th Ave and
W 45th Ave
ÎÎ Bus routes on W 41st Ave
Green Infrastructure/ (future B-Line) and
Raingarden
W 49th Ave
• Modified intersection design at

W 41st Ave
Coffee Kiosk

W Boulevard
E Boulevard
Existing Lane
ÎÎ Lighting, benches,
other amenities
ÎÎ Coffee kiosk
ÎÎ Seating areas

Shade Trees w
Moveable Chairs

movable seating and tables
W 41st Ave
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 21
ZONE 5 | KERRYDALE PASS

• 4 metre pedestrian path
• 4 metre bike path
Frames for Lighting/Public Art
Pedestrian Path Public Plaza
Bike Path Coffee Kiosk
4m 4m
We
st
Blvd
Ea
st
.
B lvd
.
t
W 41s
Green Infrastructure/Rain Garden Shade Trees with Seating
• 4 metre pedestrian path
• 4 metre bike path
Public Plaza Coffee Kiosk
Frames for Lighting/Public Art Shade Trees with Seating
4m 4m
Ea
st
B
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lvd
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W 41s
Streetcar with green track Pedestrian Path

Bike Path
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 22
ZONE 6 | GARDEN PATH

WEST 49TH AVENUE WEST 57TH AVENUE
The proposed design for the Garden Path celebrates the existing Victory Gardens,
located to the east of the greenway. Urban agriculture and urban ecology are central
themes. Design elements such as wildflowers, insect hotels, and edible landscaping
contribute to biodiversity while enhancing the sensory landscape (bzz bzz bees!).
A small rest area at West 54th Avenue is another notable feature and provides a
focal point for social interaction and a place for travellers to have a sip of water or
picnic lunch with friends.
WHAT WE HEARD
• Support biodiversity: “Scented plantings, butterfly bush, different trees,

bird nesting boxes”
• Design the greenway so that it is “easy to move through and easy to stop
and pause”
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PROPOSED DESIGN:
PROPOSED DESIGN: 23
ELECTRIC ALLEY
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at E Boulevard
Pedestrian Path
Bike Path W 54th Ave
at this location
• Connections to:
Wetland ÎÎ Bus routes on W 49th Ave
Boardwalk and W Boulevard
Native Trees and

• Future signalized crossing
Plantings at W 57th Ave

ÎÎ Lighting, benches,
Seating
other amenities
Frames for Lights/ ÎÎ Frames for public art/lighting

Public Art
ÎÎ Community kiosk
Community Kiosk
(e.g. Toolshed, ÎÎ Seating areas
Wash Station,
Public Toilet)
• Large constructed raingardens

EB
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Raingarden
eva
rd
Existing Victory
Gardens to Remain
Pollinator Wildflower
Meadow
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 24

Frames for Public Art/Lighting
Pedestrian Path Green Infrastructure Constructed Wetland
Bike Path Native Trees and Plantings
Laburnum
St
W.
Bl
vd.
E.
Bl
vd
.
3.5m
3.5m
Pollinator Wildflower Meadow Community Kiosk (e.g. Toolshed, Wash

Station, Public Toilet)
• 7.6 metres for streetcar tracks (two-way) and physical separation (hydro poles)
Frames for Public Art/Lighting
Pedestrian Path Green Infrastructure Constructed Wetland
Bike Path Native Trees and Plantings

Laburnum
St
W.
Bl
vd.
E.
Bl
vd
.
3.5m
3.5m
Streetcar with green track Community Kiosk (e.g. Toolshed, Wash

Station, Public Toilet)
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 25
ZONE 7 | MARPOLE MEANDER

WEST KING 57TH AVENUE
SOUTHWEST MARINE DRIVE
The Marpole Meander is a place to play. Recreation opportunities such as a bike skills
course, ping pong tables, and giant chess board provide places to play, while hammocks
and seating areas offer a place to relax. The design also includes space for a community
“sharing” shed. Frames continue to be a key design element and provide a space for
lighting and public art.
WHAT WE HEARD
• Make the greenway “easy to use by providing amenities, washrooms,

and garbage bins”
• Provide play spaces for “bocce, petanque court, and horseshoe, ping pong”
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 26
PROPOSED DESIGN:
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Pollinator/Wildlife Planting • Design shown for W 60th Ave

at W & E Boulevards
Pedestrian Path
Bike Path • Greenway width is 20 metres
Angus St
at this location
• Connection to:
ÎÎ Bike routes on W 59th Ave
and Angus Dr
Existing Community ÎÎ Bus route on W 64th

Garden to Remain
• Future signalized crossing

at W 57th Ave
WB
Ping Pong & Game

Board Tables
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W 60th Ave
rd

Games Area w amenities
Sharing Shed
ÎÎ Chess board and ping pong

tables
Frames for Lights/
Public Art ÎÎ Community “sharing” shed
ÎÎ Hammocks
ÎÎ Bike skills course
Raingarden ‘Slow’ pedestrian path,
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Native Trees and

Plantings
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 27

Pedestrian Path Games Area w Sharing Shed
Bike Path Existing Community Garden to remain
W. 60th Ave
W. 60th Ave
W.
B
lvd
.
E.
Bl
vd
.
3.5m
3.5m
Native Trees and Plantings

Pedestrian Path Games Area w Sharing Shed

Bike Path Existing Community Garden to remain
W. 60th Ave
W.
Blv
W. 60th Ave
. d
E.
Bl
vd
.
3.5m
3.5m
Native Trees and Plantings

Streetcar with Green Track
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 28
ZONE 8 | THE LOOKOUT

SOUTH WEST MARINE DRIVE MILTON STREET
The Lookout is a place of connection — to the Fraser River and Richmond to the south,
and to Canada Line and Granville to the east. A two-storey lookout platform provides a
spectacular destination for gazing out to the Fraser River Delta, YVR, and Orcas Island.
Elements of nature play punctuate the zone and provide an opportunity for recreation.
WHAT WE HEARD
• Create an “observation tower in Marpole overlooking the airport, Richmond,

and the Fraser River”
• Create “features that capture rainwater or disseminate rainwater”
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 29
PROPOSED DESIGN:
ELECTRIC ALLEY
Nature Play
Lookout Tower w Accessible Ramp
Existing Trees to remain
SW Marine Dr
Raingarden
Pedestrian Path
Bike Path
Retaining Wall
Multiuse Path connection

to SW Marine Dr
Native Trees and

Plantings on Slope
• Design shown for area south of • Public realm improvements:

William Mackie Park
ÎÎ Lookout tower
• Greenway width is 20 metres Î Î Nature
‘Slow’ playpath,
pedestrian
at this location movable seating and tables
• Connections to:
ÎÎ Fraser River
ÎÎ Bike routes on W 64th, W 67th, SW
Marine Dr and Arthur Laing Bridge
ÎÎ Bus routes on Granville St
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PROPOSED DESIGN: 30

Lookout Tower Multiuse Path connection to
Nature Play SW Marine Dr
Pedestrian Path
Bike Path
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SW
3m
3.5m
3.5m
Native Trees and Plantings on Slope

Retaining Wall
Lookout Tower Multiuse Path connection to
Nature Play SW Marine Dr
Pedestrian Path
Bike Path
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3m
5m
3.5m 3.
Native Trees and Plantings on Slope

Retaining Wall Streetcar with Green Track
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PROPOSED NORTH & SOUTH 31
GREENWAY EXTENSIONS
Ensuring safe and comfortable travel between False Creek and
the Fraser River for all ages and abilities is one of the City’s core
objectives. To determine the best route for northern and southern
extensions, we considered a broad range of criteria, including route
directness, connections to other bike routes, and road and intersection
characteristics.
PROPOSED NORTHERN GREENWAY EXTENSIONS TO FALSE CREEK
• Future walking route to Granville Island

under Fir St Off-Ramp
• Future walking/cycling route to False

Creek via Pine St and W 1st Ave
• Multiple future walking/cycling routes

to Granville Bridge via 5th Ave
PROPOSED SOUTHERN GREENWAY EXTENSIONS TO FRASER RIVER
• Multiple future extensions to the Fraser

River to include:
ÎÎ Hudson St Park
ÎÎ Fraser River Park
• Additional connections to:

ÎÎ Marine Dr Station via W 67th Ave
and W 68th Ave
ÎÎ Canada Line Bridge and Kent Ave
bike route (to be determined)
ÎÎ Arthur Laing Bridge / Richmond
* The City will continue to work with Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations as we explore
the connections to the Fraser River.
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FUNDING & DELIVERING 32
THE GREENWAY:
HOW WE FUND THE GREENWAY
In 2016, the City of Vancouver purchased

the Arbutus Corridor from Canadian
Pacific Rail (CPR) for the purpose of
creating a high-quality public space for
walking, cycling and future streetcar.
To help pay for the purchase and/or
development of the corridor, the City
intends to use the development of
“Excess Lands” lands that are part of
the Arbutus Corridor but not needed for
future greenway purposes.
The City is also looking at other funding

sources, such as:
• Strategic partnerships with senior

levels of government
• Community Amenity Contributions
• City of Vancouver Capital Plans
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THE GREENWAY: PURCHASE

AGREEMENT REQUIREMENTS
The Purchase Agreement between the City and CPR includes a number of requirements on
how the Arbutus Corridor must be planned and criteria for how Excess Land will be used.
Key sections include the following:
• Section 9.1: The City will expedite the planning process for greenway components:
Walking, cycling, and future light rail.
• Section 9.2: After the greenway design is complete, the City will commence a separate
planning process to determine future uses of any “Excess Lands” on the Arbutus
Corridor. Council’s approval will be required for any changes in land use.
• Section 11.1: The City has already determined that the area between West 1st Avenue
and West 5th Avenue will not be used for the future greenway. CPR has the option to
repurchase these lands from the City, provided that Council approves:
• Removing these lands from the Arbutus Corridor Official Development Plan
• Subdividing and rezoning the portion of lands that are removed, as applicable.
• Section 10: If CPR does not exercise its option to repurchase the lands between West 1st
Avenue and West 5th Avenue, then CPR will share in the proceeds of any sale of Excess
Lands.
A copy of the Purchase Agreement can be found at vancouver.ca/arbutusgreenway.
TERMS USED IN THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT

Excess Lands: Any portion of the Arbutus Corridor that is not needed for walking,
cycling, or future streetcar (light rail) uses as determined by the City.
Option Lands: The portion of the corridor between West 1st Avenue and West 5th
Avenue. CPR has the option to repurchase these lands.
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THE GREENWAY: IDENTIFYING

POTENTIAL EXCESS LANDS
As part of the project mandate, and to help fund and deliver the
greenway, City staff looked at potential opportunities for Excess
Lands based on the proposed design of the greenway.
KEY CONSIDERATIONS INCLUDE:

• Availability of space on the greenway:
The greenway is only 15-20 metres wide; the majority of this space is required for
walking, cycling, and future streetcar along with supporting amenities (e.g. lighting,
seating areas, and landscaping).
• Availability of space adjacent to the greenway:
This could potentially include other City-owned land and street right-of-way, provided
that direct vehicular access to neighbouring properties can be maintained.
• Site characteristics, such as the slope of the land, surrounding context, and adjacent
transportation requirements.
Based on preliminary review, Zone 5 in Kerrisdale is the only area along the corridor that
is identified as having potential for Excess Lands at this time. Note: this is in addition to the
Option Lands, which are located between West 1st Avenue and West 5th Avenue.
It is possible that additional Excess Lands will be identified elsewhere along the corridor
during detailed design of the greenway.
Any potential rezoning of Excess Lands would be considered in a future planning

process with public engagement and consideration of surrounding context, site
planning, access and other technical requirements.
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THE GREENWAY: LOCATION

OF POTENTIAL
EXCESS EXCESS
LANDS: Kerrisdale LANDS
EXCESS LANDS
W 37th Ave
Parcel A
W 38th Ave
W 38th Ave
W 39th Ave
W 39th Ave
Parcel B
W 40th Ave
W 40th Ave
W Boulevard
E Boulevard
W 41th Ave
To help pay for the purchase of the corridor, the City has identified potential “Excess
Lands” that are part of the Arbutus Corridor but are not needed for the greenway. At
present, potential Excess Lands have been identified in Kerrisdale between West 37th
Avenue and West 41st Avenue, and include a portion of adjacent City-owned lands
(currently serving as East Boulevard). Any potential rezoning of Excess Lands would
be considered in a future public process.
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THE GREENWAY:
LOCATION OF OPTION LANDS
EXCESS LANDS: W 1st to W 5th
Parcels Legend
Region
The City has determined that the area

between West 1st Avenue and West 5th
Avenue will not be used for the future
greenway. Staff identified a range of
W 1st Ave
engineering and safety constraints, such
as the impact of additional signalized
intersections on traffic, and therefore
recommended that the City look at
different routes to False Creek/ Granville
Island.
W 2nd Ave
These Options Lands will be removed
from the Arbutus Corridor Official
Development Plan and will retain their
existing zoning. Any potential rezoning
would be considered in a future public
process.
W 3rd Ave
If the lands are rezoned, CPR has the
option to repurchase these lands from
the City of Vancouver.
W 4th Ave
W 5th Ave
Granville St
Fir St
W 6th Ave
Note: The triangle-shaped parcel is located within the False Creek South Official Development Plan (FCS ODP),
and will remain within the FCS ODP.
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NEXT STEPS
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REFINE PROPOSED DESIGN FOR FUTURE GREENWAY

The project team will adjust the proposed design based on public input where feasible,
while taking into account technical and financial considerations. We will also continue
to work on the overall identity for the design of the greenway, which will shape its look
and feel.
PRESENT PROPOSED DESIGN TO CITY COUNCIL

The proposed design will be presented to Council for their consideration in summer
2018. If adopted, the proposed design will provide a framework for detailed design
and construction.
PHASED DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

The greenway will be constructed in phases to accommodate a variety of funding
strategies and changing circumstances. We anticipate that the project will take many
years to be fully constructed.
FOR MORE INFORMATION

KEEP IN vancouver.ca/arbutusgreenway
TOUCH! QUESTIONS:
arbutusgreenway@vancouver.ca
Phone: 3-1-1 TTY: 7-1-1
#arbutusgreenway
COLLABORATION WITH MUSQUEAM, 38
SQUAMISH AND TSLEIL-WAUTUTH

NATIONS
The City of Vancouver is situated on the unceded traditional territories of

Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh (MST). The Arbutus Greenway Team
is collaborating with MST Nations on the design and development of the
Arbutus Greenway, with a particular emphasis on the following topics:
NAMING AND VISIBILITY

English Bay
Use the Arbutus Greenway as a pilot project for

Indigenous naming and increasing the visibility of
adway
W Bro
MST culture, and explore opportunities to rename
the overall greenway and specific sections of the
greenway with traditional place names.
O
ak
Gr
an
St
vil
le
St
Dun
bar
st
WAYFINDING
St
W 41
SW
Develop a comprehensive signage package for the
Ma
rin
e
greenway, in English, hən̓q̓ əmin̓əm̓, and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh.
The package will:
Fras
er R
iver
• Help people navigate to destinations on and off

the greenway
Traditional Travel Routes
• Recognise sites with significant cultural and

historic importance to MST
• Increase the visibility of MST language and culture

on their territory
• Interprets events and tells stories of the corridor’s

past
Musqueam Street Signs, UBC
ETHNOBOTANY
Reintroduce native plants along the greenway
and add interpretative signage that highlights the
cultural value of the plants for MST.
PUBLIC ART
Help the City commission Indigenous public art for
installations along the Arbutus Greenway.
Fusion by Susan Point

at Cornish Ave and SW Marine Dr
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The Arbutus Greenway is a north-south transportation corridor that

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GREENWAYS PLAN TRANSPORTATION

ARBUTUS CORRIDOR HEALTHY CITY

PROJECT VISION & OBJECTIVE

ARBUTUS GREENWAY VISION

ARBUTUS GREENWAY PROJECT OBJECTIVES

3 Provide flexible, public spaces for people to gather, socialize,

4 Enable connections within and across neighbourhoods adjacent

5 As the City of Reconciliation, ensure the future Arbutus Greenway

6 Enhance the City’s biological diversity and urban ecology.

7 Engage and involve local stakeholders and citywide residents.

8 Ensure the Arbutus Greenway design is resilient and adaptable to

9 Allow the Arbutus Greenway to be constructed in phases,

WHERE WILL STREETCAR GO?

WHEN WILL STREETCAR

Some examples of design constraints and challenges Include:

Zone 3: The Ridge Zone 4: Woodland Bend

Zone 5: Kerrydale Pass Zone 6: Garden Path

Zone 7: Marpole Meander Zone 8: The Lookout

ZONE 1 | HARVEST TABLE

ZONE 1 | HARVEST TABLE

• Design shown for section between Burrard

• Newly constructed signalized crossings

ÎÎ Small plaza at Burrard St

• Wildlife habitat and raingardens

ZONE 1 | HARVEST TABLE

Flex Space Green Infrastructure

ZONE 2 | ELECTRIC ALLEY

ZONE 2 | ELECTRIC ALLEY

• Design shown for W 13th Ave

• Greenway width is 15 metres

ÎÎ Bus routes on W Broadway, Arbutus St

• Wildlife habitat and raingardens

ZONE 2 | ELECTRIC ALLEY

Frames for Lights/Public Art

Frames for Lights/Public Art

ZONE 3 | THE RIDGE

Green Infrastructure/ • Design shown for W 19th Ave

• Public realm improvements:

Arbutus St at W 20th Ave

• Wildlife habitat and raingardens

‘Slow’ pedestrian path,

ZONE 3 | THE RIDGE

Streetcar w green track

ZONE 4 | THE WOODLAND BEND

• Design shown for area directly

Nature Play area ÎÎ Bike routes on W King Edward

Seating Nook/ • Future signalized crossing at W

• Public realm improvements:

‘Slow’ pedestrian Northwest

ZONE 4 | THE WOODLAND BEND

Green Infrastructure/Rain garden

Nature Play Retaining Wall

Green Infrastructure/Rain garden

ZONE 5 | KERRYDALE PASS

• Design shown for W 40th Ave

• Greenway width is 20 metres

• Modified intersection design at

• Public realm improvements:

• Wildlife habitat and raingardens

‘Slow’ pedestrian path,