Big step forward for public safety in Vancouver.
The Province has approved a new VPD training academy at Woodwardโs โ helping train the next generation of officers and strengthening safety in Gastown.
Quick update from the site ๐ฅ
Great eve at The Next Stage celebrating Vancouverโs live music community. Enjoyed performances by Desirรฉe Dawson and Luca Fogale. Appreciated insights from Neesha Hothi, Jennifer M. Sloan, Jane Talbot & CLMA CEO Erin Benjamin moderating. Proud to support the people building our cityโs music future.
Great to attend the launch of C Market Coffee on Main St @ 36th Ave โ their 1st Vancouver location in the growing Little Mountain neighbourhood. Delighted to bring greetings from and welcome them to the City.
Congrats to CEO Bridgette Hyun, whose vision shines through in every detail of the space.
A quick look at the positive progress happening at City Hall โ from safety and schools to childcare and local business support. Watch here ๐
Pink Shirt Day calls on all of us to stand for kindness and inclusion in Vancouver. Bullying has no place in our schools, workplaces, or online spaces, and small acts of respect can make a real difference in someoneโs day. Proud to mark this day with our community.
Today in Council, I marked the 4th anniversary of Russiaโs illegal invasion of Ukraine.
We honour the courage of those defending their homeland and their freedom.
Slava Ukraini. ๐บ๐ฆ
#StandWithUkraine #SlavaUkraini
Council day in the most beautiful city in the world. @CityofVancouver ๐โ๏ธ
The Spring Festival Parade in Chinatown is always a highlight โ so many smiling faces out to celebrate, rain or shine. Honoured to take part in the redโenvelope tradition and share in the joy of Lunar New Year. ๆฐๅนดๅฟซไน!
Childish. Iโm reminded of the famous Churchill statement.
In War: Resolution,
In Defeat: Defiance,
In Victory: Magnanimity
In Peace: Good Will.
Grateful to join Gaia Cares Society for their Lunar New Year celebration with 250 Chinatown seniors. Percy, Eva, and their team do remarkable work supporting elders with care and dignity. Proud to be part of it. ๆฐๅนดๅฟซไน!
Proud to serve as Mayor Simโs designate on the BC Urban Mayors Caucus. This week the caucus shared its response to the provincial budget, highlighting concerns around longโterm care, child care, and the Community Housing Fund, and the importance of provincialโlocal collaboration.
Grateful to join the PROSPER Policy Roundtable this week to learn about Albertaโs recovery model and explore how prevention, education, and a culture of recovery can support better outcomes in B.C. Important conversations with people committed to restoring safety, dignity & hope in our communities.
Grateful to attend the Consul General of Japanโs annual reception celebrating the Emperorโs birthday. A wonderful opportunity to connect with the Japanese Canadian community and honour the deep cultural ties between Japan and Vancouver.
Joined the Invest Vancouver team at a GVBOT event this week for a strong discussion on national housing and economic initiatives with Minister Gregor Robertson. These federalโlocal connections matter for Vancouverโs growth and resilience. Appreciated the chance to be part of it.
Sugar - Copper Blue
#MusicSky #VinylSky #VinylCommunity #NowSpinning
Great to tour Britannia again with board director Craig Ollenberger and talk about how Council can help renew this 50โyearโold site into a modern, vibrant community hub. Grateful for Craigโs ongoing advocacy and insight.
Always great connecting with our downtown champions at @DowntownVan. Council is committed to tackling street disorder on Granville, streamlining patio applications, and expanding childcare in the downtown core. Grateful for the collaboration as we build a more vibrant and welcoming city.
A real privilege to get a moment of PM Mark Carneyโs undivided attention. Councillor Lenny Zhou & I spoke with him about Vancouverโs priorities โ especially growing economic opportunities โ and I thanked him for his work elevating Canadaโs brand on the global stage. Grateful for the conversation. ๐จ๐ฆ
I broke out my coveted #Vancouver2010 Olympics red mittens in recognition of our Canadian athletes giving their all in #MilanoCortinaOlympics2026.
A heartbreaking loss. But we love our Canadian Womenโs Hockey team so much. ๐
Great to join Mayor Ken Sim and Council for a hardโhat tour of the Broadway Subway Project. Incredible engineering โ including a tunnel linking SkyTrain and the Canada Line 20 metres underground.
A true gameโchanger for Vancouver. ๐
City land is one of Vancouverโs most powerful tools for funding fire halls, senior centres, pools, and rinksโwithout raising taxes.
When that approach was voted down, I asked staff what it means for our infrastructure future. This clip explains why that choice matters.
Imamat Day Mubarak to Vancouverโs Ismaili community.
Iโm grateful to count many friends from this community, and to celebrate shared values of service, compassion, and pluralism on this first Imamat Day under the leadership of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V.
Hopeful๐คthat this new deal between the province & @whitecapsfc.com will be the bridge needed to allow the team to thrive while plans take shape for building a purpose built stadium at Hastings Park.โฝ๏ธ๐๏ธ
This morning in the council chamber, Mayor & Council joined members of Vancouverโs Black community to proclaim Black History Month in our city.
February is a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions Black Canadians have made โ and continue to make โ to our country.
#BHM2026
A busy week ahead at Vancouver City Hall.
From community safety and affordability, to resilience and economic strength โ hereโs a quick look at what Council will be working on this week and why it matters for Vancouver residents.
#Vancouver #vanpoli #publicsafety #affordability #community
๐ฌ My January Councillor Update is live. As we start 2026, my focus at City Hall remains clear: public safety, affordability, and a strong local economy.
Thanks for reading, and as always, I welcome your feedback.
mikeklassen.ca/2026/02/janu...
Attended AME Roundup 2026 with Councillors Lenny Zhou & Lisa Dominatoโwho delivered a fantastic opening on behalf of the City.
The theme, Minerals for a Changing World, highlights how responsible exploration supports climate goals, economic growth, and strong communities.
Great conversations! โ๏ธ๐
Vancouver recognizes January 29th as the Day of Remembrance and Action Against Islamophobia.
We honour the victims of the Quebec City Mosque attack and stand in solidarity with our Muslim communities.
A safer, more respectful city is our shared responsibility.
#EndIslamophobia
No. Itโs 300 block West 2nd Avenue.๐
Thatโs a wrap on a 13-hour work day. Really pleased about Councilโs unanimous decision tonight in support of hundreds of rental homes 400 metres from the Olympic Village Canada Line station, plus a $5.5 million contribution. Proud of our @Vote4ABC team & thankful to everyone who works at the City.
