Alberta Street blue green system and Columbia Park renewal

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This photo of a rain garden next to a bike lane near Sunset Park is an example of what could be propose

The Cambie Corridor is experiencing growth, which is increasing demands on its drainage and sewer systems, parks, and public spaces. To address these demands and provide critical drainage services, park spaces, and transportation options for the neighborhood, the Alberta Street Blue Green System and Columbia Park Renewal Project will explore ways to improve Columbia Park, Alberta Street, and 43rd Avenue.

Project Principles:

  • Create a thriving urban ecosystem
  • Respect and celebrate water
  • Support a vibrant, active community
  • Maximize public open spaces

Blue green system on Alberta Street

Alberta Street (from West 37th Avenue to 45th Avenue) will be a park-like street, or blue green system, that provides a connection for people and urban wildlife between Queen Elizabeth Park and Columbia Park.

A blue green system is a network of connected park-like streets that manage water and land in a way that is inspired by nature and designed to replicate natural functions and provide ecosystem services. Learn more in our post on the important drainage functions of blue green systems.

Renewal of Columbia Park

Columbia Park is an important part of the Alberta Street blue green system and a key public benefit and priority for the Cambie Corridor Plan. Improvements are required to meet the current and future needs of this growing community including updating aging amenities, expanding uses, and creating more welcoming park spaces. By including space for green rainwater infrastructure, the park can continue to support a variety of uses with the added benefits of creating more habitat that supports increased biodiversity and greater access to nature in the park.

To learn more, you can:

1. Review the recommended concept design from Phase 3 (PDF 3 MB) and see how input from Phase 2 shaped the design.

2. Sign up with your email address to receive project updates.

Next Steps

The final master plan document will be completed in early 2025 for Park Board and City Council approval. The Alberta St Green Blue and Columbia Park Renewal project is not currently funded for implementation and funding will be considered through the 2027-2030 capital planning process.

The Cambie Corridor is experiencing growth, which is increasing demands on its drainage and sewer systems, parks, and public spaces. To address these demands and provide critical drainage services, park spaces, and transportation options for the neighborhood, the Alberta Street Blue Green System and Columbia Park Renewal Project will explore ways to improve Columbia Park, Alberta Street, and 43rd Avenue.

Project Principles:

  • Create a thriving urban ecosystem
  • Respect and celebrate water
  • Support a vibrant, active community
  • Maximize public open spaces

Blue green system on Alberta Street

Alberta Street (from West 37th Avenue to 45th Avenue) will be a park-like street, or blue green system, that provides a connection for people and urban wildlife between Queen Elizabeth Park and Columbia Park.

A blue green system is a network of connected park-like streets that manage water and land in a way that is inspired by nature and designed to replicate natural functions and provide ecosystem services. Learn more in our post on the important drainage functions of blue green systems.

Renewal of Columbia Park

Columbia Park is an important part of the Alberta Street blue green system and a key public benefit and priority for the Cambie Corridor Plan. Improvements are required to meet the current and future needs of this growing community including updating aging amenities, expanding uses, and creating more welcoming park spaces. By including space for green rainwater infrastructure, the park can continue to support a variety of uses with the added benefits of creating more habitat that supports increased biodiversity and greater access to nature in the park.

To learn more, you can:

1. Review the recommended concept design from Phase 3 (PDF 3 MB) and see how input from Phase 2 shaped the design.

2. Sign up with your email address to receive project updates.

Next Steps

The final master plan document will be completed in early 2025 for Park Board and City Council approval. The Alberta St Green Blue and Columbia Park Renewal project is not currently funded for implementation and funding will be considered through the 2027-2030 capital planning process.

CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.

The Alberta St Blue Green System and Columbia Park Renewal team is happy to answer any questions you may have about process, timelines, or engagement. Ask your questions here.

Questions will typically be answered within 2-5 business days. Questions and responses asked here are shared publicly. 

  • Share As part of the improvement on Alberta St for the Blue Green System, is it cost effective to build a traffic circle at 46th and Alberta to create a safer environment for cyclists, due to speeding in the area? Also, to place Yield signages at 45th and Alberta (45th Bikeway) to ensure motorist comply with the traffic circle? on Facebook Share As part of the improvement on Alberta St for the Blue Green System, is it cost effective to build a traffic circle at 46th and Alberta to create a safer environment for cyclists, due to speeding in the area? Also, to place Yield signages at 45th and Alberta (45th Bikeway) to ensure motorist comply with the traffic circle? on Twitter Share As part of the improvement on Alberta St for the Blue Green System, is it cost effective to build a traffic circle at 46th and Alberta to create a safer environment for cyclists, due to speeding in the area? Also, to place Yield signages at 45th and Alberta (45th Bikeway) to ensure motorist comply with the traffic circle? on Linkedin Email As part of the improvement on Alberta St for the Blue Green System, is it cost effective to build a traffic circle at 46th and Alberta to create a safer environment for cyclists, due to speeding in the area? Also, to place Yield signages at 45th and Alberta (45th Bikeway) to ensure motorist comply with the traffic circle? link

    As part of the improvement on Alberta St for the Blue Green System, is it cost effective to build a traffic circle at 46th and Alberta to create a safer environment for cyclists, due to speeding in the area? Also, to place Yield signages at 45th and Alberta (45th Bikeway) to ensure motorist comply with the traffic circle?

    corporatei asked over 3 years ago

    Hi there, at this time the project scope along Alberta St is from W 37th Ave to W 45th Ave and I'm afraid your request for a traffic circle is outside of the project scope. I have shared your request for the traffic circle and yield sign with the team and with a staff member of the Transportation Planning team. Thank you. 

  • Share The survery refers to "rolling": a number of times. What forms of transportation does this include? on Facebook Share The survery refers to "rolling": a number of times. What forms of transportation does this include? on Twitter Share The survery refers to "rolling": a number of times. What forms of transportation does this include? on Linkedin Email The survery refers to "rolling": a number of times. What forms of transportation does this include? link

    The survery refers to "rolling": a number of times. What forms of transportation does this include?

    M1 asked over 3 years ago

    Hi there, thanks for asking! Rolling refers to ways people can get around on wheeled devices such as skateboard and scooter. You can learn more about how the City is supporting active ways of getting round by visiting the Walk, Bike, Roll and Transit Vancouver.ca page at https://vancouver.ca/streets-transportation/walk-bike-and-transit.aspx

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