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9. Robson Square Complex (1973-79)

2009

800 Hornby Street Robson Square is home to the Arthur Erickson-designed provincial buildings that put Vancouver on the map. Proposed changes to internationally-famous Robson Square threaten its design integrity. Threat What is the threat to Robson Square? The...

10. Hollow Tree (Stanley Park) [saved]

2009

The Park Board’s lack of interest in playing a stewardship role for the long term protection of this cultural icon threatensThe Hollow Tree. Threat What is the threat to The Hollow Tree? Lack of awareness of its long and important history currently threatens The...

Introduction – 2008 Top10 Watch List

2008

Welcome to the 8th Annual Heritage Vancouver Top Ten Endangered Sites. Released during National Heritage Week, our Top Ten list is anticipated by many as the ‘word on the street’ for the city’s threatened heritage resources. The list includes sites...

1. Burrard Bridge (1932) (again, for 7th year)

2008

Now over 75 years old, the venerable Burrard Bridge is one of Vancouver’s true landmarks. This stunning structure, the ceremonial entrance to both downtown Vancouver and False Creek, has been evaluated as an ‘A’ on the City’s Heritage Register. The...

2. Vancouver Schools – General Gordon Elementary [Lost]

2008

2896 West 6th Avenue; plus many other schools One of the most striking elements of Vancouver’s Heritage landscape is the sprinkling of landmark heritage schools throughout the city. Each has its own unique story, harbours shared memories and is cherished by members of...