Park Board Committee Meeting December 12, 2016
CHAIR’S REPORT Commissioners in the
Community
Nov 30: NEFC Park Design Creekside Park
Chair Kirby-Yung announced the hiring of the acclaimed New York based firm, James Corner Field
Operations, to design the Creekside Park Extension in Northeast False Creek
Dec 1: Hockey Canada World Juniors Announcement Rogers Arena
Vancouver and Victoria have been selected to host the 2019 IIHF World Juniors Hockey
Tournament. Commissioners with Megan Acosta, Trevor Linden, Councillor Louie and Donnie Rosa.
Dec 1: Festival of Lights Opening Event VanDusen Botanical Garden
Commissioners attended the annual Festival of Lights opening at VanDusen Botanical Garden. With
Make a Wish Foundation Director of Communications, Stuart Chase.
Dec 1: Odd Squad Fundraiser The Imperial Theatre
Chair Kirby-Yung attended an annual fundraiser for Odd Squad to support prevention outreach and
programs for youth against drugs and gangs. With Executive Director, Tony Hinton and President
Diana Zappa.
Dec 3: Lumière Reception Morton Park & Jim Deva Plaza
Chair Kirby-Yung attended the lighting of Luna the Whale at Morton Park. With Lumière founders
Stephane Mouttet and Shelley Hayashi along with Councillor Deal.
Dec 3: Santa’s Breakfast West End Community Centre
Commissioner Crawford attended the Annual Breakfast with Santa at the West End Community
Centre
Dec 7: Christmas Party Kerrisdale Community Centre
Commissioners Crawford and Mackinnon attended the Kerrisdale Community Centre Society’s
annual Christmas Party to thank the staff and volunteers
Dec 8: Holiday Heights at Bloedel Opening Night Bloedel Conservatory
Commissioners attended opening night of Holiday Heights at Bloedel, a new event at the
Conservatory. With Lee Richmond, Cambie Village Business Association, Shawn Mitchell, and Rich
Hankin from VanDusen Garden Association