There has been a rumour circulating that the Chinese Cultural Centre might get demolished and replaced by a 20-40 storey entertainment centre. It may sound absurd but there has been a proposal submitted to City Council to “review” the Heritage Area Height. The Chinese Cultural Centre is a staple in our city as it exemplifies our city’s acknowledgment of the historical importance of Chinese Canadians. To rid the city of such a landmark would put our society back fifty years. If you would like more information on the “Heritage Area Height Review” and also to voice your opinion on this situation, please visit: http://vancouver.ca/commsvcs/planning/hahr/.
You must register (it’s free of charge!) to attend the following workshops held at the Chinese Cultural Centre, Multi-purpose hall, 50 East Pender Street on Thursday, April 23, 2009, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm and Tuesday, April 28, 2009, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, and at the Jenny Pentland Place, 540 East Hastings Street on Thursday, April 30, 2009, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
If you cannot make those times, there will be an open house (no registration required) held at the Interurban Gallery, 9 East Hastings Street on Sunday, May 3, 2009, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, and Monday, May 4, 2009, 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
To register, just send an email to: hahr@vancouver.ca
