Development and Growth Archives

The Departure Bay walkway has been decades in the making. Will it ever get built?

By Julie Chadwick ● Nanaimo ● November 10, 2021 August 4, 2022

Ever since Nanaimo’s iconic downtown waterfront walkway was developed, the city has planned to extend it. But critics say the barriers to building it are only getting bigger.

Loss in court highlights need for mining reform, Highlands group says

By Shalu Mehta ● West Shore ● July 17, 2021 August 16, 2022

In a recent decision regarding a Highlands rock quarry permit, a B.C. Court of Appeal judge acknowledges the limitations in current legislation to consider climate change. SEO: Highlands

‘Make room for everyone:’ Why density could be key to liveability in Langford

By Shalu Mehta ● Vancouver Island ● July 2, 2021 August 16, 2022

Developments like My Belmont in Langford are part of the answer to ongoing growth pressures, an expert says.

The top solution to West Shore traffic woes? A dedicated bus lane, this expert says

By Shalu Mehta ● West Shore ● June 19, 2021 August 16, 2022

“An absolute nightmare:” Improving the public transit experience is good for car drivers, too.

Consider climate change, Highlanders argue in quarry court appeal

By Shalu Mehta ● West Shore ● June 11, 2021 August 16, 2022

The Highlands District Community Association argues climate change should have been taken into account when considering a permit for the O.K. Industries quarry operation.

Make space for the arts in new development, West Shore groups urge

By Nina Grossman ● West Shore ● June 4, 2021 August 16, 2022

These advocates say developers, municipalities and arts groups must come together to build a vibrant cultural future for West Shore communities.

Mining reform needed to prevent costly conflicts, advocates say

By Shalu Mehta ● West Shore ● May 29, 2021 August 16, 2022

The Highlands’ fight over an impending gravel quarry has implications for communities across B.C. and beyond.

Downtown Langford development aims to boost local arts

By Shalu Mehta ● West Shore ● May 14, 2021 August 16, 2022

Langford residents applaud the revitalization plans but say they hope they’ll get a say and that their concerns over neighbourhood safety will be addressed.

Towards an affordable and liveable West Shore

By Nina Grossman ● West Shore ● May 7, 2021 August 16, 2022

Experts say pro-development policies need to pair with thoughtful planning to ensure a bright and affordable future for Langford and its fast-growing neighbours.

The Highlanders: A community unites against urban incursion

By Shalu Mehta ● West Shore ● April 24, 2021 August 16, 2022

From the beginning, the District of Highlands was envisioned as a forested refuge away from urban bustle. This is how residents are fighting to keep it that way.