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Chinatown Memorial Square Redesign Phase 3: Proposed Design Concepts Survey

We want to improve Chinatown Memorial Square as a vibrant and inter-generational public space. The new design will be flexible, accessible and inclusive. It will also enhance the cultural and historic character of the neighbourhood. 

Three design concepts were created and shaped by what we have heard from the community, interest holders, and people from across Vancouver.  Your feedback on the three design concepts will help us develop a final design concept. 


Share your feedback
 Each design concept includes unique furniture, plants, and other design elements. We’d like to hear your thoughts:

  • What elements do you like most about each design concept?
  • Which design elements best reflect Chinatown’s identity, history, and cultural heritage?
  • Is there anything you would change or want us to consider?


We want to hear from you! 

  • This survey will take 10-20 minutes to complete.
  • The survey will remain open until Wednesday April 30, 2025
  • Your responses will be confidential. 


Before you start! (see information boards 1 to 8)

All of the proposed design concepts include these elements: 

  • Larger plaza with new curbs and curb ramps 
  • New trees within the plaza 
  • New lighting
  • New plaza furniture
  • New paving 
  • New commemorative Plaques


Three design concepts

This survey includes eight main questions: two for each design concept and two general questions. We have also included a few questions to learn more about you.

a) Healing plants paving pattern
b) Fixed seating along the edges of Memorial Square
c) Groupings of trees for shade
d) Fixed in place tables
e) Poles and wires for temporary event lighting
f) Overall layout and design
g) Ability to host events and activities
a) 'Salt marsh' paving pattern with areas of darker 'island' paving
b) Fixed seating shaded by trees in the darker 'island' paving
c) Planted groups of Three Friends in Winter trees (pine, bamboo and plum)
d) Seated etched with pine, bamboo and plum design
e) Overall layout and design
f) Ability to host events and activities
a) ‘Dragon scale’ paving pattern
b) Winding yellow-coloured ground paving band
c) Curved form seating following the shape of the coloured ground paving band
d) Wood pattern on seating textured to resemble grass and incense
e) Group of trees for shade
f) Poles and wires for temporary event lighting
g) Overall layout and design
h) Ability to host events and activities

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About You

Our goal is to engage with a diverse group of people and perspectives. The following questions help us understand how the feedback we receive represents the community and who we have reached. It will not be used to identify individuals. You are welcome to select ‘prefer not to say’ to any of these questions. The City of Vancouver’s privacy policy explains our commitment to protecting your privacy.

10.  

Which Vancouver neighbourhood do you live in? (Select one)

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11.  

What is your connection to Chinatown Memorial Square (select all that apply)

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12.  

What age group do you belong to? (Select one)

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13.  

Do you identify as a person with a disability, medical condition, or other mobility constraint that affects your ability to move in and around Chinatown Memorial Square? (Select one)

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14.  

How do you describe your gender identity? (Select one)

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15.  

What do you consider your main ethnic origin or that of your ancestors? (Select all that apply)

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16.  

How do you describe your housing situation? (Select one)

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17.  

Which category best describes your annual household income before taxes? (Select one)

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