West End commercial streets

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We are exploring walking and public space changes on the West End commercial streets. This is part of our commitment to deliver the West End Community Plan. Changes can improve walkability, strengthen public life and support local businesses on Davie, Robson, and Denman streets.

Davie Village: Space for people

In spring 2023, we engaged businesses and the public on their needs and aspirations for the West End commercial streets. We are now beginning to implement what we heard, starting with a proposed design for Davie Village. You can review the proposed design here.

• We heard strong interest in improving the walking and transit experience, while considering local vehicle needs on West End commercial streets. Read the West End Commercial Streets Engagement Summary Report (PDF, 7MB).
• In Davie Village, there was broad support for wider sidewalks, space to stroll, improved patios, healthier trees and a better transit experience. Read the engagement summary report for what we heard about Davie Village (PDF, 1MB).

Next steps

The public engagement phase for Davie Village: Space for people closed on Thursday, February 29, 2024. Thank you to everyone who provided feedback and attended our open house events.

Staff will now refine the proposed design based on your feedback. You can still review the proposed design and sign up for the West End Community Plan newsletter for more updates in the West End.

We will share more details about what we heard later in 2024.

Other West End commercial streets

Further engagement on Robson and Denman streets is anticipated to take place in 2025 and beyond.