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Elevator Proposed To Connect Granville Street Bridge To The Heart Of Granville Island

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Photo: Ashley Murphy / Flickr

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation have released an extensive plan to revamp the beloved Granville Island by 2040.

Granville Island 2040: Bridging Past & Future outlines a few solutions to improve the area – a hot topic of discussion in the city.

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Photo: Granville Island 2040

One of those changes includes building an elevator and staircase from the Granville Street bridge to the heart of of the island.

The project would cost a cool $6 million. By doing so, they’d improve access to the island and reduce vehicle traffic. One of the biggest issues Granville Island faces is traffic congestion.

In addition, they hope to build a new bridge across Alder Bay.

“This is a bold, comprehensive, long-term vision that addresses our challenges, initiates exciting new development, and fosters renewed passion for creativity and innovation,” said Evan Siddall, President & CEO, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). CMHC has managed Granville Island on behalf of the Government of Canada since its redevelopment in 1973.

The report sets out to make a number of other changes. They include:

  • Improve access
  • Expanding the public market and create a market district
  • Establishing a new Art and Innovation Hub
  • Creating a central plaza at the heart of the Island and more.

Siddall mentions that people love Granville Island as is, so there won’t be any drastic changes but just a few minor ones that will improve accessibility and boost the arts & culture scene.

Would you like to see an elevator connected to Granville Bridge? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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