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Community saves Bruce field

by GRAHAM BRUCE PAC

The community came together to save the field at Graham Bruce Elementary. Photo by Melanie Cheng

At a private board meeting held on September 25, 2023, the Vancouver School Board trustees voted to suspend the subdivision of the Bruce field.

As a result of the City of Vancouver’s recent amendments to the zoning and development by-law, “Missing Middle” housing option (multiplex), this by-law is not only unprecedented, it may also impact long-term residential development and school enrolment across the City of Vancouver.

The Board has directed their staff to update the enrolment projections to the VSB’s long range facilities plan in relation to the city’s recent zoning changes and existing neighbourhood plans. However, the VSB may restart the plan to sell or lease it in the future.

On September 29, 2023, friends and families of Bruce community came together to rally at the VSB offices on West Broadway delivering all the signed petitions to the board. Children from Bruce Elementary School wrote thank you cards and they were all delivered to the school trustees. It was a beautiful sight to see.

Thank you cards from from Bruce Elementary School students were delivered to the school trustees.

The VSB has made it very clear in their letter dated September 25, 2023, to Bruce families that “[they] may consider restarting the engagement process relating to the proposed surplus declaration of the eastern portion of the Bruce field.”

They further indicate “We are committed to being open and transparent and will continue to provide updates in a timely manner.”

For now, we can breathe a sign of relief as the new 2023-2024 school year has started.

Please remember, this matter is temporarily on hold. If (and when) this does arise again, Bruce Elementary will need your help once again.

Please continue to inform family, friends and colleagues of this issue and continue to sign the petition at savebrucefield.com.

The Bruce PAC team would like to express its sincerest thanks to all for their support.

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November 2023 issue of RCC News is here

Even with the chilly days and frosty nights there’s lots happening in our neighbourhood to keep you out and about. The latest issue of the Renfrew-Collingwood Community News brings you heartwarming stories and lively events to keep you connected to your neighbours.

Renfrew-Collingwood Community News November 2023

Download the new issue.

In this issue:

  • We saved Bruce field
  • New exhibit at Il Museo: The Divine Gaze: An Exploration into Our Connection with the Divine and Ourselves
  • Remembrance Day 2023 with Branch 179 Grandview-Collingwood Legion
  • What’s guerrilla English?
  • Sports: Notre Dame Jr JV Girls volleyball team wins back-to-back championships
  • Photography: Songbird in the West End
  • Sustainable Building, Creek Celebration and Harvest Dyeing: A Trilogy of Community Events by Still Moon Arts

Do you have a local story to tell or an event to share? We’d love to hear about it! Email rccnews-editorial@cnh.bc.ca.

The deadline for the December 2023 issue is November 10.

We welcome story submissions from 300 to 400 words long. Accompanying photos must be high resolution in a jpg file at least 1 MB large and include a photo caption and the name of the photographer.


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The story of Big P

Amazing pumpkin has grown in size and also in the hearts of everyone at Three Links Manor

BY MARILYN FLETCHER

Pat Holm surveys Big P. The pumpkin’s growth continues to be a source of endless fascination. Photos courtesy of Three Links Manor

In a delightful turn of events, the senior residents at Three Links Manor at Renfrew and 22nd Avenue have sprouted their own giant pumpkin, affectionately named Big P, and it’s safe to say that this orange wonder has brought more joy than a cornucopia full of smiles.

It all began when the green-thumbed residents embarked on a gardening adventure by planting a few humble pumpkin seeds. Little did they know that their efforts would result in a rather plump pumpkin! Big P has become the talk of the manor, and every day, seniors gather around to admire their gargantuan creation.

Every day this summer and into fall, seniors at Three Links Manor gathered around to admire their gargantuan creation.

Amber Webber, Three Links Manor’s recreation coordinator, and Jake Goodman, the building manager, couldn’t be happier with the unexpected horticultural marvel. When asked about the surprise pumpkin, Amber quipped, “We may have accidentally summoned the Great Pumpkin; Big P has already grown much bigger than we could have imagined.”

As a resident-maintained gardening program, the seniors found creative ways to incorporate other veggies they’ve grown into their daily activities. Amber has integrated the fruits of their labour into cooking programs, including fresh juice making and marinara sauce making. It’s like having a harvest festival right in their own backyard! The pumpkins are bound to be a delicious and festive addition.

Residents are thrilled to be part of such a lively and vibrant community. There’s no denying that Big P has added a giant dose of laughter and camaraderie to their lives, and the pumpkin’s growth continues to be a source of endless fascination. The residents have high hopes that Big P will become the manor’s official jack-o’-lantern mascot. It seems that Big P has not only grown in size but also in the hearts of everyone at Three Links Manor.

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