November 1, 2024
Menzies Pet Hospital to Revitalize Former Broadway Supermarket Site
Menzies Pet Hospital plans a new two-story clinic on First Avenue, blending modern design with neighbourhood charm at the former Broadway Supermarket site.
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October 22, 2024
City of Chilliwack Selects MQN Architects for New Multi-Use Recreation Facility
The City of Chilliwack has awarded a $226,485 design contract to MQN Architects for a new multi-use facility next to the Landing Sports Centre, addressing growing community demand for additional indoor recreation and event space.
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October 21, 2024
Chilliwack’s OCP Review Has Begun – Now Is the Time to Get Involved!
Chilliwack’s OCP review is underway. Even if it feels like a quiet start, this is your chance to help guide the process and ensure it’s something the city can truly benefit from. Let’s make sure we get the value out of it that Chilliwack deserves.
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October 9, 2024
Chilliwack's Design Review Advisory Committee Weighs in on Proposed Yale Road Gas Station
The Design Review Committee raised concerns about a proposed gas station on Yale Road, focusing on parking layout, traffic impacts, light pollution, and preserving the area’s rural character. Recommendations included design revisions, a Traffic Impact Assessment, and measures to reduce noise pollution.
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October 5, 2024
Vedder & Alma Development Faces Decision on October 8 Amid Park Funding and Traffic Concerns
With a decision looming on October 8, the Vedder & Alma project has strong business support but faces concerns about traffic, affordability, and park funding. Council must weigh these issues carefully before moving forward.
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October 5, 2024
Could This Be Chilliwack's First True High-Rise? Prime Downtown Site Hits the Market
A 0.63-acre site in downtown Chilliwack is up for sale, with plans for a potential 18-storey mixed-use high-rise. Could this be the city’s first true skyscraper? The future buyer will decide.
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September 3, 2024
Chilliwack City Council Approves 31-Unit Development Amid Accusations of Poor Communication and Lack of Transparency
Chilliwack City Council approved a 31-unit townhouse development at 5725 Promontory Road despite neighbour concerns about transparency and site plan changes. The approval followed discussions about zoning, landscaping, and the need for collaboration between the developer and local residents.
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September 3, 2024
Official Community Plan Update Begins Amid Concerns Over Provincial Mandates and Housing Affordability
The City of Chilliwack's OCP update, driven by provincial mandates, faces skepticism from Council members over its impact on housing affordability and public understanding. Residents are urged to engage in shaping the city’s future through this critical process.
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August 24, 2024
Province of British Columbia Mandates Aggressive Housing Targets for Chilliwack
The BC government’s new housing mandate requires Chilliwack to deliver 4,594 housing units in five years, sparking tension between provincial targets and the city’s existing plans. While the province emphasizes urgency, local officials worry about rushed decisions that may overlook Chilliwack’s unique challenges.
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August 21, 2024
New Classrooms Coming to A.D. Rundle Middle School to Support Chilliwack’s Growing Population
A.D. Rundle Middle School will expand with 12 new classrooms, adding 300 seats to accommodate Chilliwack's growth. The $18 million project, part of a broader infrastructure effort, will increase the school's capacity to 750 students.
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August 20, 2024
City of Chilliwack Council Rejects Rezoning Application for 74-Unit Apartment Building at Yale Road and Carleton Street
On August 20, 2024, Chilliwack City Council voted against a rezoning application for a 74-unit apartment building at Yale Road and Carleton Street. Concerns about neighbourhood character, safety, and infrastructure led to the defeat, despite alignment with the 2040 OCP.
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August 19, 2024
City of Chilliwack Prepares for August 20, 2024 Council Meeting: Key Development and Community Issues on the Agenda
The Chilliwack City Council meeting on August 20, 2024, will cover key issues, including awarding a contract for hazardous waste collection, multiple rezoning applications, a liquor licence application for a local business, and an Official Community Plan amendment proposal.
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