Christ Church Cathedral Raises The Roof

If you've walked by the corner of Burrard and Georgia lately, it's been impossible not to notice the massive scaffolding structure surrounding Christ Church Cathedral. This church, which opened over a hundred years ago is in the process of building a new zinc standing seam roof, adding an all-new illuminated glass bell spire, and expanding its community outreach kitchen which feeds about 100 people a day nine months of the year. A massive fundraising campaign "Raise The Roof, Ring The Bells, Feed The Hungry!" has been working on raising 7.5 million dollars to cover the renovations.

Rush Hour Commute Come To A Stop On Granville St As Bus Clips Fire Truck

If you were wondering why buses weren't moving during the afternoon rush hour it's because a transit bus got a little too close to a fire truck parked outside the Hudson Bay store on Georgia and Granville.  As buses backed up in both directions, commuters had to wait for firefighters to return from their call before things could be sorted out.

Heaps Of Wrecked Cars Spewing From Old Growth Cedar Tree: Trans Am Totem by Marcus Bowcott

Even though it looks like it might be part of the movie set for the movie Deadpool, filming off of the Georgia Viaduct starting April 5th and starring hometown boy Ryan Reynolds it in fact has nothing to do with it.  Trans Am Totem by Marcus Bowcott is the latest installation of Vancouver's 2014 -2016 Biennale Public Art exhibition. Having brought us displays by world famous artists such as Os Gemeos  and Yue Minjun , this 10 meter high, 11,340 kilogram sculpture of five scrap cars and a cedar tree can now be added to the list of outdoor art in Vancouver.

More East Vancouver Fences

Earlier in the month I came across a backyard fence that was made from old discarded skis (see link). Today while out I discovered another unusual fence this time decorated with old rusted tools.

Granville Gardens: What's Left 6 Months After The Fire

Less than six months after a major fire broke out at the construction site of the nearly completed Seniors Residence Granville Gardens, this is all that remains today. The residence, located at Granville St.  and 49th Ave. in Vancouver has been demolished with only a small wooden structure and  underground parkade still intact.

Ski Fence: East Vancouver

I love this idea.  A great way to repurpose discarded skis.