A quick update from Vancouver City Hall. Housing, economic opportunity, and important planning decisions shaping our city’s future. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Spring Break! 🌸

My February Councillor Update is now live! It was a memorable month — from Lunar New Year celebrations across Vancouver to a brief but meaningful conversation with Prime Minister Mark Carney about our city’s future. I invite you to take a moment to read the update. mikeklassen.ca/2026/03/febr...

On #InternationalWomensDay, I’m grateful for the incredible women I work with at the City of Vancouver. Proud to serve alongside Councillors Lisa Dominato and Sarah Kirby‑Yung, whose leadership and commitment to our city inspire every day.

Big step forward for public safety in Vancouver. The Province has approved a new VPD training academy at Woodward’s — helping train the next generation of officers and strengthening safety in Gastown. Quick update from the site 🎥

Great eve at The Next Stage celebrating Vancouver’s live music community. Enjoyed performances by Desirée Dawson and Luca Fogale. Appreciated insights from Neesha Hothi, Jennifer M. Sloan, Jane Talbot & CLMA CEO Erin Benjamin moderating. Proud to support the people building our city’s music future.

Great to attend the launch of C Market Coffee on Main St @ 36th Ave — their 1st Vancouver location in the growing Little Mountain neighbourhood. Delighted to bring greetings from and welcome them to the City. Congrats to CEO Bridgette Hyun, whose vision shines through in every detail of the space.

A quick look at the positive progress happening at City Hall — from safety and schools to childcare and local business support. Watch here 👇

Pink Shirt Day calls on all of us to stand for kindness and inclusion in Vancouver. Bullying has no place in our schools, workplaces, or online spaces, and small acts of respect can make a real difference in someone’s day. Proud to mark this day with our community.

Today in Council, I marked the 4th anniversary of Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine. We honour the courage of those defending their homeland and their freedom. Slava Ukraini. 🇺🇦 #StandWithUkraine #SlavaUkraini

Council day in the most beautiful city in the world. @CityofVancouver 😊☀️

The Spring Festival Parade in Chinatown is always a highlight — so many smiling faces out to celebrate, rain or shine. Honoured to take part in the red‑envelope tradition and share in the joy of Lunar New Year. 新年快乐!

Childish. I’m reminded of the famous Churchill statement. In War: Resolution, In Defeat: Defiance, In Victory: Magnanimity In Peace: Good Will.

Grateful to join Gaia Cares Society for their Lunar New Year celebration with 250 Chinatown seniors. Percy, Eva, and their team do remarkable work supporting elders with care and dignity. Proud to be part of it. 新年快乐!

Proud to serve as Mayor Sim’s designate on the BC Urban Mayors Caucus. This week the caucus shared its response to the provincial budget, highlighting concerns around long‑term care, child care, and the Community Housing Fund, and the importance of provincial–local collaboration.

Grateful to join the PROSPER Policy Roundtable this week to learn about Alberta’s recovery model and explore how prevention, education, and a culture of recovery can support better outcomes in B.C. Important conversations with people committed to restoring safety, dignity & hope in our communities.

Grateful to attend the Consul General of Japan’s annual reception celebrating the Emperor’s birthday. A wonderful opportunity to connect with the Japanese Canadian community and honour the deep cultural ties between Japan and Vancouver.

Joined the Invest Vancouver team at a GVBOT event this week for a strong discussion on national housing and economic initiatives with Minister Gregor Robertson. These federal–local connections matter for Vancouver’s growth and resilience. Appreciated the chance to be part of it.

Sugar - Copper Blue #MusicSky #VinylSky #VinylCommunity #NowSpinning

Great to tour Britannia again with board director Craig Ollenberger and talk about how Council can help renew this 50‑year‑old site into a modern, vibrant community hub. Grateful for Craig’s ongoing advocacy and insight.

Always great connecting with our downtown champions at @DowntownVan. Council is committed to tackling street disorder on Granville, streamlining patio applications, and expanding childcare in the downtown core. Grateful for the collaboration as we build a more vibrant and welcoming city.

A real privilege to get a moment of PM Mark Carney’s undivided attention. Councillor Lenny Zhou & I spoke with him about Vancouver’s priorities — especially growing economic opportunities — and I thanked him for his work elevating Canada’s brand on the global stage. Grateful for the conversation. 🇨🇦

I broke out my coveted #Vancouver2010 Olympics red mittens in recognition of our Canadian athletes giving their all in #MilanoCortinaOlympics2026. A heartbreaking loss. But we love our Canadian Women’s Hockey team so much. 💔

Great to join Mayor Ken Sim and Council for a hard‑hat tour of the Broadway Subway Project. Incredible engineering — including a tunnel linking SkyTrain and the Canada Line 20 metres underground. A true game‑changer for Vancouver. 🚇

City land is one of Vancouver’s most powerful tools for funding fire halls, senior centres, pools, and rinks—without raising taxes. When that approach was voted down, I asked staff what it means for our infrastructure future. This clip explains why that choice matters.

Imamat Day Mubarak to Vancouver’s Ismaili community. I’m grateful to count many friends from this community, and to celebrate shared values of service, compassion, and pluralism on this first Imamat Day under the leadership of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V.

Hopeful🤞that this new deal between the province & @whitecapsfc.com will be the bridge needed to allow the team to thrive while plans take shape for building a purpose built stadium at Hastings Park.⚽️🏟️

This morning in the council chamber, Mayor & Council joined members of Vancouver’s Black community to proclaim Black History Month in our city. February is a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions Black Canadians have made — and continue to make — to our country. #BHM2026

A busy week ahead at Vancouver City Hall. From community safety and affordability, to resilience and economic strength — here’s a quick look at what Council will be working on this week and why it matters for Vancouver residents. #Vancouver #vanpoli #publicsafety #affordability #community

📬 My January Councillor Update is live. As we start 2026, my focus at City Hall remains clear: public safety, affordability, and a strong local economy. Thanks for reading, and as always, I welcome your feedback. mikeklassen.ca/2026/02/janu...

Attended AME Roundup 2026 with Councillors Lenny Zhou & Lisa Dominato—who delivered a fantastic opening on behalf of the City. The theme, Minerals for a Changing World, highlights how responsible exploration supports climate goals, economic growth, and strong communities. Great conversations! ⚒️🌍

Vancouver recognizes January 29th as the Day of Remembrance and Action Against Islamophobia. We honour the victims of the Quebec City Mosque attack and stand in solidarity with our Muslim communities. A safer, more respectful city is our shared responsibility. #EndIslamophobia

That’s a wrap on a 13-hour work day. Really pleased about Council’s unanimous decision tonight in support of hundreds of rental homes 400 metres from the Olympic Village Canada Line station, plus a $5.5 million contribution. Proud of our @Vote4ABC team & thankful to everyone who works at the City.

Vancouver marks January 27th as International Holocaust Remembrance Day. We remember the six million Jewish lives lost and stand united against rising antisemitism. Our commitment: safeguard every community member and work toward a future rooted in dignity and respect. #NeverForget #NeverAgain

🎶 Big win for Vancouver’s music heritage. The iconic Mushroom Studio sign has been saved and will be restored by the Museum of Vancouver. Huge 🙏 to Valerie Biggin for championing this & to Squire Barnes for keeping the story alive. Proud to support projects that honour what makes Vancouver unique.✨

Thrilled to see the iconic Mushroom Studios sign saved and heading to the Museum of Vancouver. Huge thanks to Valerie Biggin for championing this effort. The studio helped shape Canadian music for decades. Proud to help preserve this piece of Vancouver’s cultural history.

🎓 I had the pleasure of joining fellow UBC alumni at the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs for a panel discussion moderated by Professor Max Cameron on the path from campus to public office. Our dialogue focused on how UBC students can envision themselves as future civic leaders.

A busy week ahead at Vancouver City Council. From public washroom access and arts funding, to housing, childcare, and downtown planning — here’s a quick look at what’s coming up and why it matters. 🎥 Watch for a 60-second rundown. #Vancouver #CityCouncil #vanpoli

More childcare spaces are opening across Vancouver — including a former duplex now home to 32 new spaces. Thanks to updated regulations led by Councillor Lisa Dominato and supported by council, residential‑based childcare is becoming easier to build where families need it most. More progress ahead!

📉 Housing + rents down 📉 Crime down 📉 Overdose deaths down These improvements come from the same data sources critics have cited for years—and they show ABC Vancouver’s policies are working. And while it takes time for perceptions to shift, the numbers tell a clear story: progress is happening.

🇵🇭✨ Mabuhay! Honoured to join Vancouver’s Filipino community for the Filipino Cultural Centre site unveiling. Huge thanks to the Filipino Legacy Society for leading this vision. Proud to stand with MLA Mable Elmore and Councillor Sarah Kirby‑Yung in support.

Wrapping up 2025 with gratitude and optimism. Council focused on affordability, safety, and local jobs. 2026 will be a big year for Vancouver as we host seven matches of the FIFA World Cup and welcome global events like Web Summit. Honoured to serve the people of Vancouver.

I supported the DTES Housing Plan because doing nothing wasn’t neutral. Aging buildings have continued to deteriorate while replacement stalled. This plan enables SRO replacement, strengthens tenant protections, and creates real pathways toward safer, more livable homes in the Downtown Eastside.

For those who want one more charming holiday greeting, there's Christopher Gaze's beautifully delivered Vancouver-themed 'Night Before Christmas' www.youtube.com/watch?v=o133... @bardonthebeach.bsky.social

Our city shines because of the people who call it home. Our neighbours, volunteers, small businesses, community leaders, and everyone working to make Vancouver better every day. Wishing you a season filled with connection, warmth, and renewal 🎄✨

Tonight we joined Vancouver’s Jewish community for the Silber Family Agam Menorah lighting. Amid the heartbreaking violence in Sydney, this ceremony reminded us that #Hanukkah’s light is stronger than hate. Grateful to the Silber family and Chabad Lubavitch BC for bringing us together in unity. 🕯️

On the eve of Hanukkah, we mourn the devastating act of terror at Bondi Beach that claimed innocent lives and targeted a community in celebration. Vancouver stands in solidarity with our Jewish neighbours against antisemitism. May the lights of Hanukkah shine ever brighter in the face of darkness. 🕯️

Today Council unanimously supported my amendment in today’s budget deliberations. We’ve reallocated $800,000 from the City’s existing budget to make sure Community Centre recreation fees stay at 0% increase in 2026. This means admission, passes, lessons, programs, and permits remain affordable.

It’s Remembrance Day in Canada. I will be attending ceremonies in several communities today on behalf of the City of Vancouver. Please take a moment to reflect upon the sacrifices of so many for the freedoms we enjoy today. #LestWeForget

Thank you to the students, teachers and parent volunteers for adorning the front lawn at City Hall with Remembrance Day poppies. It is a beautiful tribute to those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for Canada 🇨🇦 #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay

Hard hat day at Brightside Homes’ Sunrise Village — a new affordable housing project at Renfrew & Venables for all ages. 👷‍♂️🏗️ Built to Passive House standards toward net-zero, it’s a model for sustainable, inclusive housing in #Vancouver. 🌇🌱 #AffordableHousing