After a long construction phase on West Broadway, we now have some beautiful new sidewalks, beautifully designed medallions, and a vibrant sense of community!

Recently, the WBBA Directors were proud to unveil the new dedication monument recognizing contributing members from the community for their support of our beautiful new sidewalk medallions.

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There are many projects and events that we are proud to be working on for the community.

Join our Association and you can benefit from many advantages as a member of the WBBA.

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In The Community

Sad Loss in the West Broadway Community –
Lorne "Ace" Atkinson Dies at 88

Lorne passed away peacefully at home Friday morning. He is survived by his wife Evie, son Dan (Val), daughter Jan (George) and grandchildren Brian, Leanne and Shay. Ace was born in Vancouver. As a teen he began cycle racing under the guidance of his father, Charlie.

He was ranked among the top Canadian cycling athletes of his era (Olympic Games 1948, British Empire Games 1954) and continued to ride aggressively well into his 70's. Lorne's cycling legacy is featured at the BC Sports Hall of Fame. Ace owned and operated Vancouver's Ace Cycles for over 60 years. Competitive and casual bike riders sought his knowledge which was given freely often with sincere, fatherly advice.

A true and proud son of Vancouver he will be deeply missed by his family, his friends and the cycling community. A Celebration of Life will be held in the Stanley Park Pavilion, May 16th at 1:00pm. Bicycle parking will be provided. In lieu of flowers please donate to the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame.

Greek Day 2010

The Hellenic community will be hosting thousands of visitors on Sunday, June 27, 2010, with one really big block party. West Broadway, between Macdonald and Blenheim, will be transformed for a day of music, food, culture, and celebration. Visit the official Greek Day website for more information.

In The News

Changes to street parking

New street parking regulations and rates are now in effect in Vancouver: On Jan. 1, hours of operation were set to 9 am to 10 pm in an effort to improve parking turnover throughout the City. Read more.

More Cambie Street merchants file lawsuit over Canada Line

VANCOUVER -- More Cambie Street merchants have filed a lawsuit seeking damages for disruption to their businesses caused by building the Canada Line rapid transit system from downtown Vancouver to Richmond. Read more.

Municipalities prepare for rapid transit options

Vancouver wants line along Broadway to UBC

The City of Vancouver is making plans to ensure a rapid transit line along Broadway to UBC is given top priority--ahead of other regional transit improvements. But not everyone thinks Vancouver's plan should be at the top of the transit list. Read more.

Victory for Cambie Street Merchant — What does that mean for West Broadway?

There is much being said on the topic of public transportation these days, from stakeholders and observers to the riders who use one or all of Translink's services. Read more in these articles found on the Vancouver Sun website.

From Our Members

Spotlight on our Locals

Paul Cheng, Branch Manager at the CIBC branch at Broadway and McKenzie, will be hosting a "Strategies for Business Success Seminar" seminar on Thursday March 25th from 6:30 to 8:30. The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce is located at 2896 West Broadway - Tel: 604-665-6191 ext. 222.

• Ali Chang from Acton Accounting & Bookkeeping — HST in BC - What Business Owners need to know.
• AlRobert Ciccone from Success Unlimited Sales & Marketing Group Inc. — Marketing for Growth and Profit.
• Noel Diguangco, Mortgage Advisor for CIBC — How the self-employed can use CHMC to qualify for mortgages.

If you are interested in coming please email Paul Cheng as spaces are limited.

WBBA - Members List

For a complete list of current WBBA members, view the PDF list alphabetically or by block numbers.

Mission Statement

The West Broadway Business Association has been established as a community based organization for the maintenance of interests and issues facing merchants along the West Broadway corridor.

• To be a spokesperson for businesses and to be available to members who wish to express their views

• To initiate, coordinate and develop programs and recommendations to be presented to all concerned levels of governments.

• To encourage and develop two-way communication between the private and public sectors.

• To develop policy for presentation to municipal levels of government and specifically, to responsible ministers ofgovernment.

• To actively improve the general economic climate along our busy corridor by fostering responsible and harmonious attitudes among government, business and labour.

• To maintain the richness of our community for the benefit of all who live and work in the area.