False Creek Redevelopment
The Industrial Past
The False Creek inlet of English Bay on the Strait of Georgia separates Downtown Vancouver from the rest of the city to the south. With the Burrard Inlet, English Bay, and the Frasr River, it is the least of the four bodies of water around the City of Vancouver to the north, west, and south. It was named by George Henry Richards during his Hydrographic survey of 1856-63. The Burrard Street, Granville Street, and Cambie bridges span the inlet, and the SkyTrain Canada Line tunnel crosses under it near the Cambie Street Bridge. In 1986, the north shore of False Creek was the main site of the Expo 86 World’s Fair.
False Creek once went as far east as Clark Drive. During World War I, the Great Northern Railway and the Canadian Northern Pacific Railway filled in that part for new land for yards and terminals. False Creek was the main industrial area of Vancouver through the 1950s, home to many sawmills, small port operations, and the western terminals of the major Canadian railroads. As industries relocated to other areas, the False Creek locale physically deteriorated. In 1960, the BC Forest Products plant and lumber storage facility on the south shore caught fire and burned to the ground in total destruction.
Changing Land Use
After the BC Forest Products disaster, the assertion of citizen participation in urban planning determined the future use of southside False Creek in debates on freeways and urban renewal projects. Influential citizens opposed plans for freeways through the city and radically changed decision making on land use. Major public involvement established priorities for an accessible waterfront seawall, mixed housing of market condominium, co-op, subsidized units, and houseboats formalized in a 1972 official development plan which reserved a third of the site for housing at 40 units per acre and the rest for park, waterfront, and community uses.
Northside False Creek became famous as the main site for Expo 86, after which the provincial government sold the site to a developer with ideas for a high-density waterfront community. A 1991 official development plan permitted the new market-based density accompanied by street-front shops and services, parks, community centres, daycares, and co-op and low-income housing. Most of the north shore is now a new neighbourhood of dense housing adding 50,000 new residents to Vancouver’s downtown peninsula.
Information Links:
cambievillage.com
http://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/southeast-false-creek.aspx
http://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/northeast-false-creek.aspx
http://www.falsecreekcc.ca
Transportation
Aquabus and False Creek Ferries operate daily service at points along False Creek from the Village Ferry to the Maritime Museum docks. English Bay Launch operates daily service from Granville Island to Bowen Island out in the strait “in under an hour.”
Recreation
False Creek is a very popular watercourse for dragon boating, canoeing, kayaking, public ferries, charter ships, and visiting pleasure boats. There are 10 marinas with berths for 1500 watercraft and several paddling clubs and boat rental facilities. Since 1986, False Creek has been the venue for the Canadian International Dragon Boat Festival and other paddling events.
False Creek Wildlife
Since suspension of industrial activity, cormorants, ducks, geese, gulls, herons, kingfishers, and owls have returned as have harbour seals. In May 2010 a grey whale entered False Creek and traversed its full inland length before returning to the open water of the Strait of Georgia.
New False Creek Live MLS Listings
False Creek Redevelopment Vancouver, BC
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1801 1788 COLUMBIA Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Epic At West" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2868573
1801 1788 COLUMBIA Street Vancouver V5Y 0L7 
$2,980,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2868573
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
Elevate your lifestyle in this luxurious NW corner penthouse at False creek Vancouver! With 3 beds, 3 baths, and 1969 sq ft of open living, revel in breathtaking views from every room. This residence boasts an integrated Subzero fridge, Wolf gas range, 2 balconies, and a wine cellar room. Conveniently located near Olympic Village retail shops, parks, and transit, with two side-by-side parking spaces and four lockers. Short-term rentals allowed. Live in opulence, minutes from downtown, and experience Vancouver at its best. Make this your home and daily escape! More detailsListed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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301 160 ATHLETES Way in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "Olympic Village" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2835830
301 160 ATHLETES Way Vancouver V5Y 0B5
$2,800,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2835830
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,645 sq. ft.
In the heart of false creek, this stunning 3 bedroom + den cozy home offers gorgeous seasonal water + mountain view and total privacy. On a quite treed line street, the building only has two units on each floor; rarely found wide open designed living room enjoys sunlight from the south, and the breeze from the north; unique floor plan comes with large balcony on both sides of the unit; Big floor to ceiling windows offers lots of natural light; High end designer kitchen, Subzero, Mile appliances; state of art heating and cooling system; 2 parking,1 locker; Amazing amenities includes gym, lounge, and more. Access to Gold Medal Club; Convenient location; Steps away from London Drugs, Urban Fare, restaurants, seawall, walking to skytrain station, community centre. Open: 2-4pm on Saturday. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty Westmar - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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404 1616 COLUMBIA Street in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "BRIDGE - THE VILLAGE IN FALSE CREEK" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2858172
404 1616 COLUMBIA Street Vancouver V5Y 0B7
$2,699,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2858172
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,429 sq. ft.
A spectacular residence at the Bridge in The Village on False Creek. This westerly exposure, pet friendly 3 bed, 2 bath offers 1,429 sf of spacious living plus 330 sf of outdoor space. Floor to ceiling windows flood the home with natural light and lovely views of the water and city! A bright corner office that you will enjoy working from every day! Many features include a sensational Kitchen with Sub Zero - Miele appliances & large serving island, plus on site Concierge & Exclusive access to the Gold Medal Club with private gym & indoor swimming pool. Experience this most vibrant waterfront community surrounded by walking and biking paths, parks, fine dining and great shopping. Includes 1 storage locker & 2 parking stalls. Open House Sat 16th March 2-4pm More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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906 518 MOBERLY Road in Vancouver: False Creek Condo for sale in "NEWPORT QUAY" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2852500
906 518 MOBERLY Road Vancouver V5Z 4G3
$2,499,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2852500
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,004 sq. ft.
ATTENTION RENOVATORS, A DREAM FLOOR PLAN WITH WATER VIEWS FROM FALSE CREEK TO OLYMPIC VILLAGE – 518 Moberly boasts a quiet and timeless home in a unique location. This rarely available 3-bedroom sub-penthouse home features 2,004 SQFT of interior living and 585 SQFT of deck space. With over 500 SQFT of wrap-around windows spread over 2 private balconies, this spectacular home receives an abundance of natural light, with views of False Creek and the Vancouver skyline. Panoramic views, storage/laundry room, 2 washrooms, and granite counter tops throughout. Steps from Canada Line (to airport), walking distance to BC Place, shopping, restaurants, the seawall, and Granville Island, this large family home comes complete w 2 parking stalls/visitor parking/EV charger. Showings by appointment. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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1596 ISLAND PARK Walk in Vancouver: False Creek Townhouse for sale in "THE LAGOONS" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2864534
1596 ISLAND PARK Walk Vancouver V6J 0G9
$2,310,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2864534
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,268 sq. ft.
This wonderful townhouse and location can be purchased for a great low price as it is on rented land from the city as is most of the False Creek waterfront . The lease is paid until 2046 with an option to buy 20 more years until 2066. For approximately 2.7 million this 2200 square foot townhouse in a lovely setting with water views and proximity to Granville Island, the city and Kitsilano as well as the beach can be yours.The house has 2 bedrooms and a rec room which could be a third bedroom. The master is very large and could be divided into two bedrooms giving 4 bedrooms. Upstairs each bedroom has an ensuite and there are 2 powder rooms, one on the main and one close to the laundry and rec room.A truly special home! More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty Westmar - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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