The Heather Lands are 8.5 hectares (21 acres) at 4949-5255 Heather Street between West 33rd Avenue and West 37th Avenue.
The lands were the former site of the RCMP headquarters, a school, and a military hospital and are now owned by the Canada Lands Company (CLC), and xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) (MST) Nations Partnership.
The Heather Lands, located in the Metro Vancouver area, have been earmarked for residential development for several years. However, the approval process has been slow, with various environmental and cultural considerations needing to be addressed. The REBGV has been working closely with local stakeholders and Indigenous communities to ensure that these sensitive areas are protected while also providing new housing options for residents.
The approved development will provide a range of new homes, including single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments, to meet the diverse needs of the local community. The new homes are expected to be built to high standards, with a focus on sustainability, energy efficiency, and modern amenities.
The REBGV is committed to promoting responsible and sustainable development in the region, and the Heather Lands project is no exception. The organization has been working with local authorities to ensure that the approved development meets the highest standards and protects the local environment and heritage.
In addition to providing new homes, the Heather Lands development is also expected to bring economic benefits to the region. The new development will create jobs in the construction and real estate industries, as well as stimulate economic activity in local businesses and services.
The REBGV is excited about the new opportunities that the Heather Lands development will bring to the Metro Vancouver area. The organization is committed to promoting and supporting responsible and sustainable development in the region and believes that the Heather Lands project is an excellent example of this commitment in action.